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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I must say you are the best I watch, after leaving Florida. Mom and I do enjoy your time on the tube.

I must say you are the best I watch,  after leaving Florida. Mom and I do enjoy  your time on the tube.

From Pat in Carthage

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

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


Weekend brings chance for our first 90-degree day of 2023; Monday a WRAL Weather Alert Day

Weekend weather, June 10-11, 2023

About half of North Carolinians and Wake County are spending 30% or more of their monthly income on rent alone.

About half of North Carolina and Wake County renters burdened by increasing prices, data shows

More than half of NC spending 30% of income on rent, data shows

The Wake County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that sent a woman to the hospital early Saturday morning in Knightdale.

Woman seriously injured after shooting in Knightdale overnight

Police car crime scene night

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

Lanes reopen on I-40 after deadly overnight crash

Man killed in overnight crash on I-40

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.

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

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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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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)

East Columbus senior Karli Godwin has been named the Gatorade North Carolina Player of the Year in softball.

East Columbus state record holder Karli Godwin named Gatorade NC Softball Player of the Year

Softball: South Columbus vs. East Columbus (Apr. 27, 2023)

Rolesville rising senior running back Isiah Jones has received a verbal scholarship offer from NC State University.