Midday News: Bob Menendez Seeks Leniency at Sentencing, NYC Braces for High Winds, and Frozen Fire Hydrants

Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez will ask for leniency at his sentencing on federal corruption charges. Meanwhile, New York City building officials are warning property owners to secure their buildings and construction sites as wind gusts up to 50 mph are forecast for Wednesday. Plus, frozen fire hydrants have slowed the FDNY's response to several fires this winter. WNYC’s David Furst speaks with Chief of Fire Operations Kevin Woods about how the department handles the issue.