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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.

Government
1 year ago
City of Blaine is accepting applications to fill vacancy on city council

Whoever is chosen will start in September and only serve for a few months, since the position is up for reelection on the November ballot.

Northwest Sports
1 year ago
Northwest Sports Update: Bells eye series win over Sox, Whatcom soccer team heads to nationals and more

The Bells host Wenatchee tonight to decide the first series between the top two teams in the North Division.

Local
1 year ago
Federal judge offers relief to Job Corps across the country, including Skagit County

The Department of Labor says it’s working closely with the Justice Department to respond to Thursday’s decision. 

Crime
1 year ago
Local agency warns residents of ongoing DMV text scams

Anyone who receives the scam texts are encouraged to report it to the FTC. 

Local
1 year ago
New crosswalks and protected bike lanes become permanent on Eldridge Avenue

The new bike lanes removed a significant amount of room for street parking on Eldridge, but Public Works found in their project report that most side streets have ample space for parking.

Government
1 year ago
Washington state denied aid from FEMA for last fall’s “bomb cyclone” damage

Sen. Patty Murray called the decision “outrageous” and a “dangerous politicization of disaster assistance.”

Local
1 year ago
Jury finds PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center not liable for alleged misdiagnosis

After a trial spanning nearly three weeks, the jury found that the doctor followed the applicable standard of care.

Education
1 year ago
More layoffs hit staff at Western Washington University amidst $23 million budget deficit

Randhawa says the moves, while difficult, will make the university sustainable in the long term while preserving key student services and academic quality.

Local
1 year ago
Bellingham City Council votes to remove “junk fees” for tenants and mobile home residents

They’ll both take effect on Aug. 1 for any new leases and lease renewals.