Victor Jacobo, Reporter
Victor Jacobo is a bilingual statehouse and political reporter at CBS 58 and Telemundo Wisconsin. Victor joined the team in June of 2018 as a producer.
Victor is no stranger to Milwaukee and the state of Wisconsin.
Prior to joining CBS 58, he was a producer at WISC in Madison where he spent two years as a producer.
Victor is a proud alum of Marquette University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast & Electronic Communication with a minor in Political Science. He is also an avid Marquette basketball fan.
Victor is originally from Chicago. When he’s not working, he enjoys running, cooking, reading and traveling. Victor enjoys everything Wisconsin has to offer, from its beautiful state parks to delicious restaurants.
Connect with Victor for story ideas through his email, [email protected] or on Twitter @victorjacobo_.
Articles by Victor Jacobo
- Southeastern Wisconsin facing 1-2 respiratory punch of pollen, wildfire smoke
- 'I am Juneteenth:' Milwaukee festival announces theme, looks ahead to 52nd year
- Police pursuit ends in exchanged gunfire, suspect shot and killed
- 'It truly is an honor': Nicole Acosta settles in as Pfister Hotel's first Latina artist-in-residence
- Canadian wildfires bring smoke, haziness and respiratory issues for southeastern Wisconsin
- Milwaukee hosts 1st-ever NVDRS conference to grow violence prevention efforts
- Waukesha animal shelter raising funds for puppy's heart surgery
- New proposed food truck regulations debated as legislation moves through Milwaukee City Hall
- Brewers help raise breast cancer awareness in visit to Aurora patients
- Packers fans react to schedule release, expanded flex scheduling
- Wisconsin Center expansion project hits milestone with topping off ceremony
- 'It takes a toll on you': Moms discuss child care strains as legislators push for funding
- Teen found guilty on 3 of 4 charges for 2021 assault on 87-year-old woman
- Trial of teen accused of assaulting 87-year-old Waukesha woman nearing end
- 'Dear God, please save me:' Woman allegedly assaulted by teen in Waukesha shares emotional, graphic testimony
- Caroline Gomez-Tom, Angel Sanchez aim for District 14 seat on Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
- Alders examine Milwaukee police satisfaction survey, showing growing dissatisfaction, desire for more police visibility
- Reimagining lakefront, MacArthur Square among ideas in downtown Milwaukee plan for 2040
- As Biden launches reelection bid, a look at how Wisconsin voters feel about 2024
- Wisconsin DHS launches new tool highlighting childhood lead poisoning
- Milwaukee, 2024 RNC leaders launch vendor connection tool to help hometown businesses
- Common Council urges Ascension St. Francis to reconsider closure of labor and delivery unit
- Milwaukee alders working toward citywide legislation for food trucks
- Milwaukee Common Council votes to approve hotel development in Brady Street neighborhood
- Officials aim to raise awareness, protect community with Drug Take Back Day across Wisconsin
- John Poulos tries to nullify Colombian DJ murder accusation in latest court appearance
- Mark Jensen sentenced to life in prison without parole for 2nd time in 1998 antifreeze murder
- Cardinal Stritch president reflects on university closure, help for students and state of higher education
- Students search for answers at Cardinal Stritch town hall, other colleges offer help
- 'Heartbreaking': Students rush to figure out what's next after Cardinal Stritch University announces closure
- 'They're going to see us out in the community': Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Greg Borowski plots a course into a modern news future
- 'There's got to be a better way to legislate:' Wisconsin elected leaders react to expulsion of Tennessee representatives
- Milwaukee County begins election canvassing, certification process
- After trip to WIAA state tournament, Kettle Moraine, coach and ex-UW Badger Trevon Hughes part ways
- Dan Knodl wins 8th Senate District, giving GOP two-thirds super majority in Wisconsin state Senate
- Potawatomi Casino Hotel launches sportsbook
- Pillar of local motorsport community remembered after dying in car crash
- Wisconsin Starbucks workers optimistic as labor spotlight put on coffee chain giant
- Microsoft Corporation plans to build $1 billion data center in Mount Pleasant
- Cheaper concessions, new experiences and rule changes: The Brewers' plan to get attendance back to pre-pandemic levels
- Organizers, running community hopeful as Milwaukee Marathon returns with half-marathon, 5K races
- Early voting begins in Wisconsin for spring election
- Officials call on Kia and Hyundai to 'step up and take action' in letter to automakers amid car theft crisis
- Retired MPD officer charged in Keishon Thomas death makes initial court appearance
- Despite Protasiewicz's absence, Kelly continues attack during panel event
- Racine County leaders announce $25 million for new mental health facility
- As southeastern Wisconsin digs out of snow, a focus on how shoveling can be a risk of heart issues for some
- Kewaskum girls' basketball players, coach reflect on historic season, look ahead to Div. 3 state title game
- Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates agree to 1 debate ahead of April 4 election
- Waukesha man who survived plane crash in Panama recalls tragedy, rescue and support
- Technicians of Tomorrow competition showcases high schoolers' skills for in-demand jobs in auto industry
- Owners reunited with cars trapped at Bayshore parking garage one week after partial collapse
- Source: Homicide suspect who died by suicide after police pursuit was boyfriend of Common Council president's niece
- 'Huge tragedy:' City leaders express sympathy for Council Pres. Pérez following niece's shooting death
- 1 year later, 2 Milwaukee area shops continue showing support for Ukraine, hope for peace
- Man in fatal police shooting identified; MPD chief, friend of man offer perspectives on deadly police shooting
- Security video shows deadly shooting of man by Milwaukee police officer near 91st and Silver Spring
- Kyle Rittenhouse faces new lawsuit from man he shot in 2020 Kenosha violence
- Wisconsin Humane Society caring for puppies rescued from woods in Mequon
- Hayat Pharmacy aiming to help raise thousands in funds for Syria, Turkey earthquake victims
- Family lawyer for Wisconsin man's alleged murder victim says Franklin native appears to have 'sociopathic behavior'
- The Super Bowl is the Super Bowl of gambling -- that can be an issue for problem gamblers
- 'Much more than just a police officer': Close friend remembers Officer Peter Jerving
- What is femicide, the crime John Poulos is charged with in the Colombia murder case?
- Colombian judge: John Poulos to stay in pre-trial detention for alleged killing of girlfriend Valentina Trespalacios
- City, GOP leaders look ahead to 2024 RNC, say Milwaukee should 'expect' to host presidential primary debate
- John Poulos murder case: Estranged wife speaks out on 'abusive' relationship, 'horrific' divorce process and 'abandoned' children
- John Poulos murder case: Court shows security footage surrounding death of Wisconsin man's Colombian girlfriend
- Wisconsin man accused of killing Colombian DJ girlfriend, stuffing body in suitcase and disposing corpse in dumpster
- Report: Kohl's in late stages to name Tom Kingsbury as permanent CEO
- US Marshals, Milwaukee leaders discuss collaboration efforts to lower violent crime
- Gov. Evers, education leaders discuss public school funding, political pressures at Wisconsin State Education Convention
- Museum Days offers discounted admissions and more for many of Milwaukee's cultural gems
- State DOJ, community groups launch Wisconsin Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force
- 'A day on and not a day off:' Honoring Dr. King on MLK Day through service and education in Milwaukee
- Milwaukee leaders tout drop in overall violent crime in 2022, despite record year in homicides
- Mark Jensen antifreeze murder retrial: Prosecution, defense deliver opening statements as trial ramps up
- Mark Jensen retrial: Jury set in second trial of alleged antifreeze murder case
- Health leaders, Gee's Clippers collaborate to bring CPR training to community hub
- City leaders aim for 'holistic' approach to Milwaukee violence prevention by connecting government departments