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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The organizer of the campaign tells WRAL News that he's creating an organization with a board that seeks to carry out the fundraiser's primary goal: to throw "a world-class party." The group also hopes to give excess money to charities.



Organizer of viral fundraiser for UNC frat 'rager' creating board to plan party, give to charities

American flag goes back up on UNC campus

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Are you interested in having a day out in Raleigh without breaking the bank? Here are 7 of the best free things to do in Raleigh.


These free things to do in Raleigh will keep your kids busy during winter break and beyond

These three popular rings were one of the first site-specific art installations at the North Carolina Museum of Art

It's no secret that Raleigh is a wonderful city known for outdoor adventures and plenty of nature.

Outdoors in Raleigh: 5 city spaces that offer fall escape

Enchanting sunrise over the Raleigh skyline and Dix Park

North Carolina State University is readying for another rare and stinky "corpse flower" to bloom.



Rare bloom: Corpse flower in full glory - and stench - at NC State

Smelly NC State corpse flower growing on plant lovers

WRAL contributor Tara Lynn takes her children for a day exploring the arboretum in Raleigh. 

Take the Kids: JC Raulston Arboretum

Spring blooms at JC Raulston Arboretum

WRAL contributor Tara Lynn and her children spent the day exploring the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh. 

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Family fun ahead at this Raleigh arboretum

Tara Lynn: Take the Kids to JC Raulston Arboretum

Themes include Birds in the Garden, Weather Watchers and Blooming Fun.

JC Raulston Arboretum offering I Spy tours for kids, families

Spring blooms at JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh

JC Raulston Arboretum's summer camps are going virtual this year. 

JC Raulston Arboretum plans online camps for kids

JC Raulston Arboretum's popular Moonlight in the Garden starts this weekend and several nights already are sold out.

Tickets going fast for JC Raulston Arboretum's popular Moonlight in the Garden

Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum

The weather should be beautiful for this jam-packed spring weekend!

Weekend best bets: Beer and Bacon, Dreamville and food trucks

J. Cole breaks first-day streaming record with new album

With temperatures in the low 20s expected Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, a local gardening expert said flowers will most likely suffer from the cold. 




Expert: Freeze coming this week could kill blooming flowers

Expert: How to protect flowers from this week's freeze

The suggestion of a trip to a garden might involve some feet dragging from my kids, but there's a different reaction when I mention going at night ... where there are sparkling holiday lights and food and roasted marshmallows.


Take the Kids: Moonlight in the Garden, a magical exhibition at NC State's arboretum

This nationally acclaimed arboretum, part of NC State University, is more than 10 acres and features a broad selection of plants, trees and flowers that are dispersed across various gardens.

Spring Blooms: Explore JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh with mom

It's shaping up to be a beautiful weekend - with highs hitting close to 80 degrees. Why not take a walk with the family!

