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
3 months ago
Funding secured to jumpstart senior housing projects in rural Whatcom County

The 11-unit housing development for seniors was severely damaged by flooding in November 2021 and all of its residents were forced to relocate.

Government
3 months ago
Whatcom County adds more Narcan dispenser in public spaces

The boxes offer free, 24/7 access to the naloxone, also known as Narcan, which can rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

Traffic
3 months ago
UPDATE: Chuckanut Drive fully reopens following 58-day closure

The stretch has been closed since a rockslide on April 22. It was covered by a pile of boulders initially estimated to be 30′ high and 150′ long. 

Crime
3 months ago
One hospitalized, two arrested after stabbing near downtown Bellingham

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A man was sent to the hospital, and two others […]

Northwest Sports
3 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: M’s bats freeze up, Bells stay scorching, a record sale in the NBA and more

Luis Castillo’s quality start wasn’t enough to get the Mariners a win in their rubber match against the Red Sox.

Business
3 months ago
REPORT: Whatcom County wages up, but still lag behind other WA counties

A new study also claims single adults in the state need to make just under $110,000 per year to live comfortably.

Government
3 months ago
State officials criticize Trump administration over Medicaid data sharing with DHS

Experts say the information will help authorities locate migrants but could also make it harder for them to seek green cards, permanent residency or citizenship.

Outdoors
3 months ago
Crabbing season opens this July in Bellingham and the San Juan Islands

WDFW officials announced the opening dates and remind crabbers of state regulations.

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