Increasing Rain and Storm Coverage Ahead
Hot temperatures continue for our Thursday, with many locations heading towards the lower and mid 90s this afternoon; add in those humidity levels, we are seeing those heat indices over 100° for…
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.
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Alabama State University Hosts Mayoral Forum
Eight of the twelve candidates running for Mayor of Montgomery were at ASU Wednesday evening for a candidate forum. For some freshmen, this would be their first time participating in the political process.…
Alabama Postpones 50th Anniversary Tour Over Singer’s Health
Southern rock band Alabama says it is postponing the remainder of its 50th anniversary tour as lead singer Randy Owen battles health complications. The band announced Wednesday that the 69-year-old Owen is suffering from migraines and vertigo, and doctors say…
Greenville PD Searching for Purse Thieves
The Greenville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects wanted for questioning in relation to a theft case. According to Capt. Joseph Disney, a purse was stolen from a business in Greenville between June 19…
What the Tech? What Makes the Apple Credit Card Different
Like we need another credit card. Apple's new credit card is different. It's 'virtual' plastic, it appears as a card in your Apple Wallet, though you can order a physical card,…
State Overrules MPS; Food Service Resolved at LEAD Academy
Montgomery Public Schools said no, but the state said yes. The state has overruled a decision made by Montgomery Public School Board members that would deny students at LEAD Academy free and reduced…
Two More People Facing Charges in Fatal July 4th Smith Lake Boat Crash
Two more people face criminal charges in connection with a fatal July 4 boat crash on Smith Lake. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says troopers on Wednesday arrested Nick Bowling Suggs and Jodi Wallace Suggs,…
What the Tech? Get Help with iPhone Passwords
What if you could use a password with 13 characters, letters, numbers, special characters and use a different combination for every online account you have? And what if you could change those passwords…
MPS Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of FCS Kickoff Classic
The Montgomery Police Department would like the make the public aware of upcoming road closures in the downtown area of Montgomery near Cramton Bowl as Montgomery hosts the FCS Kickoff Classic. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling in…
Are You Saving Enough to Retire?
A new survey from Bankrate.com finds 29 percent of working Americans are increasing their retirement savings compared to last year. But half are contributing the same and 16 percent are saving less. A 35-year-old who puts $5,000 in a traditional…
