Bill Would Give Alabama Parents $6,900 for Private Schools
A proposed educational voucher plan in Alabama would give parents thousands of dollars annually in public funds to pay for private school or homeschooling expenses for their child.
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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Severe Storm Risk For Thursday
The weather pattern over the River Region is changing, as rain chances return from now through Sunday. There's a marginal to slight risk of severe thunderstorms on Thursday, with about a 2…
AP NFL Mock Draft: Carolina Panthers Projected to Take Alabama’s Bryce Young No. 1
Alabama’s Bryce Young is an overwhelming favorite to go first in the NFL Draft, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Golden Flake Ending Production at Its Birmingham Plant
An iconic food company will soon be ending production in Alabama.
“Evening of Remembrance” Held for Crime Victims and Their Families
The Montgomery County District Attorney's Office has held its "Evening of Remembrance" for homicide victims and their families.
UPDATE: Bond Denied for Five of Six Dadeville Mass Shooting Suspects
WAKA 8 has confirmed that bond has been denied for five of the six suspects charged in the mass shooting in Dadeville.
Rain and Storms Today and Thursday
Our streak of calm days will end today, as strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon and Thursday. #alwx
Pay It Forward: Jim Whitaker of Prattville
American Legion Post 122 serves veterans as a support system and military family to all members. The man behind it all is Jim Whitaker.
Five of Six Suspects in Dadeville Mass Shooting Appear in Court
Five of the six suspects in the April 15 mass shooting in Dadeville have appeared before a judge in Tallapoosa County.
What the Tech? How to Keep Your Computer Lasting Longer
Here are ways to extend the life of your computer.
