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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.

Crime
2 years ago
Ferndale mother sentenced to four years in prison after child’s overdose death

The woman will spend four years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the death of her daughter.

Local
2 years ago
Human remains found near tent of missing hiker in North Cascades National Park

Park officials are working to recover and identify the remains over the next few days.

Crime
2 years ago
Suspect shares what led to shooting in Bellingham road rage incident

The victim underwent surgery, and the extent of his injuries are unknown.

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/26/24

Dan Wilson’s tenure as new manager of the Mariners got off to a strong start over the weekend.

Local
2 years ago
City of Bellingham looks to decrease bike theft with new bike storage lockers

The city says it has seen rising demand for secure bike storage after the 182 bike thefts that were reported in 2023.

Traffic
2 years ago
Electric Avenue bridge scheduled to close for two weeks in September

The city is still working to find a permanent solution after a routine inspection in June found critical structural issues with the bridge. It’s currently working to secure funding for a multi-year process to design and construct a new bridge. 

Local Sports
2 years ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/23/24

The Mariners are back on KPUG tonight in their first game without former manager Scott Servais.

Government
2 years ago
Mayor Lund announces new city plans for Bellingham in 2025

The newly launched planning effort called Downtown Forward aims to bring in new business to downtown and continue to revitalize the area following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Crime
2 years ago
Friday Harbor business served a search warrant for distribution of illegal drugs

The investigation stemmed from a concerned citizen who tipped off the agencies that the store was selling “dangerous illegal drugs.”

Crime
2 years ago
Stanwood man arrested for sexually assaulting a minor in Whatcom County

The suspect is accused of assaulting a girl who was known to him and the victim reported that she was given alcohol prior to the alleged assault.