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
- Waukesha County District Attorney Sue Opper reflects on Darrell Brooks trial
- Judge on Northridge Mall property: 'If I could go out there and do it and begin razing the buildings, I would'
- Hunger Task Force ramps up turkey, produce distribution efforts ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
- Fired Milwaukee Election Commission official formally charged for fraudulently requesting absentee ballots
- Suburban women voters may determine midterms in Wisconsin. Here's what some of them are saying days before voting ends
- MU Law Poll: Inflation top concern among voters heading into end of midterms
- Gubernatorial candidates rally support in southeastern Wisconsin with less than two weeks left until election
- Multiple alleged 'swatting calls' of false active shooters made across southeastern Wisconsin school districts
- Mother Daughter team of Nubian's Way provides diverse hair care products for Milwaukee
- What is a sovereign citizen and how is Darrell Brooks using that argument in his trial?
- 'Having talent is great but having talent implies you have a great responsibility': Estigarribia takes reins of Sheboygan Symphony Orchestra
- Tua Tagovailoa's injury reignites concussion conversations for Wisconsin youth sports
- Vice President Kamala Harris visits Milwaukee
- New Netflix series aim to examine Dahmer killings with modern cultural lens
- Strength and heart: Daniel Vega empowers Brewers, next generation of Latino MLB staff
- Waukesha teacher charged with child abuse back in court, records show loaded gun found at Lawrence School
- If a bus or plane of migrants is sent to Milwaukee, is the city ready to handle the issue?
- Student loan forgiveness plan bringing relief to millions of borrowers over 50
- Marquette's Haggerty Museum exhibit to highlight 'Lord of the Rings' manuscripts by author J.R.R. Tolkien
- Wild horse and burro program finds new homes for animals, strengthens ecosystems
- Wisconsin health leaders urge public to get updated COVID-19 booster
- DOT launches new air traveler dashboard to address delays and cancellations
- Following FDA decision on over-the-counter hearing aids, UWM professor aims to make own contribution
- Brewers players Narváez, Urías visit health clinic to promote 'Cerveceros Night'
- Evers, Michels visit Mexican Fiesta highlighting potential impact of Latino voters
- Darrell Brooks returns to Waukesha court; judge grants motion to drop 6 counts
- Jacob Blake's uncle files federal civil rights suit alleging 'torture' during 2021 protest arrest
- Referee shortage looms over high school sports as season kicks off
- Marquette's Haggerty Museum exhibit to highlight 'Lord of the Rings' manuscripts by author J.R.R. Tolkien
- 'Sense of disappointment:' Students, parents express concern after Kettle Moraine School Board bans use of Pride flags, pronouns by district staff
- Milwaukee site proposed for new youth correctional facility to help close Lincoln Hills
- Elections Commission discusses fallout from absentee ballot 'sting operation'
- WI DOJ, Racine DA launch investigations after man openly commits voter fraud to show alleged system vulnerabilities
- Darrell Brooks seeks change of lawyer for Milwaukee County domestic violence, witness intimidation cases
- MPS Board to consider new mask requirement standards amid concerns over proposal
- Badger Books set to debut in Wauwatosa as electronic poll books gain popularity
- State Patrol, bait cars and decals: City officials launch latest efforts to combat reckless driving, car thefts
- How a nationwide paper shortage may impact Wisconsin elections
- HHS guidance on abortions offers 'relief' for health care providers in Wisconsin
- MATC receives $112,000 donation for expansion of DACA Plus scholarship program
- Families of men killed at El Rey shooting left with pain, unanswered questions
- Latin Music Day returns to Summerfest
- MPD launches Operation Save-a-Casing to address increase in stolen guns
- Waukesha small business selling t-shirts for charity supporting Highland Park shooting victims
- Waukesha Strong: City's Independence Day parade marks step forward in healing from tragedy
- 2nd annual 414 Trust Kickball Tournament aims to strengthen law enforcement-community relations
- 'He's a hero': We Energies worker's quick actions save woman's life
- How the SCOTUS overturning of Roe v. Wade affects Wisconsin
- Grants boost women, minority-owned businesses at Summerfest
- MU Law Poll: Michels leads GOP governor's race, Barnes remains ahead in Senate contest
- COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5 in Wisconsin to start in coming days following CDC approval
- Lawyers for Darrell Brooks say he can't get a fair trial in Waukesha County, want venue change
- Search efforts continue for 3rd day for missing persons swept away in drainage tunnel
- 'Serious challenges to resolve:' MPD Community Report highlights troubling trends, key strategies
- How a 'Stop the Bleed' course can help save a life during a mass shooting, other emergencies
- Don Smiley to step down as Summerfest chief at end of 2023
- Milwaukee PrideFest returns after 2-year COVID hiatus
- No charges filed against Joseph Mensah in killing of Jay Anderson Jr.
- Waukesha Memorial Day Parade to return with enhanced security measures
- 'Need to figure out a way where we all win:' City leaders try to salvage plan to host 2024 RNC
- Milwaukee's RNC contract at risk after Common Council committee asks for more funds to benefit city
- Groups call on Milwaukee to reject RNC, mayor says hosting convention is 'business decision'
- 'This job is so much more than dance': Inside the 414 Crew
- Professional soccer, new concert venue coming to Milwaukee as part of new Iron District MKE development
- ‘What did I do?': Pregnant woman who was pushed reacts to incident
- Clifton Blackwell sentenced to 10 years in prison for Milwaukee hate crime acid attack
- Bucks, MPD ramp up security for Game 6 of Eastern Conference Semifinals
- Charges filed against former boyfriend in homicide of Emily Rogers
- Mother of 13 uses passion for flowers, crafting to share love for Mother's Day
- A look at abortion by the numbers in Wisconsin, US
- Wisconsin receives nearly $6M to help public health orgs, AmeriCorps recruitment
- Clifton Blackwell found guilty of hate crime in acid attack of Latino man
- Jury begins deliberations in hate crime acid attack trial of Clifton Blackwell
- Villalaz, Blackwell share testimony during intense 2nd day of hate crime trial
- Jury selected, testimony shared in first day of acid attack hate crime trial
- Parents concerned after Whitman Middle School staff member has 'odd' conversation with students about sex
- Activist fights defamation lawsuit filed by Mount Pleasant village attorney
- 'It has all those questions that people love about a mystery': Podcast 'Run, Bambi, Run' reignites interest in Bembenek saga
- José Pérez elected president of Milwaukee Common Council
- Jury trial delayed for man charged in acid attack hate crime