Lisa Kaylie
@ncbestie.bsky.social
Community. Disability rights, public education, democracy. Local and State gov’t. NC.
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Some highlights from my year-end interview with @ncgovernor.bsky.social. We talked Helene recovery, budget, Medicaid, 2026 primaries and more.
Catch more of the conversation tomorrow during Morning Edition on @wunc.org and later on the WUNC Politics Podcast
www.wunc.org/politics/202... #ncpol
Catch more of the conversation tomorrow during Morning Edition on @wunc.org and later on the WUNC Politics Podcast
www.wunc.org/politics/202... #ncpol
Q&A: Gov. Josh Stein on budget impasse, Helene funding and more
Gov. Josh Stein is wrapping up his first year in office. He joined WUNC's Colin Campbell to discuss the big issues of 2025 and what’s ahead next year.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Some highlights from my year-end interview with @ncgovernor.bsky.social. We talked Helene recovery, budget, Medicaid, 2026 primaries and more.
Catch more of the conversation tomorrow during Morning Edition on @wunc.org and later on the WUNC Politics Podcast
www.wunc.org/politics/202... #ncpol
Catch more of the conversation tomorrow during Morning Edition on @wunc.org and later on the WUNC Politics Podcast
www.wunc.org/politics/202... #ncpol
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North Carolina is 48th in per pupil spending and a guy from a county with failing schools is attacking a school district with the most successful schools in the state. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Jump starting the culture wars
Republicans from counties with failing schools are attacking the most successful district in the state.
open.substack.com
December 14, 2025 at 5:13 PM
North Carolina is 48th in per pupil spending and a guy from a county with failing schools is attacking a school district with the most successful schools in the state. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
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I resent the one cyber truck that lives in chapel hill. I specifically live here because I have chosen what flavor of foolishness I will accept. People’s Republic needs to get on running this fool out to Cary.
December 14, 2025 at 10:32 PM
I resent the one cyber truck that lives in chapel hill. I specifically live here because I have chosen what flavor of foolishness I will accept. People’s Republic needs to get on running this fool out to Cary.
“Shoutout to all the teachers out there making a difference,” Ross said. “And please… let’s prioritize the arts in schools.” Very cool that the Duffer brothers are highlighting the amazing work being done in our public schools. #chccs
CHCCS Teacher Featured In 'Stranger Things' Final Season - Chapelboro.com
The fifth and final season of the Netflix drama Stranger Things features a familiar face from the Chapel Hill Carrboro community.
chapelboro.com
December 15, 2025 at 1:30 AM
“Shoutout to all the teachers out there making a difference,” Ross said. “And please… let’s prioritize the arts in schools.” Very cool that the Duffer brothers are highlighting the amazing work being done in our public schools. #chccs
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Is your head coach's girlfriend filing FOIA requests on your school's top comms official a good look? Asking for a friend
December 3, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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As 2025 winds down, many are already looking ahead to the 2026 midterm elections across the country — and the filing period for races in North Carolina begins on Monday.
Here’s our guide to local candidates, which will be updated as more enter races:
Here’s our guide to local candidates, which will be updated as more enter races:
The Filing Period For 2026 Elections Begins Soon. Who’s Running in Orange County? - Chapelboro.com
Candidates for federal, state and local offices can file to formally begin their campaigns for the 2026 primary elections on Monday.
chapelboro.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:23 PM
As 2025 winds down, many are already looking ahead to the 2026 midterm elections across the country — and the filing period for races in North Carolina begins on Monday.
Here’s our guide to local candidates, which will be updated as more enter races:
Here’s our guide to local candidates, which will be updated as more enter races:
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‘Charlotte’s Web’ Author E.B. White's Granddaughter Martha Torches DHS Using Book Title in Immigration Raids www.thedailybeast.com/charlottes-w...
‘Charlotte’s Web’ Author’s Granddaughter Torches DHS Using Book Title in Immigration Raids
E.B. White’s granddaughter says children’s book about mercy is being twisted into a slogan for Trump’s latest immigration blitz.
www.thedailybeast.com
November 17, 2025 at 1:11 PM
‘Charlotte’s Web’ Author E.B. White's Granddaughter Martha Torches DHS Using Book Title in Immigration Raids www.thedailybeast.com/charlottes-w...
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My theory is that people would have voted in the new coke elections yesterday if that’s all there was. People just want to VOTE, period.
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High turnout for NC municipal elections as voters make themselves heard
Many voters say they are concerned about too-rapid development in major cities as they cast votes in council races across NC in 2025.
carolinapublicpress.org
November 5, 2025 at 4:39 PM
My theory is that people would have voted in the new coke elections yesterday if that’s all there was. People just want to VOTE, period.
carolinapublicpress.org/73287/high-t...?
carolinapublicpress.org/73287/high-t...?
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North Carolina's state budget is now nearly four months overdue. For public school employees, that means the school year started without a cost-of-living raise.
WUNC is sharing a few of their stories in a new series “From Politics to Paychecks.”
www.wunc.org/education/20...
WUNC is sharing a few of their stories in a new series “From Politics to Paychecks.”
www.wunc.org/education/20...
Dedicated to teaching, frustrated by politics: why this young teacher juggles two jobs
WUNC's series "From Politics to Paychecks" shows how political decisions, including a delayed state budget, are affecting NC educators' finances and families.
www.wunc.org
October 29, 2025 at 8:40 PM
North Carolina's state budget is now nearly four months overdue. For public school employees, that means the school year started without a cost-of-living raise.
WUNC is sharing a few of their stories in a new series “From Politics to Paychecks.”
www.wunc.org/education/20...
WUNC is sharing a few of their stories in a new series “From Politics to Paychecks.”
www.wunc.org/education/20...
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The poor should starve, says Trump administration www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
The poor should starve, says Trump administration
Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will expire at the end of the month, impacting as many as 42 million people —16 million of them children.�
And if you’re thinking that ...
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October 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
The poor should starve, says Trump administration www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
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California Vote YES on Prop 50 by this November 4th 2025. Gavin Newsom found a way for us to fight together. Let’s get it done. #50501Movement @indivisible.org
September 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
California Vote YES on Prop 50 by this November 4th 2025. Gavin Newsom found a way for us to fight together. Let’s get it done. #50501Movement @indivisible.org
The NCGA knew the extent of what the effects would be of not fully funding Medicaid. NCDHHS had been in talks w/ members of the NCGA about what different funding choices would mean. To maintain NC Medicaid, the NCGA must fully fund the program. ncnewsline.com/2025/08/15/m...
Medicaid rate cuts will cost state providers $1.1 billion, NCDHHS says • NC Newsline
North Carolina Health Secretary Devdutta “Dev” Sangvai said cuts are a response to a “threat to the foundation of the Medicaid program.”
ncnewsline.com
August 19, 2025 at 12:06 PM
The NCGA knew the extent of what the effects would be of not fully funding Medicaid. NCDHHS had been in talks w/ members of the NCGA about what different funding choices would mean. To maintain NC Medicaid, the NCGA must fully fund the program. ncnewsline.com/2025/08/15/m...
Unless NCGA passes a budget that fully funds Medicaid by mid-August, NC Medicaid leadership will have no choice but to cut services beginning Oct 1, 2025. These cuts will be devastating to IDD individuals and their families. Reach out to your legislators today! #ncleg
Tell the NC General Assembly to fully fund Medicaid
igniteadvocacy.com
August 19, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Unless NCGA passes a budget that fully funds Medicaid by mid-August, NC Medicaid leadership will have no choice but to cut services beginning Oct 1, 2025. These cuts will be devastating to IDD individuals and their families. Reach out to your legislators today! #ncleg
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Federal agencies hiding out in a bunker
July 31, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Federal agencies hiding out in a bunker
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Democrats still in the dumps over last year’s elections have found cause for optimism in North Carolina, where former Gov. Roy Cooper jumped into the race for that state’s newly open Senate seat.
Via @apnews.com
Via @apnews.com
North Carolina Senate Race Sets up as a Fight Over Who Would Be a Champion for the Middle Class - Chapelboro.com
Democrats still in the dumps over last year's elections have found cause for optimism in North Carolina in the 2026 U.S. Senate race.
chapelboro.com
August 2, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Democrats still in the dumps over last year’s elections have found cause for optimism in North Carolina, where former Gov. Roy Cooper jumped into the race for that state’s newly open Senate seat.
Via @apnews.com
Via @apnews.com
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I have thought on it and prayed about it, and I have decided: I am running to be the next U.S. Senator from North Carolina.
July 28, 2025 at 12:05 PM
I have thought on it and prayed about it, and I have decided: I am running to be the next U.S. Senator from North Carolina.
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GOOD NEWS: I received word this evening that the Small Business Administration (SBA) approved North Carolina's request for an SBA disaster declaration for counties impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal.
July 26, 2025 at 12:10 AM
GOOD NEWS: I received word this evening that the Small Business Administration (SBA) approved North Carolina's request for an SBA disaster declaration for counties impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal.
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Many in our reading area probably live no more than a mile from an area heavily affected by flooding and destruction. Many neighbors lost everything in their homes and also their vehicles
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Chantal destruction - how our neighbors were affected and how you can help today and in the future - Triangle Blog Blog
A group civics blog covering town council, education, transportation, and recreation in Chapel Hill and Carrboro, NC.
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July 15, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Many in our reading area probably live no more than a mile from an area heavily affected by flooding and destruction. Many neighbors lost everything in their homes and also their vehicles
triangleblogblog.com/2025/07/15/c...
triangleblogblog.com/2025/07/15/c...
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Areas like University Place and Eastgate malls also are experiencing significant flooding, according to accounts verified by Chapelboro. Witnesses reported seeing several businesses with standing water on their floors and several submerged vehicles.
Flash Flooding Hits Orange County; Chapel Hill Evacuates Camelot Village Units - Chapelboro.com
Heavy rains fell on Orange County and the region on Sunday, causing flash flooding and leading to both evacuations and road closures.
chapelboro.com
July 7, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Areas like University Place and Eastgate malls also are experiencing significant flooding, according to accounts verified by Chapelboro. Witnesses reported seeing several businesses with standing water on their floors and several submerged vehicles.
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For a combined price of $148M, 200 of Trump’s top memecoin holders are set to have a private, black-tie dinner with the president.
The top 25 holders get a private White House tour.
Trump is ripping up the American Constitution so he can get richer.
The top 25 holders get a private White House tour.
Trump is ripping up the American Constitution so he can get richer.
May 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
For a combined price of $148M, 200 of Trump’s top memecoin holders are set to have a private, black-tie dinner with the president.
The top 25 holders get a private White House tour.
Trump is ripping up the American Constitution so he can get richer.
The top 25 holders get a private White House tour.
Trump is ripping up the American Constitution so he can get richer.
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They know what they're doing.
Don't let them fool you.
Don't let them fool you.
Rep. Jason Smith: "And then you can look at Medicaid cuts -- Medicaid reforms, I should say."
Oops.
Oops.
May 16, 2025 at 1:59 PM
They know what they're doing.
Don't let them fool you.
Don't let them fool you.
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What happens to science under autocracy? The rise of the National Socialist Party in 1930s Germany provides an (admittedly extreme) example. Prior to the early 1930s, scientists at German institutions won a third of Nobels. 10 years later, that number was 5%, and has never recovered.
May 16, 2025 at 6:17 PM
What happens to science under autocracy? The rise of the National Socialist Party in 1930s Germany provides an (admittedly extreme) example. Prior to the early 1930s, scientists at German institutions won a third of Nobels. 10 years later, that number was 5%, and has never recovered.
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As @texasaft.org points out, Texas taxpayers spent nearly $1B on failing charter schools last year – while public schools outperform them across the board. It’s time for oversight, and that's why I filed HB 5571 to hold the TEA accountable. Texas kids deserve better. #txlege
Closer Look: Texas Charter Schools Don’t Make the Grade
A Union of Professionals
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May 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
As @texasaft.org points out, Texas taxpayers spent nearly $1B on failing charter schools last year – while public schools outperform them across the board. It’s time for oversight, and that's why I filed HB 5571 to hold the TEA accountable. Texas kids deserve better. #txlege
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As Hillsborough continues to grow and plan for the future, the local government is asking for feedback on where people prefer to park their vehicles downtown and near some of its attractions.
Hillsborough Parking Study Underway; Town Asks for Community Input - Chapelboro.com
As Hillsborough continues to plan for the future, the town government is asking for feedback on where people prefer to park their vehicles.
chapelboro.com
May 5, 2025 at 3:27 PM
As Hillsborough continues to grow and plan for the future, the local government is asking for feedback on where people prefer to park their vehicles downtown and near some of its attractions.