Body of Missing Swimmer Recovered in North Alabama
Authorities say they've recovered the body of a swimmer who went missing after jumping from a rock overlooking Bates Landing at the Bear Creek Reservoir.
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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Articles
Phenix City Police Probe Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash
Police in the eastern Alabama town of Phenix City are searching for suspects after a 25-year-old Phenix City man was struck and killed by a car.
50 in Mobile for Distinguished Young Woman
Fifty participants in the Distinguished Young Women program are in Mobile for two weeks of activities leading up to the final night on June 28.
Ala Judge to Consider Bond in Sex Offender Slaying
A judge will consider lowering the bond for an Alabama man charged with killing a sex offender who sexually abused his daughter.
Alabama Listed As One of Ten Most Corrupt States
Fortune Magazine has released a list of the ten most politically corrupt states and Alabama is on that list.
Dempsey, Brooks Give US 2-1 Win Over Ghana
Clint Dempsey scored one of fastest goals in World Cup history and John Brooks scored the game winner on a header in the 86th minute of a 2-1 U.S. victory over Ghana.
ASU Sued for Racial Discrimination
An Alabama State University professor has filed a lawsuit against ASU for racial discrimination. John Garland says he was targeted by the historically black university because he's white.
Two Millbrook Women Arrested on Prostitution Charges
Two women who work at a Millbrook massage parlor have been arrested on charges of prostitution.
Prattville Brings Creekwalk Concert Series To Downtown
The city of Prattville is bringing more nightlife to its downtown. We were the first station to bring you the announcement as city leaders hope the concerts not only bring people to downtown, but also business.
Opp’s Little Harlem Club Could Be Shutdown Permanently
The Little Harlem Club in Opp could be shutdown permanently after a shooting last week inside the building left one man dead and several other injured.
