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
2020 Election Day Just a Few Hours Away
As Election Day approaches, Montgomery along with the rest of the United States has seen record numbers in absentee and early voting. Montgomery Mayor Reed has granted all city employees two hours…
City of Tuskegee Swears In New Elected Officials
The City of Tuskegee swore in new elected officials on Monday, Nov. 11. History was made as Mayor Haygood is the first mayor, in twenty years, to be elected for a second term. The…
Chilton County Man Dies in Weekend House Fire
A Chilton County man was killed in a house fire over the weekend. 66-year-old Maplesville resident Charles Douglas Seales died in a house fire Saturday. Chilton County Coroner Aaron Ellison said at the time of the fire, the residence was…
What the Tech? App of the Day: Ten Percent
Boy, 2020. It's been a disaster for anyone already struggling with their mental health. First the pandemic and lockdowns then the protests. Oh, and maybe the most contentious…
Charlie Graddick Resigns as Director of Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles
Charlie Graddick has resigned as director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles. Gov. Kay Ivey has issued this statement: “Charlie Graddick has dedicated his entire life to public service, and he has answered the call numerous times throughout…
Sen. Doug Jones, Tommy Tuberville Fight for U.S. Senate Seat
U.S. Sen. Doug Jones (D-Alabama) will try to perform another Deep South win Tuesday, this time against former college football coach Tommy Tuberville. The race pits the incumbent former U.S. attorney against Tuberville, who has made support for President Donald…
Quiet Weather Week with Moderating Temperatures
TODAY/TOMORROW: Today will be gorgeous with tons of sunshine, but expect highs on either side of 60°. Tonight will be our coldest with widespread 30s, then highs return to the upper 60s…
Man Charged with Murder in Prattville Shooting That Left One Dead, Another Injured
Prattville police say they've charged a man with murder in a shooting that left one person dead and another injured. Police say 23-year-old SirJames Edward Raby of Montgomery is charged with both…
AP Poll: Alabama Remains #2, Auburn Back at #24
The new Associated Press college football poll has been released. It has Alabama remaining at #2 behind Clemson, but not by much. In addition, Auburn has returned to the poll at #24 after the Tigers' dominating win over LSU. Top-ranked…
