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.

Government
7 months ago
New bill in Olympia looks to tighten pretrial release eligibility

The House Committee on Community Safety is expected to vote on whether to move forward with the bill on Thursday, Feb. 20.

Local Sports
7 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/17/25

The WWU women earned a decisive win on Mark Scholten Night.

Local
7 months ago
Bellingham City Council approves 66-acre land purchase on Samish Crest near Lake Padden

The new property will connect city-owned spaces to advance its goal of building a north-south trail connection between Whatcom Falls Park and Lake Padden Park.

Government
7 months ago
U.S. Representative Rick Larsen to hold virtual town hall on Feb. 15

Visit the link on Larsen’s website to watch the meeting live, or call (855) 962-0954 to listen in.

Crime
7 months ago
Police arrest Bellingham teen accused of fleeing in stolen car in Mount Vernon

The Bellingham teen was booked into Skagit County Juvenile Detention, and the stolen car was found in Mount Vernon.

Local Sports
7 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/14/25

The Vikings women host Alaska Fairbanks tomorrow for Mark Scholten Night at Carver Gym.

Government
7 months ago
Threat of looming trade war with Canada could have negative impacts across Whatcom County

President Trump’s announcement of a potential 25% tax on all imported Canadian goods could directly impact Whatcom County businesses.

Crime
7 months ago
Man sentenced for transporting noncitizens across border in Blaine

Homeland Security and Border Protection found that the smuggling group charged thousands of dollars to transport noncitizens across the northern border.

Local Sports
7 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/13/25

The Squalicum boys are playing Anacortes in district tournament action tonight on KPUG.

Traffic
7 months ago
James Street Bridge closes for permanent replacement construction

The new James Street Bridge is expected to be open by early summer.

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