Storms Exiting; Much Cooler Friday
The threat for severe weather has ended across Alabama as the storm system pushes off to the east. For our Friday, the deep, cold core low will move across Alabama and…
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’s Big 5 Mayors Voice Concerns Over Some Bills in the Legislature
On Wednesday night the "Big 5" met with legislators at the Governors Mansion. The big 5 mayors represent Alabama's 5 largest cities,Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, and Montgomery. The Mayors meet periodically…
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Say Man Reported Missing Has Been Found
The Montgomery Police Department says the search for a senior reported missing is over. Police say 73-year-old Harry James McCants was found Thursday afternoon. The department did not release any details on where McCants was found.
Strong to Severe Storms Tonight
STRONG STORMS LATER TODAY: Much of the day will be dry with warm and breezy conditions. Highs today will be in the lower 80s and our winds will be increasing from…
Alabama First Class Pre-K Program Named Highest Quality Pre-K Program in Nation for the 13th Straight Year
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that the National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) ranks Alabama First Class Pre-K as the nation’s highest quality state pre-kindergarten program for the 13th consecutive year. “For a child to reach their fullest potential…
Will a Concealed Carry Permit No Longer Be Required?
Gun rights groups and Alabama sheriffs are taking opposite sides on a proposal that would let people carry concealed handguns in public without a permit. The Senate Judiciary Committee held a public hearing Wednesday on the bill by Republican Sen.…
Morning Pledge: Catoma Elementary School-Ms. Foley’s Class
Today's Morning Pledge, brought to you by ASE Credit Union, is presented by Ms. Foley's Kindergarten class at Catoma Elementary School.Â
Face 2 Face: Eddie Crowell
Senior Political Reporter Tim Lennox sat down for a face to face with Montgomery mayoral candidate, Eddie Crowell. Crowell is a retired Air Force General.
Very Warm Wednesday; Storm Threat Late Thursday
WEDNESDAY: For today, we will see more clouds in the Alabama sky as moisture levels rise ahead of our next storm system taking shape to our west. During the day today,…
Poll: Alabama Voters Split on U.S. Sen. Doug Jones
A new Mason-Dixon poll shows Alabama voters are split in rating the job performance of U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, who is the only Democrat to hold statewide office. The poll shows 45% of those asked approve of the job he's…
