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.

Crime
1 year ago
Transient man arrested for alleged sexual assault of teenager in Sudden Valley

The former inmate remains at the Whatcom County Jail without bail.

Local
1 year ago
Bellingham Public Schools faces lawsuit over allegations of mishandled sexual abuse reports against student

The lawsuit states that the young male student sexually assaulted three boys over a period of several months while on a school bus.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 7/2/24

The Seattle Kraken’s busy offseason continued today with a big trade.

Local
1 year ago
Dates announced for full closure of E. Smith and Hannegan intersection

The closure is set to end right before the Northwest Washington Fair kicks off on Aug. 8.

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

The Bells narrowly missed out on clinching a spot in the WCL playoffs after a late-game collapse against Wenatchee yesterday.

Community Events
1 year ago
Free vaccination clinic set up for first week of July

No appointments are necessary, as the clinic is accepting walk-ins only on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 6/28/24

The Bells will have a chance to clinch a playoff berth in this weekend’s series at Joe Martin Field.

Crime
1 year ago
Bellingham Police warn of jewelry thieves targeting senior citizens

One incident has been reported in Bellingham and three similar incidents were reported in Bellevue.

Features
1 year ago
Heritage Flight Museum preserves legacy of late founder and space exploration icon

Bill Anders and his wife Valerie founded the museum in Bellingham in 1996, and it remains open after moving to Burlington.

Local
1 year ago
UPDATE: Missing man found after search by local law enforcement

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact What-Comm dispatch or submit an online tip.