Crime, Law and Justice

Witness: Scarsella admitted shooting Jamar Clark protesters
Julio Suarez testified he was seeking "internet fame" when he went on a "recon mission" with Allen Scarsella four days before Scarsella shot several people demonstrating against the police shooting of Jamar Clark.
It was not immediately clear the effect that the lapse would have on the confirmation of Mulvaney, a staunch conservative elected in the 2010 tea party wave. A hearing before the budget panel is scheduled for next week.
Prosecutors: Cop who shot Philando Castile must face trial
St. Anthony police officer Jeronimo Yanez faces felony charges tied to the shooting death of motorist Philando Castile in Falcon Heights last July. Prosecutors on Wednesday asked a judge to turn aside Yanez's motion to dismiss.
Russia extends residency permit for Edward Snowden
A spokeswoman for Russia's foreign ministry announced the extension on Facebook, while ridiculing a former deputy CIA chief. Snowden is in exile in Russia; his supporters have called for a pardon.
In battle over band name, Supreme Court considers free speech and trademarks
The Patent and Trademark Office denied registration to an Asian-American rock band named The Slants; the musicians say they want to reappropriate the term. The case hits the high court on Wednesday.