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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
2 years ago
Gov. Ferguson announces protections for children amid national surge in deportations

The announcement comes after Blaine Border Patrol reported that its agents helped arrest six illegal immigrants on Sunday. 

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/24/25

Pete Carroll has announced his return to the NFL, but it’s not with the Seahawks.

Local
2 years ago
Western Washington University updates policy to protect students from immigration enforcement

University President Sabah Randhawa approved the interim school policy on Friday, Jan. 17.

Government
2 years ago
Seattle judge temporarily blocks President Trump’s end to birthright citizenship

The case is one of five lawsuits being brought by 22 states and a number of immigrants’ rights groups across the country. 

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/23/25

The Kraken are looking win their third straight game at home tonight against the NHL-best Washington Capitals.

Local
2 years ago
Lummi Island ferry rates set to temporarily decrease

The rates will return to what they were in May 2024 following a court ruling that decided the recent fare increase was miscalculated.

Environmental
2 years ago
Steelhead fishing season opens in Skagit County

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife says fishery managers are forecasting that just over 7,000 wild steelhead will return this year.

Government
2 years ago
Bill to cap rent increases for Washington tenants moves past first stage

State law currently prohibits cities from regulating rent levels themselves.

Crime
2 years ago
Man arrested following a stabbing outside of severe weather shelter in Bellingham

Whatcom County Health and Community Services says it’s increasing shelter security following the incident and police will be doing extra patrols near it on Wednesday night.

Local
2 years ago
Police investigate suspected arson near Bakerview encampment

Police detectives and fire investigators are both working to determine the cause of the fire.