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.

Crime
2 months ago
Local investigators seek witnesses to altercation in Ferndale

Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have been in the area during the incident, including motorists traveling on NB I-5.

Education
2 months ago
Washington joins other states in lawsuit against U.S. Dept. of Education funding cuts

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Seattle, asks a judge to reverse the cuts and restore funding. 

Northwest Sports
2 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: More history for Cal in M’s win, Kraken open free agency, Lynden volleyball sweeps national tournament and more

Only two players in MLB history have hit more home runs than Cal Raleigh before the end of June.

Elections
3 months ago
Green Jobs PAC fined thousands of dollars for not disclosing campaign spending in 2024 election

The PAC admitted to multiple violations of state disclosure laws, including filing key reports up to two months late.

Crime
3 months ago
Local couple arrested for allegedly defrauding two residents out of thousands of dollars

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office deputies began investigating the incidents in April.

Elections
3 months ago
Whatcom County Council seeks feedback on 12 proposed amendments for November general election

Anyone interested in writing a pro or con statement for the amendments must apply by July 14.

Business
3 months ago
Rite Aid stores in Whatcom County to close and reopen under CVS

CVS plans to acquire Rite Aid stores following the company’s bankruptcy announcement.

Outdoors
3 months ago
Injured hiker rescued in dark, rainy conditions in the North Cascades

Hikers are reminded to pack the 10 essentials and be prepared for wintery conditions high up in the Cascades, even in late June.

Education
3 months ago
Bellingham Public Schools proposes levies to address federal budget cuts

The district announced that it’s expecting to run a pair of levies on the upcoming November general election ballot to raise a collective $15 million.

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