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.

During a speech in Greensboro, former President Donald Trump laughed off publicity about dozens of federal charges against him saying, "In a sick way, I kind of enjoy it," since he believes the charges are helping his presidential campaign in polling and fundraising.

Defiant in face of federal indictments, Trump decries 'election interference' in NC GOP convention speech

Summer is here and we have some great suggestions on what to do this weekend! 

Weekend best bets: Beer festival, pimento cheese fest and more

The Science of Beer event, where happy hour meets science, was h

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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Raleigh police are investigating an overnight shooting inside a Quality Inn hotel room on New Bern Avenue.

<b>RALEIGH, N.C.</b> — Raleigh police are investigating an overnight shooting inside a Quality Inn hotel room on New Bern Avenue.

Police say a male victim arrived to Wake Med with non life-threatening injuries.

Investigators were able to determine the shooting happened during an altercation inside a room at the hotel.

WRAL is working to learn more and will provide updates when available.

Police searching for shooter after man shot inside Raleigh hotel room

Man injured after shooting inside Raleigh hotel

Former President Donald Trump laughed off publicity about dozens of federal charges against him saying, "In a sick way, I kind of enjoy it," since he thinks the charges help his presidential campaign in polling and fundraising.

Special Counsel Avoided One Risk but Took on Another by Bringing Trump Case in Miami

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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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.

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Trump's speech comes hours after an address at the Georgia Republican convention. An indictment against Trump was unsealed Friday. He faces charges for retaining classified documents after his presidency, among other counts.

Former President Donald Trump speaks at the North Carolina GOP convention in Greensboro

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

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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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After getting hammered by the Cavs, The Blue Devils will play the super regional host with an NCAA College World Series berth on the line Sunday.

Duke falls to Cavs in Game 2 of NCAA super regional, Game 3 set for noon Sunday

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TORONTO (AP) -- Days after being blindsided by the PGA Tour's partnership with Saudi Arabia's wealth fund, Rory McIlroy put himself in position for a run at a third straight Canadian Open title.

Pan leads Canadian Open, with McIlroy 2 shots back on crowded leaderboard

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BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Four Indigenous children survived an Amazon plane crash that killed three adults and then braved the jungle for 40 days before being found alive by Colombian soldiers, bringing a happy ending to a search-and-rescue saga that captivated a nation and forced the usually opposing military and Indigenous people to work together.

Cassava flour and fruit kept 4 children alive for 40 days after plane crash in Colombia's jungle

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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.