Monday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day, with showers and storms that could become strong to severe mainly after lunchtime. Storms will have potential to produce damaging winds and hail Monday afternoon and evening. 

WRAL Weather Alert Day: Monday brings risk of severe storms with potential for damaging winds and hail.

A biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission shares ways you can safely deal with snakes around your yard this summer.

How to deal with snakes in your yard safely, sanely and humanely

Experts: How to keep snakes out of your yard

In the wake of tragic and traumatic events, feelings like stress, anxiety, grief and depression are natural. Here is a list of crisis counseling and county-by-county resources in North Carolina, as well as nationally. These resources are available for you -- just call. 

Get Help: County-by-county guide to mental health and crisis resources in NC

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<b>SELMA, N.C.</b> — Authorities said it appears an argument escalated into murder Thursday morning in Selma.

The incident happened at the intersection of Watson and Sumner Streets.

Police say Raquim Ellis was walking in that area when he fired into a car, killing Tyrone Dublin and injuring Keith Barber.

Ellis was arrested Thursday afternoon and charged with attempted murder, murder and discharging a weapon into occupied property.

Authorities Believe Argument Led To Selma Shooting

Donald Trump plans to speak in Greensboro Saturday night, the day after federal prosecutors unveiled dozens of criminal charges against him. But first, Mike Pence will also address the same GOP convention.

Pence, Trump expected to offer competing visions of leadership in NC speeches

Mike Pence Formally Enters 2024 Race, Challenging Trump

North Carolina conservatives voted to censure sitting Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis at the party's annual convention Saturday.

NC GOP votes to censure Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, citing his record on gay marriage, immigration

US Sen. Thom Tillis

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Theodore "Ted" Kaczynski, known as the "Unabomber," has died in federal prison, a spokesperson for the Bureau of Prisons told The Associated Press on Saturday.

Unabomber has died: Ted Kaczynski found dead in NC prison cell 

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Expect a dry and very warm weekend ahead, with the potential to reach 90 degrees for the first time this year at RDU. 


Temps could hit 90 tomorrow; Monday brings storms and WRAL Weather Alert day

Weekend weather, June 10-11, 2023

Alumni of Shaw University are rallying to protect and preserve sites of immense importance, not just to Raleigh history, but national history and Black history.

'We don't want to lose Shaw:' Alumni concerned rezoning will erase Black history 

Shaw alumni are rallying to preserve the first structure build for the higher education of Black women in the US.

State Troopers say a Volvo sedan was traveling at a low-rate of speed on the interstate before it was rear-ended by the driver of a Mazda around midnight. The man crashed into a concrete median and died on impact.

Man killed in overnight crash on I-40

Meet Ivy! This 3-year-old Golden-Mix loves walks, and will do best in a calm home. She enjoys relaxing in her crate, and loud noises and crowded places cause her some stress. If you think she sounds like your perfect match for a more slow-paced pup, learn more about Ivy at GoldenRescueNC.org.

Pet of the Day: June 10, 2023

Get the latest WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast whenever you need it, including the DUALDoppler5000 and the 7-Day Forecast.

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is running against Donald Trump and others for the GOP presidential nomination in 2024, is speaking in Greensboro tonight.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at the NC Republican convention, pitching his presidential campaign to conservative voters.

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Ivan Lopez will make the jump from Lumberton Junior High School to professional soccer this summer. 

Lumberton teen signs major league soccer contract

Ivan Lopez

Lanes have reopened on I-40 near Jones Sausage Road after a deadly crash overnight.

Lanes reopen on I-40 after deadly overnight crash

The N.C. Baseball Coaches Association has released its all-state teams for the 2023 season.

N.C. Baseball Coaches Association releases all-state teams

Baseball: South Brunswick vs Hoggard (Mar. 21, 2023)

Marcus Paige played professional basketball for seven years. He will serve on head coach Hubert Davis' staff for the 2023-24 season.