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.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 3/26/24

The Huskies stole their new athletic director from their cross-state rivals.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
BRIEF: FDA issues alert over contaminated cinnamon products

Unsafe levels of lead were found in six products, two of which that are likely to be sold in Washington.

Business
2 years ago
Ski to Sea officially sells out for first time in 13 years

The race’s organizers have created a “low snow” contingency plan after forecasters warned about a very low snowpack this winter. Organizers say they plan to update racers on April 5 with their backup plan for the racecourse and routes.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
City of Bellingham continues roadwork on Lincoln St., adding bike lane buffer and more

The project, which was delayed in 2023 due to supply chain issues and poor weather, is slated to be completed later this year.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Bellingham hosts Sen. Cantwell breakfast fundraiser

She’ll be joined by several business leaders and elected officials including Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Sixth arrested in Whatcom County drug trafficking case

Investigators are still looking for two more co-conspirators, who will not be identified until they’re taken into custody.

Business
2 years ago
Boeing’s CEO and other leaders out amid turbulence at company

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen, who represents Washington’s second congressional district, called on Boeing to earn back the trust of its customers following Monday’s announcement.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 3/25/24

Big news on the coaching front for two rival Washington schools.

Crime
2 years ago
WSDOT to begin pilot program testing anti-graffiti drones

WSDOT will oversee the pilot program and test its ability to identify the individuals who damage property with graffiti.

Crime
2 years ago
BRIEF: Mount Vernon fire station burns following port-a-potty blaze

The port-a-potty it was allegedly set in was on site during construction repairs from a frozen pipe that burst.