We also following another day of planned protest at UNC, who could see showers and storms this weekend, and a new DMV helping fill a huge gap in eastern North Carolina. Watch WRAL-TV at 7 and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com.

On WRAL at 7: Caught on camera: a car hits school bus with students on board. Hear from a neighbor who heard the crash

A new study led by a University of Maryland researcher has found that the Atlantic Ocean currents are slowing down.

Melting sea ice slows Atlantic Ocean currents; warmer water stays offshore to raise storm risk for the Carolinas

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Triangle residents who are fans of thrills and themed attractions don't have to travel far to experience some of the best.

Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

Police said that two unknown men broke into several vehicles in the Carson Allen Road area of Hope Mills on Oct. 21 and stole wallets, debit cards, and cash. The stolen cards were later used by the two men at a Walmart on Ramsey Street in Fayetteville.

Police seek men who used stolen credit cards at Walmart