Record Heat Levels Continue All Over the State
RECORD HIGHS ALL OVER THE PLACE: All the major recording stations across the state continue to smash heat records this week, from the Tennessee Valley all the way to the Gulf Coast…
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
Price of Freedom: Grover Sutton of Montgomery
Former U.S. Airman Grover Sutton's story is an emotional one. It deals with the reality for many veterans, which includes homelessness and mental illness. But it's also a story of hope…
LEAD Academy Officially Terminates Principal, Hiring Process to Begin Immediately
LEAD Academy's emergency meeting regarding the employment status of former Principal Nicole Ivey lasted less than 5 minutes. She was officially terminated from her position. The Board says the hiring process will begin immediately.
Dallas Officer Sentenced to 10 Years for Fatally Shooting Unarmed Neighbor
A white Dallas police officer has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for fatally shooting her unarmed, black neighbor in his home. The jury sentenced Amber Guyger on Wednesday. Guyger was convicted of murder Tuesday in the September 2018…
Selma City Offices Closed Due to Employee Sickout
Municipal offices in Selma are closed because of an employee sickout. According to reports, doors to City Hall were locked Wednesday because workers didn't report for duty. A statement from Selma Mayor…
Former Brewbaker Tech Coach Ethics Complaint Sent to Montgomery County DA
The Alabama Ethics Commission found probable cause that a MPS basketball coach may have violated state ethics laws. The Commission voted 5-0 Wednesday morning to refer the case involving former Brewbaker Tech basketball coach Chauncey Shines to the Montgomery County…
Former Councilman Ethics Complaint Referred to Montgomery County DA
The Alabama Ethics Commission found probable cause that a former city councilor and current state senator may have violated state ethics laws. The Commission voted 4-0 Wednesday morning to refer the case involving former Montgomery City Councilor and current State…
New Auto Parts Manufacturing Company Coming to Auburn
An auto parts manufacturer says it's building a new plant in Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey announced the news Tuesday. She says South Korean company Shinhwa Group is investing $42 million in a facility and will create 95 jobs in Auburn,…
Gov. Ivey Appoints Woman with History of Voter Fraud to Hale County Elections Board
A woman previously charged with voter fraud has been appointed to a county elections board by Gov. Kay Ivey. According to reports, Ivey appointed 79-year-old Rosie Lyles to the Hale County Board of Registrars on Friday. Lyles was charged with…
Morning Pledge: Redland Elementary School-Ms. Sims’ Class
Today's Morning Pledge, brought to you by ASE Credit Union, is presented by Ms. Sims' 4th grade class at Redland Elementary School.
