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.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
Proposed upgrades to nearby border crossings to be discussed at upcoming meeting

The meeting takes place at the Lynden Public Library on Tuesday, April 16.

Local
2 years ago
Avalanche on Mount St. Helens kills experienced mountain climber

The Skamania County Sheriff’s Office said the man had summited the peak alone when he triggered a snow cornice fracture and fell to his death.

Crime
2 years ago
Ferndale man in custody after attempted kidnapping

The suspect is accused of sending messages to a victim where they threatened to damage their car if they did not meet up with him.

Crime
2 years ago
Young driver pleads not guilty following fatal Renton crash

Prosecutors said data from Jones’ vehicle shows he was going 112 miles per hour at the time of the crash.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 4/2/24

Bellingham-native Austin Shenton got his first major-league start yesterday.

Local
2 years ago
Bellingham adds four EV chargers near local parks

The additions are part of Phase 2 of the city’s Electrification of Transportation project.

Education
2 years ago
Lynden School Board considers new bond proposal for future ballots

Thursday’s meeting includes a public comment section and takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the district office on Main Street.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Don’t panic: cloudy tap water is the price of clean pipes

The watermain flushing happens weekdays between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. and will continue through May.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 4/1/23

The Mariners are hosting the Cleveland Guardians tonight on KPUG after splitting their opening series with the Red Sox.

Local
2 years ago
Samish Bridge and Park closing for much needed bridge replacement

A signed detour will be in place during construction and there will be periodic closures to boat traffic under the bridge. The new bridge is scheduled to open to traffic in late August 2025.