Good morning, this is Charlotte Local Pulse for November 27, 2024.

We're starting with some breaking news from the past few days. A homicide investigation is underway in east Charlotte after a body was found in the 1400 block of Tom Hunter Road in the North Tryon Division. Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit are conducting the investigation, and we'll keep you updated as more information becomes available[2].

In other news, the search for Asha Degree, a missing teenager from Cleveland County, has brought the case back into the spotlight. Authorities have been searching properties in Cleveland County, and new details have emerged about the properties involved[1].

Moving on to the job market, we don't have any major hiring announcements to report today, but we do know that the Charlotte area continues to face high demand for housing and relatively lower supply, which is driving prices up and making it harder for people to afford homes and apartments. According to a recent report by UNC Charlotte's Childress Klein Center for Real Estate, Charlotte is losing its edge on affordability compared to its peers[3].

In real estate news, we're seeing a trend of high demand and low supply driving up prices. The median home price in Charlotte is around $340,000, and inventory levels are low. There are some new development projects in the works, including a new concourse at Charlotte Douglas International Airport with new eateries and special glass features[1].

From city hall, we have an update on the Mecklenburg County transit plan. Mint Hill leaders are supporting the plan, which includes improvements to roads in the area. Meanwhile, the Matthews Police chief has resigned after less than a year on the job[1].

Weather-wise, we're expecting rain to return to the area today, with remnants of Francine bringing showers and thunderstorms. This might impact your commute, so be sure to check the forecast before heading out.

In business news, we have some new openings to report. The new concourse at Charlotte Douglas International Airport features some exciting new eateries, and we're seeing some new businesses popping up around the city.

Looking ahead to the next few days, we have some community events to mention. The community is coming together to raise money to help a cow get a bovine friend, and there are some holiday events planned around the city.

In local school news, we're sad to report that a Charlotte college football player was killed in West Virginia. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim.

On a more positive note, we have a feel-good community story to share. The community is rallying around a local cow to help it get a bovine friend, and we're seeing some great examples of community spirit around the city.

Finally, in today's crime report, we have some significant incidents to mention. In addition to the homicide investigation in east Charlotte, we have reports of organized retail crime in Gastonia, and police are warning drivers to slow down after 101 drivers were stopped for speeding in a 35 mph zone[1].

This has been Charlotte Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.