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.

Northwest Sports
2 weeks ago
Northwest Sports Update: M’s take 2-0 lead in ALCS, Seahawks stay hot on road, Week 6 HS football scores and more

The M’s could secure their first-ever World Series appearance in Seattle this week after today’s 10-3 win over Toronto.

Community Events
2 weeks ago
Lummi Nation celebrates Indigenous People’s Day

The night’s festivities will center around weaving the past, present and future.

Government
2 weeks ago
Skagit County Planning Commission seeks public input on proposed agritourism policies

The planning commission is scheduled to make a decision on the proposed changes on Nov. 18. 

Crime
2 weeks ago
Blaine man sentenced to over 15 years in prison for assaulting former partner

The man will not be allowed to make contact with the woman after he’s released from prison.

Government
2 weeks ago
Dept. of Health receives second round of funding for food assistance program in Washington

The DOH is advising program users that some WIC officers may temporarily close as a result of the shutdown.

Northwest Sports
2 weeks ago
Northwest Sports Update: Kirby leads M’s into decisive Game 5, Seahawks gear up for tough road test, Friday Night Lights at Lynden Christian and more

Get regular updates on the Mariners game during the Zone’s Friday Night Lights broadcast at Lynden Christian from 3-7 pm on KPUG.

Traffic
2 weeks ago
Overnight lane closures set for I-5 in Ferndale through Oct. 17

The work is part of a project to improve a 10-mile stretch of the highway between Blaine and the Nooksack River. 

Weather
2 weeks ago
Cooler temperatures bring snow into North Cascades forecast

The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.

Education
2 weeks ago
Western Washington University sees drop in enrollment

That’s roughly 300 less than last year’s incoming class, marking the third straight fall of declining enrollment following a post-pandemic surge.

Elections
2 weeks ago
State officials voice concerns over harassment of signature gatherers

Conservative political action committee Let’s Go Washington says its group has been the target of harassment, vandalism and theft while gathering signatures for its two new initiatives.