Italian auto supplier to open first U.S. facility in Auburn, creating 130 jobs
An Italian company that makes synthetic leathers for the auto industry will open its first U.S. facility in Auburn.
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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Montgomery City Council approves Floyd Campus Master Plan
The Montgomery City Council has unanimously approved the Greater Floyd Campus Master Plan, which promises to revitalize part of the city.
U.S. gas prices fall below $4 for first time since March; prices drop in Alabama
U.S. gas prices have fallen below $4 a gallon on average, but are still higher than a year ago.
U.S. and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open Strait of Hormuz
The agreement calls for a permanent end to hostilities between the U.S. and Iran and starts a 60-day negotiating clock to reach a final deal on the future of Iran's nuclear program, though President Trump has left the door open to resume attacks.
Judge denies Jackson Hospital’s request for a preliminary injunction
The ruling means that the federal courts will not enforce Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama to pay the same rates to the hospital that Baptist Medical Center South is currently getting.Â
Toys “R” Us makes return to Alabama
Tanger Outlets in Foley announced on social media Tuesday that the location is now open in the shopping destination.Â
Downtown Montgomery restaurant forced to close due to health concerns
Action 8 News has confirmed that a well-known downtown Montgomery restaurant has been forced to close due to health concerns.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Lawsuit filed challenging Tommy Tuberville’s Alabama residency
A lawsuit has been filed challenging the Alabama residency of Tommy Tuberville, the Republican nominee for governor.
Montgomery City Council to crack down on unsanctioned parties at rental properties
The Montgomery City Council is addressing the problem of unsanctioned parties at short-term rental properties.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing Elmore County teen found safe
Sheriff Bill Franklin tells Action 8 News that 13-year-old Liam Hathcock was found safe about a mile from his home.
