Alabama State University Celebrates its 114th Founders’ Day
Alabama State University is celebrating its 114th Founders' Day this week, with activities honoring the hope and heritage of the Marion Nine.
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.
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Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman Found Dead in Apartment
Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman has died.
Jim Folsom Jr. May Run for Lieutenant Governor
A well-known name in Alabama politics may be considering another run for state office. A political website says Jim Folsom Jr. has filed preliminary paperwork to seek the office for lieutenant governor in June. However, Alabama News Network has learned Folsom has not made a final decision.
Rep. Rogers Blasted for Remarks to Realtors Group
An Alabama gay and lesbian advocacy organization and the state association of realtors are blasting an Alabama congressman for making statements they consider inappropriate and offensive.
Alabama News Network Welcomes New Weekend Meteorologist
Alabama News Network welcomes our new weekend meteorologist Mike Doyle from Philadelphia.
Montgomery Native Talks about His Academy Award Nominated Film
A Montgomery native talked about his Academy Award nominated film at the Capri Theatre Saturday night.
Sen. Trip Pittman Pushes Drug Testing Legislators
With a first name like "Trip," an Alabama senator was bound to prompt jokes by pushing a bill mandating drug testing for legislators.
Kathy Peterson Runs for the Alabama Public Service Commission
Retired businesswoman Kathy Peterson is making another race for the Alabama Public Service Commission.
Montgomery Celebrates Chinese New Year
Hundreds of people are ringing in Chinese New Year here in Montgomery.
Alabama St. Pulls Away From Prairie View 76-60
DeMarcus Robinson and Jamel Waters scored 16 points apiece and Alabama State closed with a 14-2 run to beat Prairie View A&M 76-60 Saturday night.
