UPDATE: Potential New Names Released for Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee High Schools
For the first time, potential new names for Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee high schools have been released by the Montgomery County school board.
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.
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What the Tech? Beware of Dangerous QR Codes
The FBI says cyber criminals have begun placing QR codes that lead consumers to malicious websites.
What the Tech? Amazon Prime Membership Cost Is Going Up
Amazon Prime customers will soon have to pay more to save money.
UPDATE: Man Accused of Wearing Wig, High Heels to Rob Montgomery Business Under Arrest
Montgomery police say they've arrested a man suspected of wearing a wig and high heels to rob a business on Chantilly Parkway.
Montgomery Man Dies of Injuries from January Crash
Montgomery police say a man involved in a crash last month has died of his injuries.
Sunny, Mild February Days Ahead
Great weather continues to highlight our forecast the rest of this week with sunny days and a warming trend. Highs today will be in the mid 60s, followed by upper 60s tomorrow and Friday. Nights will be clear and chilly with lows in 30s.
Mayor Johnny Hammock Speaks Out for the First Time after His Arrest
The mayor of Tallassee is speaking out for the first time since his arrest in Baldwin County for alleged domestic violence. Mayor Hammock was released from jail on January 20th.
Auburn’s 19-game winning streak ends vs Arkansas
The top-ranked Tigers fell 80-76 Tuesday at Bud Walton Arena, ending Auburn’s 19-game win streak.
Bill Seeks Higher Fines for Taking Down Confederate Statues in Alabama
A legislative committee has advanced proposals to increase the penalties on cities that take down Confederate monuments in Alabama.
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Alabama Redistricting Leads to Voting Rights Concerns
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to halt efforts to create a second mostly Black congressional district in Alabama has sparked fresh warnings that the court is eroding the Voting Rights Act.
