Ajay Uppaluri
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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.
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Weekend shootings in Jacksonville leave one dead, two injured
Read full article: Weekend shootings in Jacksonville leave one dead, two injuredOn Sunday morning at 5:13 a.m., JSO responded to a shooting at 600 Cesery Blvd. and found a male victim in his early 20s suffering a gunshot wound to the calf. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Mayor Donna Deegan highlights health care savings, new Riverfront Plaza, and political civility
Read full article: Mayor Donna Deegan highlights health care savings, new Riverfront Plaza, and political civilityMayor Donna Deegan emphasized the success of Jacksonville’s telemedicine program, Health Link Jax, which connects uninsured residents to doctors and reduces costly emergency room visits.
Political analyst discusses Epstein files release, government shutdown, and redistricting battles
Read full article: Political analyst discusses Epstein files release, government shutdown, and redistricting battlesPolitical analyst Rick Mullaney discussed President Trump’s recent decision to sign a bill releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, describing it as a strategic move.
Man shot in leg on Johnson Avenue, JSO investigating
Read full article: Man shot in leg on Johnson Avenue, JSO investigatingJacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred Friday evening on Johnson Avenue. At approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to reports of an adult male who had been shot.
Local government law attorney discusses Florida’s housing affordability and property tax debate
Read full article: Local government law attorney discusses Florida’s housing affordability and property tax debateA recent poll from the University of North Florida shows housing costs and property taxes are among the biggest worries for Floridians heading into 2026. “Affordability, affordability, affordability. That is the dominant theme of this poll,” said government law attorney Chris Hand.
Attorney explains shutdown’s toll on health insurance, SNAP, federal workers
Read full article: Attorney explains shutdown’s toll on health insurance, SNAP, federal workersAs the federal government shutdown approaches the one-month mark, the effects are already being felt by everyday Americans, says government law attorney Chris Hand during our weekly segment, Hand on Government on This Week In Jacksonville.
2 men shot within hours of each other in separate domestic disputes, both in stable condition: JSO
Read full article: 2 men shot within hours of each other in separate domestic disputes, both in stable condition: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to two separate domestic disputes that left two men shot between Friday evening and early Saturday morning.
Attorney talks Florida-Georgia game’s legacy, economic boost for Jacksonville
Read full article: Attorney talks Florida-Georgia game’s legacy, economic boost for JacksonvilleThe Florida-Georgia college football rivalry, a Jacksonville tradition since 1933, will temporarily move away from the city due to stadium renovations, with games scheduled in Atlanta and Tampa for the next two years.
Child riding electric scooter seriously hurt after colliding with school bus in Clay County
Read full article: Child riding electric scooter seriously hurt after colliding with school bus in Clay CountyA child was struck by a school bus this morning in Clay County, authorities confirmed. Clay County Fire Rescue said, “We can confirm a child was hit by a vehicle this morning. It happened at 4870 CREEK BLUFF LN just before 8:00 AM.”
Police ask for witnesses to come forward after 2 men shot early Sunday morning outside Jacksonville bar
Read full article: Police ask for witnesses to come forward after 2 men shot early Sunday morning outside Jacksonville barTwo men were wounded early Sunday morning in a shooting outside Tipsy Bar & Grill on Edgewood Avenue South, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Mayor Donna Deegan on London visit, innovation, and international partnerships
Read full article: Mayor Donna Deegan on London visit, innovation, and international partnershipsJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan described her recent trip to London as a focused effort to strengthen business relationships and attract investment to Northeast Florida.
Fernandina Beach High School student arrested after police said he had a gun on school grounds
Read full article: Fernandina Beach High School student arrested after police said he had a gun on school groundsA Fernandina Beach High School student was arrested Thursday night after police received a tip about him having a gun on campus.