New state law to ban e-cigarettes and vapes from non-smoking areas
Beginning October 1, Alabama’s Clean Indoor Air Act will ban electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes and vaping devices, from non-smoking areas.
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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Officer hit by gunfire, suspect killed in Marengo County
An officer has been hit by gunfire while a suspect was killed in a shooting in Marengo County.
AISA to end its administration over private school athletics
The Alabama Independent School Association board of directors has voted to conclude AISA’s interscholastic athletic program at the end of this school year, bringing an end to more than 50 years of athletic administration.
Millbrook names new fire chief
For the first time in more than three decades, the city of Millbrook has a new fire chief.
Montgomery Rotary Club welcomes international military officers to city
Members of the Montgomery Rotary Club are taking time to welcome a special group of military officers.
Gov. Kay Ivey receives Lifetime Champion of Children Award
Gov. Kay Ivey has received the first Lifetime Champion for Children Award during the 2026 Children's Policy Council Conference in Montgomery.
President Trump says U.S. and Iranian officials have met, shortly after warning he may “annihilate” Iran
“It was a very good meeting,” President Trump said.
DABOS Park makes history with first-ever Biscuits & Bulls rodeo
The two-day event will feature fearless riders, powerful bulls and the incredible skill of Ultimate Bull Fighters.
Montgomery Public Schools to hold special education expo
MPS is holding a Special Education Expo on September 25 starting at 9:00 a.m. at Bellinger Hill Auditorium on South Lawrence Street.
Lionel Richie undergoes heart procedure
Music superstar and Tuskegee native Lionel Richie is pausing his tour after undergoing a heart procedure.
