Montgomery Public Schools: “Raffle Scam” Warning
Officials with Montgomery Public Schools have asked us to warn you of an unauthorized raffle that they're calling a scam. A spokesperson says people claiming to represent…
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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Warmer, then Colder, then Wetter
FOR TONIGHT: Expect another cold night with mainly clear conditions. The winds will begin to lessen after sunset and that will allow temperatures to head towards the upper 20s and lower 30s by tomorrow morning. THURSDAY/FRIDAY: Gorgeous weather these two…
First Travel-Related Case of Zika Virus Confirmed in Alabama
[gtxvideo vid="wDMIUgU2" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wDMIUgU2-120.jpg?cachebust=1455208281703" vtitle="Zika Virus"] The Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting the first confirmed travel-related case of Zika virus in an Alabama resident. The person is a resident of Morgan County, which is in the Decatur…
Trump, Sanders Win New Hampshire Primary; Kasich in Second in GOP
The New Hampshire primary winners are Donald Trump on the Republican side and Bernie Sanders in the Democratic race. Each took the top spot after second-place finishes in the Iowa caucuses. Trump's first victory of the 2016 White House race…
2nd Annual Missing Persons Seminar Looks to Bring Closure for Families
[gtxvideo vid="jdJyaUo7" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jdJyaUo7-120.jpg?cachebust=1455063931599" vtitle="Missing Person's Seminar"] When a family member goes missing it can be a feeling of helplessness no one ever wants to go through. More than 150 law enforcement officials from around the state gathered in…
Golden Apple: Everlena Jones-Walker
It's Monday and time to award another deserving teacher with our Golden Apple Award. This week's winner comes from Brewbaker Intermediate School in the Montgomery Public School System. Our own Ryan Stinnett has more with this week's Golden Apple Award.…
Missing Child Alert: 16-Year-Old Brooke Bridges
A missing child alert has been issued in the search for a missing 16-year-old girl. The Brewton Police Department is asking for help in finding Brooke Lee Bridges. She was last seen wearing a t-shirt and black sweat pants at…
Greenville Burger King Damaged in Fire
The Burger King in Greenville was damaged in an overnight fire. Greenville Fire Chief Chad Phillips confirms to Alabama News Network that firefighters got a call shortly after midnight. Fire crews found fire in the ceiling tiles. He says it…
CrimeStoppers: Prattville Papa John’s Robbed
CrimeStoppers is helping Prattville police look for a suspect in the robbery of a pizza restaurant. On Saturday, February 6, at approximately 7:55 p.m., the Papa John's was robbed on South Memorial Drive in Prattville . Police say witnesses told…
North Alabama Gets Snow
In North Alabama, schools altered schedules and roads quickly turned to slush as that part of the state received a dusting of snow from a winter weather system. Several school systems delayed opening or closed early Tuesday because of the…
