The Prosecution Rests In The ‘American Sniper’ Trial In Texas

5 Things You Need To Know Wednesday - The prosecution rests in the 'American Sniper' Trial, the Rockford Mayor's plans to have authority over fire and police shot down, retail therapy is bad for you, and a singer lands a book deal.

"I had to take care of business. I took care of business, and then I got in the truck in left." Prosecutors rested their case yesterday in the trial of former marine Eddie Ray Routh, who's charged with killing Chris Kyle and Chad Littlefield.  (New York Times)

The mayor's plan to have authority over the police and fire chiefs was overwhelmingly shot down, but the saga isn't over.  (My Stateline)

If you've been feeling down lately, and feel the need to indulge in a little retail therapy, you need to put down the credit card and slowly back away. Retail therapy can backfire on you.  (WSFA)

Pharrell landed a deal to write four children's books, including one inspired by his song "Happy". (CBS News)