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Top Charlotte news: Low housing supply, high demand; literacy promoted at laundromats; more

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Published on January 13, 2020
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Read on for the most recent top news you may have missed in Charlotte.

FBI is trying to catch a "bad wig bandit" in North Carolina

The FBI is asking the public's help in catching a so-called “bad wig bandit” who's been robbing banks in North Carolina. The FBI said in a statement on Thursday that the suspect wore a different wig during each heist in the Charlotte area. 

Read the full story on FOX26.

Just how dog crazy is Charlotte?

According to a recent report, Americans are spending more than ever on their pets. It’s certainly the case here in Charlotte.

Read the full story on Spectrum News North Carolina.

Low housing supply in Charlotte, high demand

According to a UNC Charlotte report, the population growth of the city is more than twice the housing growth. Real Estate Broker Steve Zink says this means there are not enough homes for all the people who want to buy in Charlotte.

Read the full story on Spectrum News North Carolina.

Volunteers aim to improve literacy through reading sessions at laundromat

ShowerBus ‘N CLT, Inc., which provides shower supplies to homeless people, is participating in the nationwide iniative by the LaundryCares Foundation. Their goal is to promote early literacy development.  

Read the full story on Spectrum News North Carolina.


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