Ajay Uppaluri
Content Gatherer
Ajay Uppaluri graduated from George Washington University and worked in political consulting in Washington, D.C., before joining the News4JAX team as a Content Gatherer.
Ajay Uppaluri graduated from George Washington University and worked in political consulting in Washington, D.C., before joining the News4JAX team as a Content Gatherer.
Byron Donalds, Florida Representative and GOP candidate for governor endorsed by President Donald Trump, recently discussed key issues shaping the state’s future, including immigration enforcement, property taxes, and vaccination policies.
Jacksonville attorney and Republican candidate for governor Paul Renner pointed to a simple but critical problem: costs have risen faster than wages while discussing affordability.
With about 6.5 million seniors in Florida—equivalent to the population of nearly 20 states—the Department of Elder Affairs faces the challenge of serving a large and growing senior population.
Jacksonville city councilmembers are exploring the possibility of establishing a permanent oversight committee to enhance transparency and improve management of city funds, potentially replacing the current Duval DOGE committee.
Jay Collins, Florida’s lieutenant governor and gubernatorial candidate, recently discussed his top policy priorities and views on key issues in an interview on This Week in Jacksonville. Collins emphasized three main priorities: “economy, education, and safety and security in the community.”
As Florida’s legislative session begins, Clay County leaders Ted Yoho and Sam Garrison shared their perspectives on the proposed property tax repeal and other key issues facing the region.
As we welcome 2026, if you’re considering heading out to see fireworks, here’s a list of local shows Wednesday night to ring in the New Year
As 2026 approaches, affordability remains a dominant concern for Americans, with health insurance costs poised to rise sharply, especially in Florida. Government law attorney Chris Hand explained on This Week in Jacksonville that the end of COVID-era subsidies for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) could have severe consequences.
Jacksonville City Councilmembers held a public meeting to discuss a resolution recommending that any future pre-trial detention facility replacing or supplementing the John E. Goode Pre-Trial Detention Center not be located in neighborhoods marked “Hazardous” (Grade “D”) on the 1937–1940 Home Owners’ Loan Corporation Residential Security Maps.
U.S. congressman and candidate for Florida governor, Byron Donalds, says his mission is to keep Florida the best state in America while preparing it for future growth.
The Main Street Bridge is more than just a way to cross the St. Johns River — it stands as an iconic symbol of Jacksonville’s skyline and identity.