Kevin Dayton is a Senior Reporter at Honolulu Civil Beat. With extensive experience in government and politics, as well as security and law enforcement, he covers a range of topics including public surveillance systems and social interest issues in the United States. Kevin's work has been featured in outlets such as ABC10, the Associated Press, and 12 News (KPNX-TV, NBC).
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Kevin Dayton's work primarily focuses on local political and government-related news in Hawaii, particularly around the prison system, state budget, and other key local issues. Given his focus on government announcements and evolving stories, he would likely be interested in receiving pitches related to breaking political news or developments within the Hawaiian government.
As he frequently cites data and covers evolving stories, Kevin may welcome pitches from experts with firsthand knowledge of these areas such as policymakers, analysts specializing in Hawaiian politics or criminal justice reform. Additionally, given his coverage attributes mainly revolve around governmental aspects at a local level (Hawaii), sources familiar with this area are more likely to catch his attention.
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By: Kevin Dayton
The Legislature this year passed a bill to cancel unpaid medical debt for lower-income Hawaiʻi residents.
Members of the state Council on Revenues are surprised the state has not felt greater economic impacts from the war.
Former Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services Director Ryan Yamane is not the only top child welfare official departing the agency as lawmakers made some efforts this year to improve the system.
Young Brothers quickly announced a 3% rate hike soon after the bill was signed. State wharfage fees will rise at the same time, potentially driving up prices even more.
Chad Blair's job as politics editor at Civil Beat includes reflecting on how political decisions impact people and communities.
Only 478 bikes remained as of the end of April, down from a peak of roughly 1,300 bikes soon after its start.
By: Erin Nolan, Chad Blair, Ben Angarone, Taylor Nāhulukeaokalani Cozloff, Kevin Dayton, Matthew Leonard
Elections 2026 Archives
By: Kevin Dayton
The new report envisions innovative rail extensions to reach much more of Oʻahu's population but the HART board is asking for more study in anticipation of seeking more public funding.
Legislature 2027 Archives
The governor also approved the new state budget, and announced he may veto measures dealing with school closures and teacher licensing.
