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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Jacksonville’s budget includes a ‘surprising’ $105,000 allocation to St. Johns County. Why?
Read full article: Jacksonville’s budget includes a ‘surprising’ $105,000 allocation to St. Johns County. Why?The City of Jacksonville’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year has drawn attention from many, including government law attorney Chris Hand, who shared his insights on surprising elements in the $2 billion spending plan.
HabiJax announces name change to reflect expanded service area
Read full article: HabiJax announces name change to reflect expanded service areaHabitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, previously known as HabiJax, has changed its name to First Coast Habitat for Humanity, effective July 21, 2025. The new name reflects the organization’s expanded service area, which now includes Duval, Nassau, and Baker counties.
Woman dies after car catches fire in early morning crash in Putnam County: FHP
Read full article: Woman dies after car catches fire in early morning crash in Putnam County: FHPA crash early Monday morning on Huntington Shortcut Road in Crescent City claimed the life of a 24-year-old woman from Welaka, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
36-year-old man dies after missing curve, hitting tree in Columbia County crash: FHP
Read full article: 36-year-old man dies after missing curve, hitting tree in Columbia County crash: FHPA 36-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 4:10 a.m. July 20, near the intersection of NE Range Road and NE Williams Street.
Woman driving wrong way on Hart Expressway dies in head-on crash: JSO
Read full article: Woman driving wrong way on Hart Expressway dies in head-on crash: JSOA fatal crash occurred early Sunday morning on the Hart Expressway in Jacksonville, according to JSO. At approximately 1:38 a.m., a vehicle traveling westbound in the inside lane was struck head-on by a wrong-way driver going eastbound.
Detainees sue Trump administration over conditions at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
Read full article: Detainees sue Trump administration over conditions at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’Detainees held at Florida’s controversial immigration detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz” are suing the Trump administration, alleging inhumane conditions and unlawful confinement.
Employee at local youth development and support organization arrested on felony child abuse material charges
Read full article: Employee at local youth development and support organization arrested on felony child abuse material chargesA Jacksonville-based comprehensive youth development and support organization is addressing the arrest of a now former employee, who faces multiple felony charges related to possession of child sexual abuse material.
Jacksonville councilman talks Emerald Trail funding loss, Duval schools HQ debate
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman talks Emerald Trail funding loss, Duval schools HQ debateJacksonville City Councilmember Matt Carlucci said he was “upset” when he learned a federal funding request for the Emerald Trail was removed from Trump’s budget bill. But he remains optimistic about the project’s future.
Sheriff T.K. Waters endorses JSO Commander Deborah Wesley for city council at-large seat
Read full article: Sheriff T.K. Waters endorses JSO Commander Deborah Wesley for city council at-large seatA Republican and 34-year veteran of the JSO, Wesley is seeking to replace outgoing Council Member Terrance Freeman, who is term-limited. According to a press release, a Jacksonville native, Wesley began her law enforcement career in 1991.