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
8 months ago
Puget Sound Energy rates set to increase in 2025

The Utility and Transportation Commission approved new rate increases for PSE electric and natural gas customers on Jan. 15.

Dedicated To Service
8 months ago
Whatcom County firefighters continue working against Southern California fires

South Whatcom Fire Authority says its four firefighters continue to work 24-to-30-hour shifts while fighting the Palisade Fire.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/17/25

The Vikings beat the buzzer last night to take down a nationally ranked team at Carver Gym.

Local
8 months ago
Navy jets cause disturbances near Bellingham International Airport

Six Growler jets were redirected to the airport on Wednesday due to heavy fog on Whidbey Island.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/16/25

A Seattle SuperSonics legend has passed away.

Government
8 months ago
Incoming Attorney General Nick Brown opposes proposed budget cuts

New governor Bob Ferguson announced during his inauguration speech that he plans to cut $35 million from the Attorney General’s Office.

Local
8 months ago
Whatcom County unemployment rates exceed national average

The county’s jobless rate was identical to the state’s and a touch higher than the national rate of 4.2%.

Outdoors
8 months ago
Hunting season for brant geese opens in Whatcom County

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced that the season will open Jan. 18, but Skagit County will remain closed due to low counts in the winter.

Local Sports
8 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/15/25

The Lynden girls are looking to extend their 33-game win streak on KGMI tonight against Sehome.

Government
8 months ago
Bob Ferguson is sworn into office as new Washington governor

In his inaugural speech, Ferguson addressed challenges facing the state such as housing, public safety, the ferry system and the budget shortfall.

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