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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.

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Crime
2 months ago
State seeks $1.5 million fine against crypto ATM operator

Regulators say Bitcoin Depot’s kiosks charged up to 42% above market rates.

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Local
2 months ago
UPDATE: Shelter in place order lifted on NAS Whidbey Island

A report of a suspicious package Friday afternoon spurred the order.

Local
2 months ago
Whatcom flood recovery programs receive $750K through Children’s Fund

Upwards of 177 local families met the criteria to receive support.

Business
2 months ago
Average salary in Washington approaches six figures

The state’s average annual wage grew nearly 5% in 2025.

Northwest Sports
2 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: World Cup kicks off, Bells pull off remarkable rally, M’s eye series win in Baltimore and more

The FIFA World Cup is now underway, as the US gears up for its opener on Friday with a pair of PNW-hosted matches to follow.

Weather
2 months ago
Record-breaking temperatures forecast for upcoming heat wave

NWS has issued a heat advisory for most of western Washington.

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Traffic
2 months ago
Whatcom County warns of increased traffic as FIFA World Cup kicks off

The international tournament began Thursday, days before Seattle and Vancouver host their first matches.

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Obituaries
2 months ago
Community mourns loss of Nooksack Mayor Kevin Hester

Hester spent over 30 years with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office prior to leading the City of Nooksack.

Traffic
2 months ago
Temporary bypass for SB I-5 traffic delayed until Monday

The bypass will be in effect through September while crews rebuild the lanes to install a new fish-passable culvert.

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