Jamey Tucker

Consumer Technology Reporter

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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 Churches Altering Worship Plans Amid Virus Outbreak

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Some Alabama churches are canceling services and moving worship online after confirmation of the first case of the new coronavirus in the state. The Episcopal bishop for Alabama has told all the denomination's churches to cancel…

A Very Warm Weather Pattern

FOR TOMORROW: The front to the north, drifts back south, and with it comes the clouds, rain, and perhaps some cooler air for portions of Alabama. However, for us in South Alabama…

Mayor Steven Reed Declares Local State of Emergency

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has declared a local State of Emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement, Michael Briddell, Director of Public Information and External Affairs with the city said, "This step does not represent an escalation of…

NRA Endorses Sessions in Senate Race

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The National Rifle Association is endorsing Jeff Sessions in the U.S. Senate race in Alabama. The NRA-Political Victory Fund announced the endorsement, citing Sessions' known track record in the Senate. Sessions faces former Auburn University football…

U.S. House Passes Coronavirus Aid Package; Heads to Senate

The U.S. House overwhelmingly approved legislation overnight to give direct relief to Americans impacted by the spreading coronavirus. Features of the aid package include free testing and sick pay guarantees for Americans affected. The legislation offers three months of paid…

Six Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed in Alabama

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey declared a state of emergency and closed public schools for two-and-a-half weeks as the state reported its first cases of coronavirus. The Alabama Department of Public Health recommends that people cancel or avoid large public gatherings…