Candace McCowan
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Teen who shot Tampa mom in face finds unlikely ally
For 25 years, Ian Manuel has been sitting behind bars. Locked up at age 13, he was sent to an adult prison where he spent much of his time in solitary confinement. All after he shot a mother in the... → Read More
Actors strive to portray real cops on NBC drama ‘Chicago PD’
For the cast of Chicago PD, they work to give you a glimpse of not the good cops or the bad cops, but of real Chicago cops. “When you watch the show it's not like they can say ‘Hey that’s farfetche... → Read More
Behind the scenes of new NBC drama ‘Chicago Med’
There is something about Chicago that keeps the executives of NBC coming back for more. After the success of Chicago Fire and Chicago PD, they’re now opening the doors of a new drama, Chicago Med,... → Read More
Republican presidential Candidates respond to Paris terror attacks at Sunshine Summit
Day Two of the Republican Party of Florida’s Sunshine Summit carried a much different tone than the race did Friday when the party’s front-running presidential candidates took the stage. After the ... → Read More
Republican presidential candidates talk immigration in Orlando
Florida’s first Sunshine Summit drew all the big-name Republican candidates and large crowds as the first presidential primaries draw near. The day started off with speeches from Senator Marco Rubi... → Read More
St. Pete native feels challenged by role on Chicago Fire
Good news for you Chicago Fire fans, the show has been renewed for yet another season. News Channel 8 got a chance to catch up with all of the actors and actresses while getting a sneak peak on se... → Read More
Race for Bradenton Beach mayor tied, vote could be decided by 'flipping a coin'
n the final votes for the mayor of Bradenton Beach were cast and counted Tuesday night Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Mike Bennett tells News Channel 8 there was a tie. Both candidates Jac... → Read More
Florida democrats focus on presidential and senate primary
Florida Democrats are ramping up for a busy election year ahead this weekend at Florida’s Future, the Florida Democratic Party state convention. More than 200 people showed up as the party tries to... → Read More
Young cancer survivor fundraiser sparks support, inspiration
A 23-year-old woman fought cancer, and Sunday she's taking off her gloves and putting on her gala gown. → Read More
University of Tampa intruder arrested
Tampa Police have arrested a man they suspect was involved in several burglaries on the University of Tampa campus. Alerts were sent out to students last Thursday, when a man followed a student int... → Read More
Bush makes campaign cuts, including reduction of Miami headquarters
Jeb Bush is the latest to make cuts to his campaign. Friday his campaign confirmed to NBC that they’re cutting 40 percent of payroll and cutting travel cost by 20 percent. → Read More
Former Gov. Charlie Crist announces run for Congress
Former Republican Gov. Charlie Crist is expected to announce he's running for Congress as a Democrat in an attempt to return to politics. → Read More
Hillsborough School board stands by assignment that parent calls “racist”
When Valarie Kennel heard about the “Lifeboat Activity” given to her 11 year-old daughter as an assignment, she was appalled. “It's racist in every form,” said Kennel. Kennel is talking about the... → Read More
Legal strategy when combating viral DUI charge after Polk arrest
Until Monday Whitney Beall wasn’t well known, until police tell us she broadcast her drunk drive on Periscope and they caught her. Now Beall is facing a driving under the influence charge. Beall’s ... → Read More
South Carolina delegates catch criticism for past federal fund vote
As thousand in South Carolina continue battle flood waters there is criticism brewing over legislators asking for federal aid. Republican Presidential candidate Lindsey Graham and other state legis... → Read More
Hillary Clinton rallies Florida voters, touts gun control
Hillary Clinton came to Florida Friday looking to rally not just voters but people to really promote her campaign. She spoke at an event at Broward College in Davie in front of hundreds. → Read More
Hillsborough bus trainer: Accident could've been prevented
On Tuesday, in a unanimous vote, the Hillsborough County School Board voted to purchase 200 new buses, 50 of which would be propane-fueled. It will cost $21 million. → Read More
TomorrowWorld Atlanta Concert goers, not happy
Fans returning to Tampa from Atlanta area electronic music festival TommorowWorld have stories they will never forget. “You’re like in the middle of nowhere, you’re like stranded they had people ... → Read More
Parents wants answers about Hillsborough bus safety after crash
Parents of 31 students who were in a Hillsborough County school bus that crashed into a lake wanted answers Thursday afternoon when they met with Superintendent Jeff Eakins. It’s been one week sinc... → Read More
Florida Legislature considering measure to ban backyard gun ranges
The Florida Legislature started prepping for 2016’s Tallahassee session by taking on gun proposals. One measure would ban Floridians from setting up gun ranges in their backyards. → Read More