Rinse and Repeat Daily Weather Forecast
A very muggy air mass remains in place and will continue to fuel showers and storms across the state today and tomorrow, especially during the afternoon and evening hours, when daytime heating…
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
Doctor: Alabama’s Lagging Vaccination Rates a Concern
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An infectious disease expert says the low vaccination rate in Alabama is concerning and he is watching to see how many cases rise after the Memorial Day holiday. According to numbers from the Centers for Disease…
Alabama falls short in World Series with second loss to Florida State
OKLAHOMA CITY – Alabama softball’s season came to an end Monday night at the Women’s College World Series, falling to Florida State, 8-5, in the semifinal round. Alabama (53-9) fell behind early on a three-run home run from Florida State…
Kidnapping Report in Georgia Ends With 5 Arrested in Alabama
BUCHANAN, Ga. (AP) — An investigation that began with a report of a kidnapping in Georgia resulted in the arrests in Alabama of five people suspected of human smuggling. The Haralson County Sheriff’s Office says a woman paid to have…
HGTV’s “Hometown Takeover” Makes An Impact On Wetumpka Community
The City of Wetumpka has come to life during HGTV's "Hometown Takeover" television series. The series featuring Wetumpka may be over, but residents of the community say this isn't the end. The renovations…
Alabama State creates Hall of Fame
The Alabama State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announces the establishment of an Athletics Hall of Fame. The purpose of the Hall of Fame is to recognize and pay tribute to former student-athletes and coaches who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments during…
Montgomery Man Wanted for Questioning in Woman’s Homicide
The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office is searching for Samuel Terrell Williams. He is wanted for questioning only in the homicide of Mattaniah Dotson.
ALEA Announces Death of K-9 Indy after 10 Years of Service
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has announced the death of one of its canine officers.
Alabama Extends Nick Saban’s Contract Through 2028 Season
University of Alabama Director of Athletics Greg Byrne announced Monday that head football coach Nick Saban and the University have agreed to a contract extension. The new agreement will extend his current contract by three seasons to eight years and keep him in charge of the Crimson Tide football program through at least February 28, 2029.
MPS Summer Learning Program Begins at Chisholm Elementary
Monday, June 7, was the first day of MPS’s summer learning program, Launch into Learning. Students began arriving with their parents just before 7:30 AM to the Chisholm school campus.
