General Motors Recall
Government documents show that General Motors waited years to recall over 300 thousand Saturn Ions for power steering failures despite thousands of consumer complaints and warranty repair claims.
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.
Articles
Covington Co. Deputy Killed In Car Wreck
Covington County's sheriff is talking to us tonight after one of his deputies was killed in a wreck this morning.
Community Speaks Out After Volunteer Fire Chief DUI Arrest
Community members are speaking out after Pike Road's Volunteer Fire Chief Michael Green was arrested on a DUI charge. It's been about four months since Green was arrested in Tallapoosa County. He's still waiting on a court date.
South Korea Ferry Disaster
Workers are trying to hoist a sunken ferry back upright off the coast of South Korea.. 270 people most of them high school students are still mssing in the disaster and at least 28 people are known dead. Alphonso Van…
Kids With Kidney Disease at Risk Before Birth
Some children with chronic kidney problems may have been put at risk to develop the disease before birth.
8.5 Million People in the U.S. Have Suicidal Thoughts
A new government report finds only about half the 8 and a half million adults in the US who have serious suicidal thoughts are getting professional help.
Mt. Everest Avalanche Kills at Least 12
An avalanche has killed at least 12 Sherpa guides on Mt. Everest.
Foodborne Infections Still Health Concern
The latest food safety report card from the Centers for Disease Control shows foodborne infections are still an important public health problem.
American Idol’s Last Night Results
Last night's American Idol results show was a nail biter for Jess Meuse and her fan base.
Alabama’s Unemployment Rate
Alabama's unemployment rate has increased for the second month in a row.
