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.

Elections
1 week ago
Whatcom County judge confirms invalid voter registration for Ferndale City Council candidate

The candidate is the only one running against incumbent council member Jon Mutchler for Position 7 on Ferndale’s city council. 

Local
2 weeks ago
Bloedel Donovan Park reopens with upgraded playground

It includes over 40 play features, including slides, climbers, swings and 11 elevated features that are ramp accessible to wheelchairs.

Northwest Sports
2 weeks ago
Northwest Sports Headlines: M’s battle Blue Jays in Seattle, Big Dumper snubbed as Gold Glove finalist, WWU basketball opens with Viking Jam and more

George Kirby is on the mound for tonight’s 5:08 first pitch between the M’s and Blue Jays at T-Mobile.

Local
2 weeks ago
Border Patrol agent involved in crash during car chase in north Whatcom County

The agent and the uninvolved third-party driver suffered minor injuries and were transported to PeaceHealth St. Joseph’s Medical Center.

Local
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council to discuss possibility of merging some local fire districts

An outside consultant recommended consolidating Fire Districts 7 and 17, as well as District 18 and the South Whatcom Fire Authority.

Health and Wellness
2 weeks ago
Ongoing government shutdown could impact healthcare of thousands of Washington residents

Open enrollment for 2026 begins on Nov. 1 through the Washington Healthplanfinder.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Two people fined for ‘probates for profit’ scheme in Skagit County

The two collected unjustified commissions on estate homes behind the backs of families of deceased strangers.

Government
2 weeks ago
Lynden City Council approves new sales tax starting January

The city projects the tax will raise up to $400,000 in revenue next year.