Poarch Creeks give $750,000 to Hubbard AG Campaign
The Poarch Creek Band of Indians has made a major contribution to state Rep. Joe Hubbard's campaign for Alabama attorney general.
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.
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Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service Held at Capitol
Almost 40 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty in the U.S. this year. More than 20,000 names are written on the national memorial in Washington, D.C., which tracks the names of officers killed since the late 1800s.
Southern Group Backing Alabama Gay Marriage Ban
A Southern heritage group is defending Alabama's ban on same-sex marriage.
FEMA Authorizes More Storm Assistance Funding
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley says the state has been approved for more federal disaster assistance to help five counties recover from severe storms in late April.
House Speaker Hubbard Seeks Probe of Harassing Calls
House Speaker Mike Hubbard says he's filed a complaint with the U.S. attorney's office, the FBI and the Lee County district attorney over harassing phone calls being used to try to hurt his re-election campaign.
Seat Belt Rejection – Alabamians Not Buckling Up
Just about every week, we bring you news of horrific car accidents in our area where occupants are killed. Most of the victims involved in these car wrecks have one thing in common, they weren't wearing a seat belt.
Arrest Made in Lowndes County Fatal Stabbing
Lowdnes county deputies have arrested Randall Downs for the stabbing death of Gerado Biera.
Where Are The Burglaries In Montgomery County?
CBS 8 and ABC Montgomery are taking action against crime -- as the weather heats up, Montgomery County deputies say more burglars could be trying to break into your home or business.
Auburn’s Robinson goes second overall to Rams in NFL Draft
The St. Louis Rams addressed need with the second overall pick of the NFL draft, taking Auburn offensive tackle Greg Robinson.
Taste of The South: DJ’s Seafood
We continue our Taste of the South journey again this week in search of some of the best tasting seafood around.
