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
State announces financial aid for Whatcom County residents affected by “bomb cyclone”

Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency on Tuesday over the storm that hit the PNW in November.

Traffic
10 months ago
UPDATE: Bellingham man killed in fatal crash on I-5 near Bellis Fair Mall

At this time, there is no estimate of when both lanes will reopen.

Local Sports
10 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/7/25

The Lynden Christian boys trumped Meridian in a meeting of the county’s top 1A teams.

Health and Wellness
10 months ago
Department of Health closes shellfish harvesting in Drayton Harbor and surrounding areas

The emergency closure was announced due to reports of norovirus-like illnesses from oysters in the area. 

Local
10 months ago
Cleanup of homeless encampment in Bellingham to begin later this month

City officials state that a notice will be given on Jan. 16 with Bellingham Police officers present.

Local Sports
10 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/6/25

The Seahawks will spend a second straight offseason searching for a new offensive coordinator.

Environmental
10 months ago
REPORT: State meets emissions goal for 2020, much progress needed ahead of next deadline

The state is required to bring greenhouse gas emissions 45% below 1990 levels by 2030.

Government
10 months ago
Washington state sues T-Mobile over data breach that impacted millions of residents

AG Ferguson claims T-Mobile failed to address cybersecurity concerns for years and that the data breach was a direct result of their lack of accountability.

Education
10 months ago
Bellingham Technical College receives historic donation to support students, new equipment

According to the college, the latest round of funds will be used to support student scholarships and buy up-to-date equipment for them to use in various programs.

Local Sports
10 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/3/25

High school basketball is back on the radio tonight, with the Sehome boys hosting Anacortes on KPUG.

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