Alabama First Lady Speaks to International Students on Women’s Issues
Alabama First Lady Dianne Bentley spent time with international students at Auburn University at Montgomery on Thursday in honor of International Women's Day, which is March 8th.
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
Prostate Surgery Benefits Younger Men
Younger men with prostate cancer benefit more from surgery than just watching it closely according to a new study in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Saturated Fats Do Not Increase Heart Disease Risk
Saturated fat is getting a bad rap according to an editorial in the journal open heart.
Study Says Alzheimer’s Deaths Underreported
A new study suggests Alzheimer's disease may kill as many Americans as heart disease and cancer.
Alabama State Supporters Rally Over Budget
Alabama State University students and supporters have rallied in the rain outside the Statehouse to make sure a big budget cut is restored to their university.
Alabama Senate Committee OKs Gun Bill
A Senate committee has approved a proposal to let people carry loaded pistols in their vehicles without a concealed carry permit.
Merry Christmas Bill Nearing Passage in Alabama
The Alabama Legislature is getting close to enacting a law to allow public schools to educate students about the history of traditional winter celebrations and allow student and staff to exchange seasonal greetings.
Fans in Prattville Cheer on Jess Meuse on American Idol
As Jess Meuse took to the stage Wednesday night, friends and supporters gathered at Blue Iguana Bar and Grill to watch Slapout's hometown girl.
Alabama Senate Committee Approves Gun Bill
A Senate committee has approved a proposal to let people carry loaded pistols in their vehicles without a concealed carry permit.
Pedestrian Hit by Car
State troopers are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a car.
