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.

Deputies could not confirm the age of the deceased or when they received the initial call related to the body.

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office: Body found in Cape Fear River near Fayetteville

Trump is set to speak at the convention later this evening after Senator Thom Tills (R-NC) was censured by the NC GOP and former Vice President Mike Pence spoke to attendees. We're live from Greensboro with team coverage ahead of Trump's speech.

On WRAL at 6: Pence speaks and Tillis censured. We're LIVE with team coverage from the NC GOP convention ahead of Trump's speech in Greensboro

Four of the top 2024 contenders for the White House are planning to visit the Tar Heel State on Friday and Saturday -- an early indication of how important North Carolina is to each party.

Presidential candidates descend on NC, with election far in the distance

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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>WAKE COUNTY, N.C.</b> — Some pets will soon have a new temporary home in Wake County.

will open its new adoption center off Tryon Road. The $3.9 million facility incorporates the latest shelter features from across the country.

Officials said the animals will not be in cages, but they will be in group housing. Experts say that helps socialize the dogs and cats.

The new shelter will also feature a revolutionary design and a no-kill philosophy.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence said in Greensboro that he was troubled by the recent federal indictment against former President Donald Trump, but added "no one is above the law." Trump plans to speak at the same event Saturday night.

In NC speech, Pence says he was 'troubled' by Trump charges but opposes former president's reelection bid

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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

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COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) — Former President Donald Trump blasted his historic federal indictment as “ridiculous” and “baseless" Saturday during his first public appearance since the charges were unsealed, painting the 37 felony counts as an attack on his supporters as he tried to turn dire legal peril to political advantage.

Trump blasts federal indictment as 'ridiculous' and 'baseless' in speech to Republicans in Georgia

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Theodore “Ted” Kaczynski, the Harvard-educated mathematician who retreated to a dingy shack in the Montana wilderness and ran a 17-year bombing campaign that killed three people and injured 23 others, died Saturday. He was 81.

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

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You'll have 'Billy Jean' and 'Beat It' stuck in your head after watching this video. The drumline students at Smithfield-Selma High School created a toe-tapping music video full of flashing lights, costumes, choreography and an undeniable rhythm.

Watch: Local student drumline creates incredible Michael Jackson tribute music video 

Students at Selma-Smithfield High School create Michael Jackson drumline tribute.

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

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

Former Vice President Mike Pence, who is seeking the Republican Party nomination for president, is scheduled to speak in Greensboro. Pence and his running mate, former President Donald Trump, soured following the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. 

Mike Pence addresses NC GOP convention live in Greensboro ahead of an expected speech by former President Donald Trump

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.

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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

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Zane Williams of Wake Forest High School committed to the Wolfpack five days after receiving a scholarship offer.

NC State picks up commitment from Wake Forest all-state LB Zane Williams

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Ted Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber for years of attacks that killed 3, dies in prison at 81

Deputies said the preliminary investigation revealed a male victim was pronounced dead on the scene.

Authorities: Body found in Cape Fear River near Fayetteville

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Bella Bennett, 7, helped her mom call for help when she was having a heart attack. Bella received a National Life Saving Award for her efforts.