Jason Upton

Jason Upton is a reporter and afternoon news anchor at KGMI. Feel free to send any story ideas or news tips to jupton@pnwmediagroup.com.

Northwest Sports
2 days ago
Northwest Sports Update: Mariners earn postseason honors, Storm name new coach, Friday Night Lights in Nooksack and more

The Zone’s Friday Night Lights pregame show is live at Nooksack Valley from 3 to 7 today on KPUG.

Government
2 days ago
Local and state leaders call for lower legal threshold for impaired driving in Washington

It comes as more than half of the fatal crashes in Washington between 2017 and 2021 involved impaired drivers.

Government
3 days ago
Dept. of Health receives additional funding for food assistance program in Washington

According to the DOH, nearly 5,000 Whatcom County residents received support from the program last year. 

Health and Wellness
3 days ago
Health insurance costs rise in 2026 as open enrollment begins next week

Open enrollment begins on Nov. 1 for residents who do not get their health insurance through an employer, spouse or government program.

Local
3 days ago
Lynden narrows search for new chief of police, community invited to meet final candidates

Each candidate will give a brief overview of their career and experience before community members have a chance to give their feedback at the end of the event.

Weather
3 days ago
Gale warning issued for San Juan Islands, high winds hit western Whatcom County

Residents in impacted areas are urged to secure loose outdoor objects and secure any vessels on the water.

Local
3 days ago
Blaine man died in federal custody after car crash near Peace Arch border crossing

BLAINE, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A Blaine man died while in federal custody following a […]

Local
4 days ago
Western Washington University extends contract for President Randhawa

Randhawa became Western’s 14th president when he took over for Bruce Shepard in 2016.

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