What the Tech? How to Protect Yourself from Scams When Shopping in Online Marketplaces
With over a billion people buying and selling things on Facebook Marketplace, there are bound to be a lot of scams.
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.
Jamey and his wife have three children and are the proud owners of a hairless cat.
You can follow Jamey and submit story ideas and questions on X at @jameytucker.
Articles
Will Bryce Young Start at QB as No. 1 Alabama Hosts Texas A&M in Grudge Match?
Alabama coach Nick Saban hasn't said if Bryce Young or redshirt freshman Jalen Milroe will be at quarterback for the Crimson Tide on Saturday.
Struggling Auburn Faces First Road Test Against No. 2 Georgia
Auburn coach Bryan Harsin would receive a much-needed boost if Auburn can end a streak of five straight losses in the series with Georgia.
Alabama Seeks New Execution Date for Alan Eugene Miller
Alabama is asking a court to swiftly set a new execution date for Alan Eugene Miller, who had his lethal injection called off last month after multiple failed attempts to connect an intravenous line to his veins.
What’s Happening: October 7-9
There is a lot happening in the River Region this weekend. Savanna Sabb has more.
Very Warm Friday, Cooler Weekend, Rain Finally Returns to Forecast
Tons of sunshine again today and it will be our warmest day of the week with upper 80s in the forecast this afternoon. However, a couple of cold fronts will pass through the state the next 24 hours, but with little moisture to work with, there will be some clouds, but no rain.
Montgomery Officials Reveal “Downtown Plan”
In August of 2021, work began on a new vision and action plan for downtown Montgomery.
Longtime WVAS radio host killed in Macon County accident
Marshall was a graduate of Tuskegee University and an Army veteran. He began his radio career in 1974.
Alabama National Fair Begins Friday
The Alabama National Fair will open Friday at 4pm. There are a few new vendors and rides this year at the fair. A new asphalt surface has also been added to the entire…
Montgomery Chamber releases downtown draft plan
Residents are encouraged to look at the plan and submit their feedback to the Chamber by October 31.
