YMCA gives students a real-life lesson in local government
Middle and high school students got a taste of local government as they took on different roles at Montgomery City Hall.
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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Man wanted for rape in Opelika
Opelika police need your help in locating a man wanted for rape.
Two arrested at Elmore Correctional Facility for trespassing
The suspects, Jamie Gardner and Terrance Washington, were arrested and transported to the Elmore County Jail.
ALEA: Suspicious letters delivered to the Alabama State House
ALEA says its special agents have identified a person of interest and are currently investigating the matter.Â
New MPS superintendent releases statement after board approves hiring
Dr. Byrd was formerly the superintendent of Selma City Schools before stepping down in August 2024.Â
16 finalists named for Alabama Teacher of the Year
The Alabama Department of Education has announced 16 finalists for the 2025-2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year, including three from our area.
Child hit by car while walking to school in Millbrook
A 13-year-old boy has been hit by a car while walking to school in Millbrook.
Woman assaulted near Blount Cultural Park in Montgomery
A woman is recovering from an assault which happened late Saturday morning near Blount Cultural Park.
Eugene’s Hot Chicken coming to downtown Montgomery
Officials say the goal is to open the restaurant by the end of 2025.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Survey team confirms two tornadoes hit Wilcox County
A survey team from the National Weather Service has confirmed that two tornadoes hit Wilcox County on Sunday, April 6.
