Howard Koplowitz

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Howard Koplowitz reports on crime and breaking news events for International Business Times. Howard formerly worked on IBT's continuous news desk, where he covered trending topics. He joined IBT in March 2012.

Previously, Howard covered political corruption, health, crime and other beats for TimesLedger Newspapers in Queens, New York, where he won several national and state awards for his reporting.

Howard graduated from the SUNY-Albany, where he received a bachelor's degree in political science and minored in journalism.

Going Bald: Colts Cheerleaders Shave Heads For Chuck Pagano [PHOTO]

Colts cheerleaders Megan M. and Crystal Ann took up Blue’s offer to shave their heads if he could raise $10,000 for cancer research.

Hector 'Macho' Camacho Still On Life Support As Family Plans Boxing Champ's Funeral

Former boxer Hector “Macho” Camacho remains on life support a day after being labeled brain dead following a drive-by shooting in Puerto Rico as his family starts planning his funeral.

Generic Lipitor Recall 2012: Ranbaxy Faced Justice Department Scrutiny Earlier This Year

The recall announcement by Ranbaxy comes almost a year after the U.S. Justice Department filed a consent decree against the company.

Bryce Courtenay Dies: Bestselling Australian Author Of 'The Power Of One' Dead At 79

Australian author Bryce Courtenay, who took up writing relatively late in his life and had his first book acquired for $1 million, died Thursday of stomach cancer. He was 79.

Deborah Raffin Dies: Actress, Audio Book Publisher Dead At 59

Actress Deborah Raffin, who became well-known relatively late in her life for launching a successful audio book company, has died of leukemia. She was 59.

9/11 United Suit Rejected: Judge Says Airline Could Not Foresee World Trade Center Attack

A lawsuit claiming United Airlines was responsible for the collapse of 7 World Trade Center, which fell after the jet collided with the north tower on 9/11, was rejected by a New York federal judge Wednesday.

London Mayor Joe Fontana Charged With Fraud By RCMP

Joe Fontana, the mayor of London, Ontario, Canada, was charged Wednesday with fraud by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Deion Sanders' Son Commits To SMU Mustangs For Football

Deion Sanders Jr. emulated his father’s speed on the football field when it came to his college decision by quickly committing to the SMU Mustangs.

Fat Duck Chefs Die In Hong Kong Crash While Promoting Michelin-Starred Restaurant

Two senior chefs from England’s famed restaurant, the Fat Duck, died Monday in a tragic accident when the taxi they were riding in was sandwiched between two double-decker buses in Hong Kong.

Oksana Baiul Sues William Morris: Former Figure Skater Says She Was Taken Advantage Of For Not Knowing English

Former Olympic gold medalist Oksana Baiul is suing the William Morris Endeavour talent agency for more than $1 million, alleging the agency took advantage of her when she was a teenager and didn't understand English.

Kate Upton To Star In Mercedes Super Bowl Ad

Upton will be strutting her stuff for the largest sports audience in America, playing an "object of desire" in a Super Bowl ad.

Former Mouseketeer Dies: Bonnie Lynn Fields, 'Mickey Mouse Club' Performer, Dead From Throat Cancer At 68

Bonnie Lynn Fields, a former Mouseketeer on “The Mickey Mouse Club,” died following a two-year battle with throat cancer. She was 68.

Boise, BYU, SDSU May Return To Mountain West In Latest College Football Realignment Saga [REPORT]

Boise State, BYU and San Diego State may make a return to the Mountain West Conference in the latest saga surrounding college football realignment.

NYC Serial Killer: 'John Doe Duffel Bag' Sought For Questioning By NYPD [PHOTO]

The New York City Police Department wants to talk to a man seen carrying a duffle bag who appeared on surveillance cameras in the latest serial killer murder to plague NYC.

Missy Franklin Decision: Will Olympic Swimmer Compete For Colorado High School?

Olympic gold medal swimmer Missy Franklin is weighing whether to compete in her final high school season in Colorado, with a decision expected to come soon.

Zachary Quinto Rumors: Spock Quitting 'Star Trek?' 'American Horror Story' Actor Tells Fans To 'Simmer Down'

“Star Trek” actor Zachary Quinto addressed rumors that he’s quitting his Spock character in the reboot of the sci-fi franchise, telling Twitter followers that speculation that he wants to leave the films is untrue.

Glen Rogers, Florida Serial Killer, Claims Murder Of OJ's Ex-Wife And Ronald Goldman

Florida death row inmate and serial killer Glen Rogers is claiming he murdered Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman on the orders of O.J. Simpson, according to a new explosive documentary.

Bud Selig Approves Blockbuster Trade Between Miami Marlins, Toronto Blue Jays

Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig signed off on the controversial trade between the Miami Marlins and Toronto Blue Jays that sends stars Jose Reyes, Mark Buehrle and Josh Johnston to Toronto in exchange for Yunel Escobar and prospects.

'Simpsons' Actor Hank Azaria Sues Craig Bierko Over Jim Brockmire Voice From 'Funny Or Die' Skit

“The Simpsons” actor Hank Azaria is suing fellow thespian Craig Biergo over the rights to a character Azaria voiced for a “Funny Or Die” skit.

Def Leppard Divorce: Guitarist Vivian Campbell Doesn't Want Wife Julie Of 25 Years Pouring Sugar On Him Anymore

Def Leppard rocker Vivian Campbell doesn’t want his wife of 25 years to pour some sugar on him after the musician reportedly filed for divorce.

Bond In Afghanistan: 'Skyfall' Actor Daniel Craig Surprises British Troops [PHOTO]

James Bond was in Afghanistan on Sunday, but he wasn’t on some secret spy mission -– Daniel Craig, who portrays the 007 in the newly released film “Skyfall,” paid a surprise visit to British troops stationed in the war-torn country.