We’re also following a school bus crash in Johnston County, the emotional farewell to one of four officers killed in a shootout in Charlotte, and Five on Your Side’s Restaurant Ratings. Watch WRAL-TV at 5 and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com.

On WRAL at 5: Timing out weekend rain ☔ Who could see showers and storms, plus where temperatures climb

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.

Duke offers Creole class for Haiti relief workers