TV Talk Show Legend Larry King Dies at 87
Larry King has died at age 87 after a half-century in broadcasting that included interviews with presidents, movie stars and everyday people. His production company tweeted that he died Saturday at…
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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Alabama COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard for January 22
The Alabama Department of Public Health’s updated vaccine dashboard shows that 223,000 people have received the COVID-19 vaccine in the state so far. For the week ending January 22, more than half received the Moderna vaccine (shown in blue) as…
Wetumpka falls in 5A/6A Wrestling Duals Finals
BIRMINGHAM – Gardendale High School’s wrestling team opened its second straight AHSAA Duals Championship match appearance Friday with pins in the first three matches en route to a 38-19 win over Wetumpka at Bill Harris Arena. Keenan Wyatt won his 152-pound…
Supply Issues Slowing Coronavirus Vaccinations in Alabama
Alabama's state health officer says supply issues have been the biggest hinderance to vaccination efforts in the state so far. Dr. Scott Harris told reporters Friday the state is trying to…
Two Leaders of Violent Gang Organization “Gangsters Disciples” Sentenced to Prison
Two leaders of the national gang the Gangster Disciples were sentenced today for a racketeering conspiracy involving murder. Shauntay Craig, aka Shake, 42, of Birmingham, was sentenced to 40 years in prison. Craig pleaded guilty in August 2019 to racketeering…
Auburn University Cancels 2021 Spring Volleyball Season
 Due to the result of opt-outs and injuries, the Auburn volleyball program will not compete during the spring semester portion of the 2020-21 season. Auburn, which played eight competitions in the fall under first-year head coach Brent Crouch, will fall below…
Alabama School Coronavirus Dashboard for January 22
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released an updated school dashboard of coronavirus cases for January 22. This is the second weekly report of the year. Overall, there are 2,155 COVID-19 cases involving Alabama’s public schools for this week.…
Coffee County Man Killed in Pike County Crash
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Troopers are investigating a two vehicle crash that claimed the life of 42 year old Andrew Baker of Jack. State Troopers say that Baker was driving a the wrong way on Highway 231 south of Brundidge…
Tuskegee Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Having an AK Pistol with Rifle Bullets
On Thursday, January 21, Brian Bernard Burton, 36, of Tuskegee was sentenced to 36 months in prison after pleading guilty to a federal firearms charge, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr. Burton was also ordered to serve three…
BTW Piano Teacher Dies; Fourth MPS Teacher to Die this Week
Montgomery Public Schools has announced the death of Booker T. Washington Magnet High School teacher. The teacher's name is Leslyle Ames. Ames was a piano teacher at the school. "Mrs. Ames was a brilliant and beautiful spirit who was committed…
