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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
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.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/22/25

The Lynden boys survived an upset bid by Meridian to keep their undefeated season alive.

Local
2 years ago
WE-Bike program promotes electric bike affordability

The WSDOT program will offer $1,200 and $300 rebates to qualifying residents who buy an e-bike, depending on their household income level.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/21/25

A Mariners legend has been enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Local
2 years ago
Opportunity Council receives $5 million for senior housing in Bellingham

The housing project includes plans for over 120 affordable rental units for low-income families and seniors, with a childcare center that could serve up to 100 kids at a time.

Government
2 years ago
Washington state sues Trump administration over executive order to end birthright citizenship

According to his lawsuit, about 400,000 children born in the U.S. in 2022 could be stripped of citizenship under the order, including about 11,000 in Washington.

Education
2 years ago
Washington state public schools face $1 billion budget gap

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal said that Washington schools are at a “critical juncture” in his annual state of education update on Jan. 16.

Local
2 years ago
Puget Sound Energy rates set to increase in 2025

The Utility and Transportation Commission approved new rate increases for PSE electric and natural gas customers on Jan. 15.