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 Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/11/24

Sonics fans will have to wait just a little longer to get their hopes up for an NBA team returning to Seattle.

Crime
1 year ago
Health department says nursing assistant possessed fentanyl while on the job

The drug was found during a raid following a child’s overdose death.

Crime
1 year ago
Whatcom County sex offender is detained following petition filed by AG Ferguson

The man will be sent to the state’s civil commitment center for sexual predators on McNeil Island until his civil commitment trial in 2025.

Education
1 year ago
Student testing data reveals a steady decline in English scores

The statewide data showed math comprehension rising across almost all grade levels, meanwhile English language arts scores have slightly dropped across nearly every grade level.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/10/24

Both WWU soccer teams wrapped up their opening weekend on a high note.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/9/24

The Seahawks rebounded from a shaky start against the Broncos to win their opening game of the season.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Whatcom County to provide free vaccines to qualifying community members

People are encouraged to pre-register ahead of their visit, but the clinic is also accepting walk-ins.

Local
1 year ago
Firefighters from around the country are being brought in to fight wildfires across western Washington

The NICC says widespread wildfire activity across the country is creating a shortage of fire fighters and resources, which demanded the increased support.

Local
1 year ago
State of Washington sued over allegations of widespread abuse within juvenile detention centers

The majority of the facilities are located in western Washington, with the nearest one being the Indian Ridge Youth Camp near Arlington, though it has since been demolished.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/6/24

The high school football season kicks off at 3 p.m. today with “Friday Night Lights” on KPUG.

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