Tuskegee University Cuts Jobs in Face of “Budget Challenges”
Tuskegee University is cutting jobs as part of a plan to save money.
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
Timing of First Drink Factor in Binge Drinking
New research shows the timing between a teenager's first drink and first drunk is a risk factor for binge drinking.
Pregnant Women Need More Genetic Counseling
A new study from California researchers suggests pregnant women are not receiving enough genetic counseling.
Type Two Diabetes Diagnoses Leveling Off
The percentage of U.S. adults diagnosed with type one and type two diabetes has leveled off in recent years.
Alabama World Affairs Council Talks About U.S.-Iran Relations
Amid the U.S. air strikes in Syria, the Alabama World Affairs Council had a special guest to talk about some of the issues that are facing the Middle East.
Univ. of Alabama Student Arrested after Alarming Message
The University of Alabama says a 20-year-old student has been arrested on charges related to an "alarming message."
Mtgy. Councilman Says Downtown Amphitheater Not Making Enough Money
The Montgomery Riverwalk Amphitheater was built in the early 2000s and while the outdoor venue has brought in some big name talent, some city councilmen don't believe it's bringing in as much money as it should.
Montgomery Co. Humane Society: “One Of The Worst Animal Hoarding Cases Ever”
The Montgomery Humane Society is investigating what they're calling one of the worst cases of animal hoarding they've ever seen. Deputies teamed up with the Montgomery Police Department, where they spent all day pulling dozens of cats from a midtown home. Now investigators are looking into whether this person has taken care of other people's animals.
Veterans Vent At VA Town Hall Meeting
Across the country, the Department of Veterans Affairs has its share of problems, including the ones in Montgomery and Tuskegee. Veterans are worried about long wait times and being denied care.
Cedric Barnes
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