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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
10 months ago
Skagit County warns community over rise in opioid overdoses

The health department is advising the community to spread the word about the overdose spike and to carry the overdose reversal medication Naloxone.

Environmental
10 months ago
Fish passage barriers to be removed near Interurban Trail in Bellingham

Construction is expected to finish in February 2026 and will close a section of the trail.

Government
10 months ago
Bellingham names new leaders of Public Works Department

After conducting a nationwide search, Lund decided to add the deputy director role to public works to help with the department’s wide range of responsibilities.

Local
10 months ago
Dept. of Natural Resources to host free vessel turn-in event in Whatcom County

The agency says the event will help prevent boats from becoming abandoned and keep pollution out of the water.

Local
10 months ago
PeaceHealth nurses vote to ratify new contract

The contract will take effect on June 1.

Government
10 months ago
New ‘Smokey Bear’ license plate available this fall in Washington state

All the proceeds will support the DNR’s wildfire prevention programs. 

Crime
10 months ago
California man arrested in connection to fraud scheme aimed at Whatcom County resident

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office is reminding the community that law enforcement will never contact you to ask for funds or valuables. 

Northwest Sports
10 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Ski to Sea weekend, Vikings softball fight for their season, state tournament updates and more

Tune in to KGMI this Sunday for live coverage from this year’s Ski to Sea race.

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County unemployment rate continues to drop

The Washington State Employment Security Department reports the county’s jobless rate fell to 3.7% in April.

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