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High court refuses Batson challenge

Trial judge's words sparked controversy, suggestions of racism

Almost 17 years after Herbert Smulls was convicted of first-degree murder it looks as if his case is coming to an end. On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court said it won't review Smulls' claims that he is entitled to another trial due to a St. Louis County judge's decision to allow the prosecutor to strike the ...

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