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.

National
1 year ago
Washington democrats show support of Biden’s decision to drop out of presidential race

Gov. Jay Inslee says the president “put his country first” and highlighted Biden’s action over climate change as his enduring legacy. 

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 7/22/24

The Mariners will look to regain control of the AL West tonight after a rough weekend series against the Astros.

Farm
1 year ago
Whatcom Conservation District receives $1.2 million federal grant to test new irrigation technology

The grant summary notes that historically underserved farmers will be given priority to take part in the study.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 7/19/24

The Mariners are back tonight for the start of their biggest series of the season.

Local
1 year ago
Alcoa’s Intalco aluminum smelter faces lawsuit for exceeding emissions limits

The lawsuit states that Intalco could face fines of up to $109,000 per day for each violation.

Weather
1 year ago
U.S. Forest Service update reveals “Easy Fire” decreased in size by approximately 200 acres

Fire managers were able to fly over the fire on July 19 and accurately map its size. Highway 20 has reopened, but drivers are warned against stopping along their route.

Local
1 year ago
Portion of North Cascades Highway reopens as the “Easy Fire” continues to burn

The fire is burning around 300 acres as of Thursday afternoon and is currently 0% contained.

Local
1 year ago
Thousands of community leaders across the country back Whatcom County’s urge to declare national fentanyl emergency

The National Association of Counties unanimously approved a resolution proposed by the county council.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 7/18/24

Last night’s All-Star Game in Bellingham ended in walk-off fashion.

Local
1 year ago
Local voter’s guide and ballots have been mailed out in preparation for August primary election

Ballots must be postmarked or placed in drop boxes around the county