Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed named president of African American Mayors Association
The Mayor's Office tells Action 8 News that Reed will be sworn into office on Friday.Â
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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Huge turnout at this year’s River Region Disability Expo
The free event aims to connect individuals and families of all ages looking for disability resources with 84 providers across the city.
Alabama lawmakers advance expansion of ‘Don’t Say Gay’ and ban Pride flags at schools
The state House of Representatives voted 74-25 for the bill on Tuesday.
Alabama lawmakers advance bill to ensure Biden is on the state’s ballot
The legislation approved Tuesday mirrors accommodations made four years ago for then-President Donald Trump.
Alabama lawmakers OK bill blocking state incentives to companies that voluntarily recognize unions
The bill now returns to the Alabama Senate where senators will decide whether to go along with House changes to the bill.
“Driving Out Hunger” golf tournament hits the links Thursday
The tournament gets underway on April 25 at Lagoon Park.
Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars.
Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature
The Senate has passed legislation that would force TikTok's China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban.
Alabama signs Ohio State Transfer Diana Collins
Alabama Women's Basketball signs Ohio State transfer Diana Collins.
New federal rule would bar ‘noncompete’ agreements for most employees
According to the FTC, 30 million people — roughly one in five workers — are now subject to such restrictions.
