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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WRAL 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur obtained an email from an associate dean that showed the administration had concerns about what employees were being exposed to more than a decade ago.

Records reveal concerns over NC State's Poe Hall go back decades

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George Washington Coverage

"George Washington mandated smallpox vaccines for the Continental Army," reads the text of an image that's being shared on social media with an illustration of the first president of the United States on horseback. PolitiFact checks the claim.

Fact check: Did George Washington mandate vaccines for his army?

This day in history: First US presidential election

As commander in chief of the Continental Army, Washington created the "Badge for Military Merit" on this date in 1782.

This day in history: George Washington creates Purple Heart

Decard-long search puts Purple Heart back in hands of rightful owner

The tale of a towering oak in Hampstead is one of several stories about George Washington celebrated by the town. 

Pender County town celebrates ties to George Washington

On Jan. 7, 1789, George Washington won the election and was sworn into office on April 30, 1789.

President's Day commemorates George Washington's birthday.

George Washington Coverage

Fact check: Did George Washington mandate vaccines for his army?

This day in history: George Washington creates Purple Heart

Pender County town celebrates ties to George Washington

This day in history: First US presidential election

This day in history: First US presidential election

What's open on President's Day?

What's open on President's Day?