Heat Levels Rising…Early Tropical Mischief???
REST OF WEEK: Today through Friday, expect more sun than clouds on a daily basis, afternoon temps will be flirting with 90° each day, with upper 80s through Friday. Rain chances are…
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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COVID-19 Kills 23 Patients at Alexander City Veterans Nursing Home
ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. (AP)- 23 patients have died at an Alabama veterans nursing home because of the coronavirus. The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs said Tuesday that 23 deaths from the virus occurred at the Bill Nichols State Veterans Home…
The ADOC Reports Three Correctional Facility Employees Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) has been informed about three cases of COVID-19 via self-reporting among staff members of correctional facilities. Employees from Ventress Correctional Facility (Ventress) in Clayton, Easterling Correctional Facility (Easterling) in Clio, and Montgomery Women’s Community…
Elmore County Superintendent Speaks Out After Misuse of Funds Claims.
To view the full audit click here. According to an audit report on the Elmore County Board of Education, $1.65 Million was unaccounted. The audit was for October 1, 2018 through September…
What the Tech? Graduation Gift Ideas for Isolated Students
No doubt this year's high school and college seniors are getting a raw deal. They're missing graduation ceremonies, assemblies and parties. So maybe it's a good idea to reward their hard work…
Alabama State Representative Resigning to Join Trump Administration
A member of the Alabama House of Representatives says she is resigning to join the Trump administration. Rep. April Weaver announced her resignation in a statement Tuesday. Weaver says she is quitting to accept a position with President Donald Trump's…
Hyundai Donation and Support Provide Expanded COVID-19 Testing in West Montgomery and Lowndes County
New drive-thru sites begin testing for COVID-19 this week in west Montgomery and Hayneville. The expanded testing is the result of a partnership between the City of Montgomery, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, Hyundai Hope on Wheels, Health Services, Incorporated (HSI),…
Former NBA Champion Mo Williams Named New ASU Head Basketball Coach
Alabama State Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Jennier Lynne Williams announced Maurice "Mo" Williams as the next head coach of the Alabama State men's basketball program on Tuesday, May 12. "We are excited about the direction of our men's basketball program…
Missing Person’s Alert Issued for 16-Year-Old Female Last Seen in Montgomery
A missing person's alert has been issued in the disappearance of 16-year-old Madyson Jones. The Montgomery Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating the teen. Jones was last…
Pike Road Schools Announces Its Graduation Plans
Pike Road Schools has announced its plans for graduation. Pike Road High School will hold its first graduation on Saturday, June 6, at 9:00 am in the PRHS Stadium. Each graduate…
