No. 20 Auburn escapes in overtime against Bethune-Cookman in Steven Pearl’s coaching debut
In Steven Pearl's head coaching debut, the 20th ranked Tigers hang on to defeat Bethune-Cookman 95-90 in overtime.
Jamey Tucker
Consumer Technology Reporter Jamey Tucker started providing his daily “What the Tech” stories to Action 8 News in 2019. He can be seen on Action 8 News Rising as well as Action 8 News at 5:00 and 5:30PM.
Jamey previously worked as a reporter for WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee. He was also an anchor and reporter for WREG in Memphis, Tennessee, and WHNT in Huntsville.
Jamey has been honored by the Associated Press in Alabama as Best Reporter and Best Feature reporter for his work as a religion reporter. His love for technology reporting grew while working in Nashville. Jamey now focuses entirely on technology reporting and enjoys finding new apps and gadgets to make life easier, safer and a little more fun.
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Labaron Philon scores 22 as No. 15 Alabama beats North Dakota 91-62 in season opener
In their season opener, the 15th-ranked Tide defeated North Dakota 91-62. Labaron Philon Jr. had a big night for Alabama, recording 22 points and eight assists.
Troy promotes Kyle George to Athletic Director
After being named the Interim AD following the departure of Brent Jones, Kyle George has officially been promoted to the role of Athletic Director.
Troy Football gives back to the local community with the help of the Lids Foundation & Shoes That Fits
Several Troy Football Players were joined by Head Coach Gerad Parker and Athletic Director Kyle George to give back to children in the Troy Community. With the help of the Lids Foundation and Shoes That Fit Organization, the Trojans were able to give away a pair of shoes and a hat to each child at Troy Elementary School.
Montgomery County sheriff substation coming to East Montgomery
The ribbon cutting and open house is set for Thursday, November 13 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Two injured in Montgomery shooting
It happened around 3:15 p.m. Monday in the 2200 block of Eastern Boulevard.
Auburn interim coach DJ Durkin, Athletic Director John Cohen address future of football program
One day after Auburn fired head football coach Hugh Freeze, interim coach DJ Durkin and Athletic Director John Cohen are speaking to reporters about what's next for the Tigers.
Kidney education conference coming to Montgomery this weekend
The conference will take place Sunday, November 9 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the RSA Activity Center on Dexter Avenue.
Braves hire Walt Weiss as next manager to replace Brian Snitker
Weiss has been the Braves’ bench coach since 2018 and was on Snitker’s staff when they won the World Series in 2021.
Pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a hit-and-run driver has struck and killed a pedestrian.
