reporter: this judge sentenced tyrone howard on drug charges, the very same judge that put them in a rehab program instead of sending them to prison. murphy then, just as now come in between he allegedly shot and killed nypd officer randolph holder or in the case along the fdr drive in harlem last month. the officer's mother said that real justice will come when the murder trial begins. >> you know, this is not going to bring him back from health. reporter: while sentencing him on drug charges, justice munoz criticized commissioner bill bratton. understanding of this individual's track record, he would've been the last person in new york city that i would've wanted to see a program. reporter: after the sentencing the family urged respect for officers. >> i think she was just following the loss and her hands were tied. i would like the public to be more respectful of police officers because they put their lives on the line to protect the public and i think they need to treat them with respect? tyrone howard cummings sentenced to 12 years in prison come he will be back in court later t

today, the judge who initially released tyrone howard in a drug case resentenced him. she also sharply attacked the mayor and police commissioner. cbs 2 political reporter marcia kramer here now with that story and what happened today. >> reporter: dana, when police officer randolph holder was shot, mayor de blasio was critical of the judicial system for sending holder's accused killer to a drug rehab program despite a long rap sheet. today that judge told mayor de blasio to, quote, look in the mirror before placing blame. in manhattan criminal court today, it seemed like mayor de blasio was also on trial during the the drug sentencing of the man accused of killing police officer randolph holder. i want to correct what has been a false narrative in some ways that was presented in the press. it was begun boot mayor of the city of new york and his police commissioner, who made statements without checking the facts. said the manhattan supreme court justice patricia nunez. she resentenced tyrone howard to 12 years in prison the maximum for a 2014 drug case. but she was cle

>> reporter: well, diana, it was tyrone howard who was in court today for violating that plea agreement that sent him to a drug diversion program. but seemingly the judge patricia nunez had more harsh words for the mayor and police commissioner. howard under heavy guard thursday. in court for violating the plea agreement on a drug indictment that gave him the chance to participate in a diversion program. but the focus today not totally on him. >> this is an extraordinary case. because the media or the -- media in particular attacked the judge. for her actions in the case. and they did it unfairly and that's just not the atmosphere for a calm deliberation and position of a sentence. >> reporter: mayor bill de blasio and police commissioner bill bratton reamed by judge nunez for comments like that. after the shooting death of nypd police officer randolph holder. >> the perpetrator was obviously a harden violent criminal. and should not have been on the streets. >> he would have been the last person new york city i would have wanted to see in the diversion program. he has shown no propensi

cops filled the courtroom as tyrone howard faced a judge. >> reporter: police officers and members of the police union came out in force as an accused cop killer went before a judge. extra security surrounded 31-year-old tyrone howard as he sat in his orange jail jumpsuit next to his attorney. the 31-year-old career criminal pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges in the fatal shooting of nypd detective randolph holder on october 20th. >> we're here today. we'll be here tomorrow. and we'll be here every day to make sure we see the day when this miscreant is behind bars and to never set on a citizen or police officer again. >> reporter: they will seek justice for his family and for the city. the accused cop killer's attorney says his defense will not be swayed by public pressure. >> it doesn't matter what remarks are made. at the end of the day, the only opinion that matters is the opinion of the jury. >> reporter: holder's family members were in court. his father is a former police officer and was too emotional to speak. >> you can imagine how emotional it is to be

and then she went on to sentence tyrone howard to the maximum in that judge case. first the sentencing you can see howard was in court today. he was -- walking with cane. he got 12 years and that 2014 drug indictment with 18 other defendants. he would not have served any time in that case if he had completed the drug diversion program that has now come under fire since the shooting death of nypd officer randolph holder, the judge nunez says the mayor began a false narrative about howard saying the defendant was out on the streets because he made the $35,000 bail. his girlfriend put up the $3,500 and that was the reason he was out on the street. she said shame on the politickings for pointing their fingers at judges for a program they wanted. and that's when after the case, after the sentencing, howard's defense attorney said that the high-profile murder case is having a negative effect on his client's drug case. >> i think it would have been more appropriate had she adjourned the case to the atmosphere of the imposition the sentence would have been clearer and have

you know, it's very difficult right now. >> again, accused cop killer tyrone howard sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug charges. he will be back in court later this month as the murder charges against him move forward. we're live in far rockaway queens, arthur chi'en, fox 5 news. steve: the new york city council under fire amid reports lawmakers want to give themselves a massive raise. dari: the nypd is not going to like this. it's a big raise. 71 percent. antwan lewis live at city hall with reaction. >> reporter: you said that very well. good evening, everyone. now, city council members haven't had a raise since 2006, but it's the rumored amount that's raising eyebrows. >> outrageous. >> patrolman benevolence association's president weighs in on the salary increases, a pay raise rumored to be in the amount of 71 percent. >> how dare they ask for a 71 percent raise when our police officers are out there chasing men with guns. >> reporter: right now council members' base pay is 112,500. it would be increased to 192,500, even more than governor cuomo's and more than the 1% raise propos

tyrone howard will be arraigned. less say he was running from another shooting in october >>> a worldwide travel alert is in effect this morning issued by the state department yesterday. it warns u.s. citizens to exercise particular caution during the holiday season. officials say terror groups including isis and al-qaeda continue to plan attacks and pose a threat to americans. >> it's saying that something will probably happen or is likely to happen in a large scale. >> certainly we're worried, but we booked travel months ago and just got to live life. >> officials stress there is no specific threat at this time. they advise travelers to avoid large crowds and be aware in public places and lick transportation. it will last until -- places in public transportation. it will last until february. >>> to the attacks on paris. an oval office meeting for the president of france. president francois hollande come to the white house this morning. he is trying to line up more u.s. support for the fight against isis in syria. o

tyrone howard will be arraigned on first degree murder and robbery charges. police say the convicted felon was running from another shooting in the east river housing development in october when holder spotted him and began chasing him. >>> thanksgiving dinner plans residents dealing with water woes in hoboken. mostly restored sunday night after a water main break. but equipment failure and a second break in jersey city means more delays. officials say it may not be fully restored until after thanksgiving. all residents are urged to limit their water use between 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. >>> and now over the john elliott for an update on the forecast. >> thank you. hi everybody. so it's 17. double that number, you have 34 in the city. that's the temperature spread. a lot of stations reporting just the 20s. but not as windy but still cold. below normal this afternoon, only 48. should be 5 1 . sun sets at 4:31. clouds to start overhead but we should see more sun in the afternoon. and chris makes a great point, warmer than it was yesterda

. >>> tyrone howard, the accused killer of a new york cop tonight indicted for that murder. a career criminal now charged with murder, robbery, and criminal possession of a weapon. police say he shot and killed detective randolph holder in east harlem last month. >>> a u.s. postal service worker facing hate crime charges tonight for allegedly harassing muslims in brooklyn. police say 34-year-old coley seen in this surveillance video. two sisters say he insulted at them, swore at them and swit at them. postal service police helped detectives identify him. >>> it might be the safest place to be in new york city on thanksgiving, that according to authorities. a big parade perhaps with some of the most intense security since the terror attacks since 9/11. local and federal authorities insisting there are no known threats. still the beefed up security will be palpable. eyewitness news reporter tim fleischer with the story. he's at columbus circle for us. >> come thursday morning, this place, columbus circle and the entire parade route down 6th avenue is going to be crammed with p

tyrone howard is charged with the murder. howard is a convicted felon with multiple rests and was free because of a nonjail drug rehab program. criminals with two or more felony convictions would not be eligible for the nonjail programs. >>> corrections officers are calling for changes on rutgers island -- on rikers island. they want mayor de blasio and the city council to make changes to the new use of force guidelines implemented at rikers. the demand follows last week's violent attack on a guard by two inmates. officer raymond calderon was tackled and slashed. he spoke out against the use of force policies. >> whoever thought getting rid of solitary confinement was a good idea, you need to pack your stuff up and you need to go. because we are lucky i only got 22 stitches? my face. >> last month -- stitches in my face. >> following accusations guards used unnecessary force against >>> extending health coverage to excellent first responders -- to excellent -- to september 11thth first responders. following the death of nypd

comes one month after he and two judges faced a lot of criticism for allowing accused cop-killer tyrone howard to enter drug diversion instead of jail. warnlts like this cannot b wiped clean. >> these are individuals who are facing at most a fine. they have ridden bicycles on the street or littered, and so, it's a very different playing field that we're discussing here. these individuals are not facing jail time. >> well the event saturday is at the soul-saving station church on west 124th street. >>> the annual macy's thanksgiving day parade is only nine days away now. >> can you believe that? bu if you can't wait to see the featured floats, you are in luck, tracie strahan got a sneak preview. >> reporter: this looks like a field trip, and a fun one at that, not only are 500 school kids getting a previewbef the ghthanksgiving day parade, they're doing some learning in the process. snoopy was all hugs and smiles as he showed off his new digs from kids at robert craig elementary school. his is one of six new floats created by 26 artists and engineers from macy's studio, but these kids came arme

he was killed last month in east harlem chasing a suspect. 30-year-old tyrone howard has been charged with murder and robbery as police continue to build their case against him. >> talking to south carolina that firearm, part of building the evidentiary case when it goes to trial. >> also had some good news for the department today, the latest statistics on crime show that crime was down nearly 6% for the month of octobea. making it the safest october er in modern era. >>> two construction workers were hurt this morning after a ceiling collapsed at a former catholic school on up thor west side. firefighters were called to that building at west end avenue between 86 and 87th street around 7:30 this morning. one worker was taken toluke's spital with a leg injury and expected to be okay. the second person refused any medical attention. >>> a couple on long island raised a few eyebrows on the way they keep track of their kids. they attach gps trackers to them so they can monitor their every move. >> might sound over the top but a goo id reason what they do. greg cergol explains. >> waging

. >> reporter: tyrone howard accused of gunning down officer rand paul holder last month will be arraigned in manhattan supreme court and the specific charges against him will be unveiled at the arraignment. earlier this month howard was sentenced to 12 years in prison on unrelated drug charges accused of shooting holder in the head on october 20th. the officer had been responding to reports of gunfire near fdr drive in east harlem. >> there's a boil water advisory, water service may not be back to normal until after thanksgiving following the water main break over the weekend, a groups continuing to try to work to fix the initial broken pipe near the jersey city line but then apparently another vowel, 836 binge without bail. mayor don zimmer says it will take several days to repair the additional damage. >> reporter: we will know more within the next 24 hours when they are able to make repairs to that house because we first need to make repairs to the jury the city vow of and then they will get access and see what is really happening in hoboken. >> reporter: i have some friends who live t

he was shot last month in east harlem, chasing a suspec 30-year-old tyrone howard has been charged with murder and robbery, but p unolice arate looking fostr more evidence. >> talking to south carolina officials, in the regional of that firearm as part of building the case or the murder goes to trial. >> commissioner brattan also released good news about the de fpartou?ment day. he said statiytics show crime was down nearly 6% for the month of october, making it the safest october in over 20 years. >>> a victory for a long island coup e hoping to keep their kid safe with autism. they have two sons with special feeds a wanted their kids to wear gps tracking to their classes. they say the schools refused to let them do it. now after weeks of talks, the district will allow the kids to wear the devices. >> i can't even describe to people what it's like to wonder if this is the time he's not going to come back. >> the boys have wandered away four times in 14 years. the superintendent said we would not put up any roadblocks. >>> trum lee is working with officials to find the source connected

before giving tyrone howard the maximum, judge nunez blasted mayor de blasio and police commissioner bratton for blaming her for his release. nunez said the mayor should look in the mirror and blame judges that she added howard was on the street because he made his $35,000 bail. tonight, city hall said nunez's comments today were entirely irresponsible and she owes the commissioner an apology. >>> well, cops in westchester county starched tonight and now pulling out all the stops to solve the murder mystery up there. a reward offers tonight in the killing of lois colley. meanwhile tonight the wake for mrs. colley is in the ham lets of katonah. eyewitness news reporter marcus solis is there for us. marcus? >> reporter: and bill, state police hoping that a $2,500 reward will prompt someone with information to come forward as police try and solve that murder mystery. in the meantime, friends and relatives of the victim prepare to say a final good-bye. flanked by his grandchildren, eugene colley was among the first to arrive at the funeral home faced with a difficult task of greeting mou

tyrone howard is one of 20 defendants in the 2013 drug case. prosecutors say that he was caught with nearly three dozen harlem. last month, howard was indicted in the murder of detective randolph holder, he was killed responding to a call of gunshots at the east river houses. >>> we learned overnight that at least two people are custody for laser attacks on several local news helicopters. our own newscopter 7 was over elizabeth last night look at this. when a laser was pinned at the pilot and -- pointed at the pilot and the reporter salesman noon stone. the crew alerted police and now one person is in custody. a similar laser attack also happened to w nbc's helicopter last night in brooklyn. and that case 20-year-old ossieo silva was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment. >>> a major deal at the united nations could save lives by allowing satellites to track airplanes. the changes were motivated following the disappearance of malaysia airlines flight 370 last right now planes are monitored by land based radar systems that loaves about

charges against tyrone howard are set to be unsealed today. the 30-year-old career criminal is accused of shooting and killing detective randolph holder last month in east harlem. police say the gun used in the shooting was pulled from the east river and it was stolen from south carolina. >>> it's also a new warning for americans traveling overseas for the holidays. the state department issued an alert amid increased terror threats and attacks around the world. the alert says current intelligence suggests isis and al-qaeda and other terror groups are likely planning attacks in several parts of the world. but there's no credible threat targeting the u.s. we have a live update with more information about the alert ahead at 5:00 a.m. >>> time is 4:39 and this morning the belgian capital brussels remains on lockdown as the manhunt for the paris killers continues. heavily armed police are patrolling the streets now under the highest terror level. schools and subways remain closed after authorities said the city was under an imminent threat of an at

. >> reporter: police officers crowded into court, then stared down accused cop killer tyrone howard. the convicted felon answered charges that he murdered randolph holder on october 20th. entering pleas of not guilty to murder, robbery, gun possession and more. >> the public is watching as well to make sure there's justice. to make sure there's justice for police officer holder, to make sure there's justice for his family. >> reporter: patrick lynch stood next to the slain silent. described as too distraught to speak after the arraignment was detective holder's fiance, but she spoke to cbs2 a few days killing. >> he said i love you. i will see you later and he coming back. >> reporter: prosecutors say the man was running when detective holder spotted him. investigators say that's when howard drew his gun and shot holder in the head. >> i won't speak about his state of mind. >> reporter: dozens of police officers were inside the courtroom including many here. police service area 5 where the >> reporter: part of that involves wearing t-shirt -- wearing these t-shirts. >> if convicted.

. >>> tyrone howard, the career criminal accused of gunning down a new york city police detective indicted tonight on murder charges. the 30-year-old is accused of shooting detective randolph holder in east harlem last month. he pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder, second degree murder, robbery, and criminal possession of a weapon. >>> tonight we've learned the victim of a deadly crash in westchester was a woman who worked with severely disabled children. police say 46-year-old charlene. both tairmgz are in critical condition -- both teenagers are in critical condition tonight. >>> the boil water advisory from this weekend's water main break has been lifted. the city is now receiving water from the weekawken transmission line. hoboken's mayor don zimmer says most residents have water but people living on higher floors in high rise buildings may still experience water issues. nearly all businesses are opening up again. >>> as millions of people get ready to head out for the thanksgiving holiday weekend, the state department is reminding travelers to avoid large crowds or saying authorit

reporter: extra security surrounded 31-year-old tyrone howard as he sat in the orange jail jumpsuit to exthe court-appointed torn. the 31-year-old career criminal pleaded not guilty to first tee degree murd he and other charges in the fatal shooting of nypd detective randolph holder, on october 20th. >> we are here, today, we will be here tomorrow tomorrow, and we which be here every day to make sure we see the day when this is behind bars and can never set upon a citizen or a police officer again. reporter: man hat dan da says they will seek justice for his family and for the city. the accused cop killer's attorney says his defense will not be swayed by public pressure. >> it doesn't matter what remarkses are made. at the end of the day, the only opinion that matters is the opinion of jury where were report holder's family members were in court. his father, randolph holder, sr., is a former police officer, and was too emotional to speak. 50 you can imagine how emotional it is to be here. with the courage that the family shows, to sit behind the mop that killed their son. reporter: he

the same judge that put tyrone howard into a rehab program instead of sending to prison on drug charges has put him behind bars. in court justice patricia one as defendants in the him to rehab saying it was part of a plea deal and the reason he was on the street was he made $35,000 bail. howard is accused of shooting and killing officer rand paul holder area chase along the fdr drive last month. the officer's mother tells fox 5 real justice will come when the murder trial begins. >> this is -- we are going through hell. it won't bring him back. >> reporter: howard is due back in court to be arraigned on holder's killing. ben: illegal room conversions could be behind a delhi home explosion in elizabeth, new jersey. investigators believe the duplex has been altered to accommodate 16 tenants. the home blew up wednesday killing 24-year-old femme brown and leaving two hospitalized in critical condition including an 11-year-old boy. the cause is under investigation but some reported a smell of gas, natural gas is believed to have caused it. juliet: several homes will have to be raised because

officers crowded into court yesterday and then stared down accused killer tyrone howard. prosecutors say he was running from another shooting in the east river houses when officer randolph holder spotted him near afoot bridge and chased him. and that's when howard allegedly shot holder in the head. >> the public is watching as well to make sure there's justice. to make sure there's justice for police officer holder. to make sure there's justice for his family. >> howard faces life in prison if convicted. he already has five convictions for drug dealing and a sixth for armed robbery. >>> police have released the photo of a man wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting of an aide to governor cuomo. in september, he was caught in cross fire of rival gangs. so far, no arrests have been made in the case. >>> new video this morning shows a suspect connected to five burglaries in bronx. all happened within a two-hour period on monday. two busies were hit on 172nd street and two others on st. lawrence avenue and one on archer street. in each case, the man entered the businesses

accused of shooting and killing a new york city police detective has been indicted. 30-year-old tyrone howard has been charged with aggravated murder, first degree murder. second degree murder, robbery, and criminal possession of a weapon. detective randolph holder you may recall was shot in the head in east harlem on october 20th. the manhattan district attorney said he hopes the prosecution will give some comfort to holder family and his colleagues. >>> a massive drug ring operating out of a days inn motel in nanuet. federal agents arrested 30 people accused of dealing heroin along with crack and powder cocaine. prosecutors say the defendants sold narcotics through the county from the operation based in the motel on route 59. the suspects range in ages from 23 to 61. many are also facing weapon and theft charges in connection with the drug ring that brought in police say a half a million dollars a year. >>> and still ahead on he is used to getting laughs but one clown, well he's going to get used to being called a a hero. we'll tell you how he and a car full of other clowns saved two women

against tyrone howard are set to be unsealed at his arraignment. he is accused of shooting randolph holder last month in east harlem. the gun was found in the east river and it had been stolen from south carolina. >>> "good morning america" is coming up next and let's check in with robin roberts live in times square. >> good morning to you lori stokes, we have the russian jet shot down by the turkish military. >> and a babysitter behind bars, the 21-year-old in court after allegedly able ducting a -- abducting a 2-year-old girl she once babysat. a psychologist now saying the babysitter has been suffering from hallucinations. all the details on that ahead. >>> and gma on the lookout the danger of fires caused by candles and number of these kinds of accidents soaring of course during the holiday season. what you can do to avoid it. and the color purple singers will be here performing on this gma on tuesday morning. >> like all the rest wasn't enough. the cherry on the sundae. thank you so much robin. >> have a great one. >> take it easy. >>> all righ

prosecutors say tyrone howard was caught with nearly three dozens bags of crack cocaine in east harlem back in 2013. last month howard was indicted in the murder of detective randolph holder, he was killed responding to a shooting at the east river houses. >>> 6:37. a teenager who disappeared in brooklyn is home. safe this morning. 15-year-old joshua cruz was spotted at a mcdonald's last night. he was reported missing from his home in bushwick earlier. joshua who has down's syndrome was evaluated at a hospital and now doing just fine. >>> it is 6:36. you're never more than seven minutes away from weather and traffic. and bill evans with your accuweather forecast. >> all right, first our roof camera looking across the park here. it looks like we have a couple of little drizzles sprinkles on lens as we look that way. we have -- it's because we have a wind that's coming the right out of the east right into that camera. and then here's the camera here at four times square looking south and got low clouds here right at the top of the empire state building. we are looking at rain that's spre

. >> tyrone howard faced a judge yesterday. mr. hauer pled not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges. the case has been adjourned until february 1. he is accused of shooting detective told her in the head mr. holder was responding to reports of shots fired in a bicycle theft. he was buried in his native. ben: fantasy sports betting. is it bad thing? rosanna: hearing arguments on differing interpretation of the state handling law. attorney general's office from one side feared on the other, the two largest daily fantasy sports sites, attorney general eric's in excess they are game of chance. the line on the outcome of future events. entry fees, not betting. maybe if you have skill -- rosanna: i have no idea. ben: just a day away from the thanksgiving day parade. rosanna: they had everyone out there rehearsing several big acts. the rockettes. mariah carey. all of these people stopping by here it look at this. doing their little dancing. balloon inflation on the upper ben: debating. i may go out there. rosanna: it was really

man accused of killing an nypd officer in east harlem will go before a judge today. 31-year-old tyrone howard will formally be arraigned for the murder of officer randolph holder last month. howard was sentenced to 12 years in prison. that was two weeks ago. now that's for an unrelated drug charge. before that howard was in a drug treatment program that allowed him to avoid prison at the time officer holder was shot and killed. >>> happening now, work being done to repair a water main in new jersey. here's a live look at patterson and jackson in hoboken. you can see water still flooding the streets in the area where the main broke on sunday. the break left people in hoboken and jersey city with no water. the broken valve compounded the problem. in 30 minutes news 4@katherine creag will be live. >>> in this morning's cnbc money report, you may want to keep a close eye on your credit card statement. cnbc's landon dowdy joins us. >> especially careful, michael, because it is almost black friday. consumers will be out shopping. u.s. retailers are searching for evidence of data breaches after a cy

. >> tyrone howard, he is accused of gunning down officer holder last month. as you mentioned in court today, the specific charges against him will be revealed at the arraignment. earlier this month he was sentenced to 12 years in prison on unrelated drug charges. now he is accused of shooting holder, officer holder in the head on october 20th. the officer had been responding to a report of gunfire near the fdr drive in east harlem. >> you heard of the "black lives matter" movement. growing in importance and momentum. they are holding a big protest rally in minneapolis. they were upset about the recent shooting of an unarmed black person in that town allegedly a group of white supremacists showed up. and they're the ones who are believed to be responsible for the gunfire. five people were shot. none fatally, during that rally. >> it happened right outside of a police precinct by the way. as you mentioned these people were brought to the hospital but they are going to be okay. kstp reports the gunmen are still on the run. as you mentioned, they're believed to b

the same judge that put tyrone howard into a rehab program has now put him behind bars. in court justice patricia nunez also bitterly ripped into mayor de blasio and police commissioner bratton for criticizing her role that led to howard being released given his lengthy criminal record. she says he was on the street bail. the mayor's spokesperson pointed out that justice nunez has previously apologized for her ruling and called on her to apologize to commissioner bratton. well, mr. how'd is accuse -- mr. howard is accused of shooting officer randolph holder last month. the officer's mother tells fox 5 real justice will come when the murder trial begins. >> it's of little comfort because we still have to, you know, this is not going to bring back our son. we are going to hell. it's not going to bring him back. >> mr. howard is due back in court november 24th to be arraigned on holder's killing. >> could illegal room conversions be behind that deadly home explosion in elizabeth, new jersey? investigators believe the duplex had been altered, are you ready for this? to accom

first degree murder charges against tyrone howard set to be unsealed at his the 30-year-old is a accused of shooting detective randolph holder last month in east harlem. police say the gun used in the shooting was later found in the east river. it had been stolen from south carolina. >>> police want your help in catching a man a pair of men i should say what threatened -- who threatened a bronx store worker at gunpoint. the moments were caught on camera last thursday in norwood. the worker opening an at&t store was shoved inside. police say the suspects duct taped him to a chair and grabbed more than three dozen iphones and then took the worker's personal cell phone. detectives say they drove off in a jeep suv. >>> it's 8:57. heather. >> hi ken, this picture i'm act washington bridge. you can see that you are bumper level. lower level doing much better. inbound upper level george accident. it's 45 minutes getting into the tolls the lincoln is 30. the holland is a five minute delay. we have alternate side of the street parking rules in effect. ken back to you. >>> thank you heather, meteo

tyrone howard is a convicted felon with multiple arrest and is charged with the and was free because of a rehab program. under the proposed law, criminals with two or more felony convictions would not be eligible for the programs. >>> new york and connecticut are getting much needed help to improve long island sound. the state will get $1.3 million to go towards clean water projects and wildlife protection. they'll announce 22 grants to local governments and community groups on thursday. the grant money is part of the long island sound futures fund. >>> a major study could pave the way for life-saving changes and blood pressure guidelines. they suggest reducing the top number to 120 and below, especially for patients over 50 who are at risk of heart disease. and this is compared to the current guideline recommending the top number be under 140. but the reduction could cut the risk of cardiovascular disease by more than a third. >>> we really need to be more aggressive about getting blood pressure down and the study is showing us how important it is. >> the study which involved close

. >>> the manhattan judge criticized for allowing tyrone howard to enter a drug treatment program is firing back. howard is accused in last month's shooting death of nypd officer randolph holder. six months ago, the judge allowed howard to leave jail by entering a drug rehab program. yesterday he said the mayor should look many the mirror and ask whether his policies allow someone to believe they can shoot a cop. >>> a reputed mobster is free this morning after the trial has come to an end. he shouted free as he walked out of federal court in brooklyn yesterday. he was accused of playing a role in the notorious heist at jfk in 1978. the story of the armed robbery was portrayed in the hit film "good fellas." he was charged after his cousin named him in the crime. >> i would like to thank my two lawyers. without them i wouldn't be here now. >> what are you planning to do? >> have a good meal and see my family. >> prosecutors portrayed him as loyal to the crime family. and his attorney claims he was framed by mob turn coats. donald trump turns his attention away from his republican oppo

. >>> tyrone howard is charged in the murder of nypd officer randolph holder last month. holder was shot in the head in east harlem as he and other officers responded to reports of gunfire. 30-year-old howard has been arrested more than two dozen times since the age of 13. >>> the family of a man meets with reporters today. carried by a police officer accidentally discharged in a stairwell. his family will announce a vigil planned for the one year anniversary of his death. the trial is due to begin in january. he is facing charges. >>> police say they have few leads in the murder that stunned the horse country of northern westchester county. on monday, 38-year-old lois colley was found dead on her estate in north salem. police say there was no sign of forced entry. the only thing missing was a small fire extinguisher. the case has north salem residents on edge. >> i want to believe it's isolated and something connected to the family or something going on but it really doesn't happen around here so it's quite troubling. >> colley's husband eugene made his fortunate owning