Montgomery-Based Southern Poverty Law Center Names New President and CEO
The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center has announced that Margaret Huang has been named as the SPLC's new president and chief executive…
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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MPD: Man Dies in Hamilton Road Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a death investigation following the fatal shooting of an adult male that occurred on Sunday, February 2. At about 6 p.m., MPD Patrol and Fire Medics responded to the 4000 block of L.H. Hamilton…
Beauregard Teen Charged with Rape of 10-Year-Old Girl
On July 30, 2019, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into allegations of a sexual assault that occurred against a 10-year-old female in Beauregard. Jeremiah Terrell Wagner, 18, of Beauregard was developed as a suspect. A search warrant…
Here’s What You Need to Know If You Plan to Vote in Next Month’s Montgomery County Primary Elections
The primary elections for Montgomery County will be held on Tuesday, March 3. In order to have the most up-to-date list of registered voters, the Montgomery County Board of Registrars will mail voter information cards to the home address of…
Spring-Like Warmth
TODAY/TOMORROW: A taste of spring highlights the forecast as we start the new work week. Today will feature a mix of sun and clouds with a high in the low to mid…
Man Runs Into Burning House for Girl, Age 2; Both Die
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama fire officials say a man ran into his burning house for his 2-year-old daughter, and both have died. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Sebastian Carrillo says a 10-year-old child is in critical condition. Abuwi Rahmaan…
Gadsden Pet Owners Will No Longer Be Able to Tie Up Animals
GADSDEN, Ala. - An Alabama city is taking steps to outlaw the tethering of animals. The Gadsden City Council recently passed an ordinance to ban tying up animals. The Gadsden Times reports that it won't be enforced until after a…
Contractor Charged after Customer’s Body Found in Landfill
FLEMING ISLAND, Fla. - A Florida contractor is facing murder charges after the body of a disgruntled customer was found in a Georgia landfill. Authorities say the body of 65-year-old Susan Mauldin was found last week in a Folkston, Georgia,…
Alabama City to Swear in New Fire Chief Monday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - The new chief of the Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service will be sworn in Monday at Bill Harris Arena. Al.com reports that Cory D. Moon's new administration will also be taking the oath of office during…
UPDATE: Montgomery House Fire Sends 10 to the Hospital
UPDATE: Capt. Jason Cupps with Montgomery Fire/Rescue tells Alabama News Network that ten people were sent to the hospital from the fire. Nine people were trapped inside of the home…
