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.

Traffic
1 year ago
Electric Avenue bridge scheduled to close for two weeks in September

The city is still working to find a permanent solution after a routine inspection in June found critical structural issues with the bridge. It’s currently working to secure funding for a multi-year process to design and construct a new bridge. 

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/23/24

The Mariners are back on KPUG tonight in their first game without former manager Scott Servais.

Government
1 year ago
Mayor Lund announces new city plans for Bellingham in 2025

The newly launched planning effort called Downtown Forward aims to bring in new business to downtown and continue to revitalize the area following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Crime
1 year ago
Friday Harbor business served a search warrant for distribution of illegal drugs

The investigation stemmed from a concerned citizen who tipped off the agencies that the store was selling “dangerous illegal drugs.”

Crime
1 year ago
Stanwood man arrested for sexually assaulting a minor in Whatcom County

The suspect is accused of assaulting a girl who was known to him and the victim reported that she was given alcohol prior to the alleged assault.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/22/24

The Scott Servais era is over in Seattle.

Elections
1 year ago
Primary election race for Commissioner of Public Lands subject to mandatory recount

The preliminary count showed Democrat Dave Upthegrove defeating Republican Sue Kuehl Pederson for second place by just 51 votes—less than a hundredth of a percentage-point difference.

Local
1 year ago
Memorial ride for Owen Morton receives overwhelming community support

The event raised about $14,000 in donations, all of which will go towards a stash of gear for Owen’s Locker at local tracks in the region.

Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: Blaine man in custody after attempting to kill a woman

The man faces attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and DUI charges.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/21/24

Former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll has finally broken his silence.

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