Bob Howell Out at ASU, Communications Center Not Happening
Alabama State University's proposed on campus state-of-the-art center for communications students is no longer happening.
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
Elmore County Boy Battling Rare Illness Gets “Magic Moment” Wish Granted
A 6-year-old Eclectic boy gets a big surprise as his "Magic Moment" is revealed.
New Pet Ordinance Requires Elmore Co. Dog Owners to Contain Pets
A new pet ordinance is in place in Elmore County. Dog owners must keep their pets leashed, fenced or contained in some way. But how will the sheriff's office enforce it? We sat down with county officials to find out.
State Parole Board Denies Release Of Drunk Driver
For 14 years, CBS 8 has followed the tragic story of a 12-year-old killed by a drunk driver in Montgomery County and the impact his death has on his family. Today, the state parole board decides if it is time to let the man who killed the boy out of jail. It's a story you'll only see on Alabama News Network.
Animal Shelter Experiencing Extreme Overcrowding
Andalusia's animal shelter is waiving adoption fees, bringing the fee from $92 to $62 in an effort to help with extreme overcrowding.
Allergy Medicine Sales Spike This Spring
Pharmacies in South Alabama are seeing a spike in allergy medication sales as many allergy sufferers search for products to relieve their symptoms.
Gun Bill Fails in Alabama House Committee
Members of a legislative committee have shot down a bill to let people carry loaded handguns in their cars without a concealed carry permit.
Supreme Court Rules for State in Bingo Cases
The Alabama Supreme Court has again sided with the state's attorney general in attempts to shut down electronic bingo casinos.
Poultry Plant-Layoffs
A poultry processing company has announced plans to lay off more than 500 workers at a facility in southeast Alabama.
Gun Bill Fails in Alabama House Commitee
Members of a legislative committee have shot down a bill to let people carry loaded handguns in their cars without a concealed carry permit.
