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.

Weather
8 months ago
WEATHER: Snow, cold temperatures and windy conditions in the forecast for Bellingham and surrounding areas

The National Weather Service is forecasting between 4″ and 6″ of snow throughout the county from Saturday into Sunday night.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/31/25

HS basketball rivalry week finishes off on KPUG with three high-stakes matchups tonight into tomorrow.

Government
8 months ago
Cities in Washington follow Lynden in debate over fluoride in water

Proponents of fluoride argue it prevents tooth decay and can save on dental bills, while critics call it involuntary medication that could be dangerous.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/30/25

The Bellingham boys host Sehome on KGMI tonight in a grudge match between cross-town rivals.

Local
8 months ago
Lummi Island Ferry will be out of service for two weeks this spring

Public Works will offer pedestrian-only ferry service during the annual dry dock outage.

Local
8 months ago
Port of Bellingham hopes to add flights to Mexico from Bellingham International Airport

Infrastructure improvements to enable the flights to begin this year

Local
8 months ago
Bloodworks Northwest issues Code Red emergency due to critical need for blood donations

There are four donation centers in Whatcom County, three in Bellingham and one in Lynden.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/29/25

The Kraken have parted ways with their veteran goalkeeper.

Crime
8 months ago
Bellingham Police increase DUI patrols in light of recent arrests

The Bellingham Police Department made 40 DUI arrests in January, including one man who led them on a chase through downtown last weekend.

Local
8 months ago
Fentanyl related overdoses rise in Skagit County in first month of 2025

Skagit County EMS is urging the community to call 9-1-1 if they encounter an overdose, administer Naloxone if it’s available and give the victim CPR until first responders arrive.

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