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20-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Gun At School Bus Driver In Terrifying Road Rage Confrontation Indicted: DA

The tantrum on the Taconic has led to felony weapons and child endangerment charges, according to the Westchester District Attorney.

Building Superintendent Gets Prison For Trying To Set Fire With Tenants Inside

The attempted arson happened at an apartment building in Poughkeepsie last year, according to prosecutors.

1 Airlifted To Westchester Medical Center After Building Explosion In Ramapo

There is no indication so far that the explosion and resulting fire are suspicious, but it is still an active investigation, police said.

Home Depot Theft Investigation Leads To Two Arrests And Felony DWI Charges In Cortlandt

Two were issued appearance tickets, and the driver was remanded to the Westchester County Jail, according to NYSP.

Westchester Tornado Confirmed From Purchase To Rye Brook, NWS Says

The National Weather Service said the short-lived tornado touched down Tuesday afternoon with 85 mph peak winds.

9 LI Sound Beaches Ordered Closed By Health Department After Recent Downpours

The beaches are closed for the day, but will likely reopen tomorrow, according to the Westchester County Health Department.

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