News roundup — October 17, 2012

By Mallory Hendry
Oct 17, 2012 / Share
Canada

Chief prosecutor of Quebec inquiry quits, citing 'conflict of interest' as new info surfaces, The Globe and Mail

Kenney defends proposed law giving gov't authority to deny controversial visitors, The National Post

Judge to decide is Alta. man will be extradited to U.S. to answer terrorism charges, Vancouver Sun


United States

Lawyer for Strauss-Kahn accuser to run for office in New York, Reuters

Montana's caps on campaign contributions upheld by court, Reuters


International

Leader of anti-Putin protests to be prosecuted by Russia, Reuters

Brother of Chinese activist suing police, local gov't, Reuters