Victor Jacobo
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Reporter at @cbschicago.bsky.social | Born & raised Chicagoan | Former Texan and Wisconsinite | Marquette University alum
Just in: The 54th annual 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade in Little Village will go on as planned on Saturday, Sept. 14, community leaders say, as concerns over ICE operations in Chicago persist.
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September 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Just in: The 54th annual 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade in Little Village will go on as planned on Saturday, Sept. 14, community leaders say, as concerns over ICE operations in Chicago persist.
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The Mexican Independence Day Parade is set Sept. 6 on 18th Street Pilsen. Community leaders are hopeful the celebration can be as strong as ever — despite concerns of ICE showing up and the potential presence of federal troops. | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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Mexican Independence Parade to step off Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood despite worries about ICE, federal troops
Organizers and community leaders are hopeful the celebration can be as strong as ever.
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August 29, 2025 at 12:44 AM
The Mexican Independence Day Parade is set Sept. 6 on 18th Street Pilsen. Community leaders are hopeful the celebration can be as strong as ever — despite concerns of ICE showing up and the potential presence of federal troops. | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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How city and state leaders are reacting following Pres. Trump signaling he may do a DC-style ‘crime crackdown’ in Chicago | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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Mayor Johnson has "grave concerns" about President Trump eyeing Chicago for federal crime crackdown
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Friday criticized President Donald Trump's suggestion that Chicago will be the next target of his efforts to crack down on crime by sending in the National Guard, saying troo...
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August 23, 2025 at 12:20 AM
How city and state leaders are reacting following Pres. Trump signaling he may do a DC-style ‘crime crackdown’ in Chicago | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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My report today for @cbschicago.bsky.social | Funeral held for Sameer Quadri, teen who drowned in Lake Michigan in Evanston
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Funeral held for Sameer Quadri, teen who drowned in Lake Michigan in Evanston
Family, friends and community members gathered on Friday to remember the life of a 17-year-old boy who drowned after swimming at a beach in Evanston.
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August 22, 2025 at 11:45 PM
My report today for @cbschicago.bsky.social | Funeral held for Sameer Quadri, teen who drowned in Lake Michigan in Evanston
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Hall of Fame @cubsbot.bsky.social slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg's funeral is today. You'll be able to watch the service and more coverage on @cbschicago.bsky.social:
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Watch live: Funeral services held for Ryne Sandberg, Hall of Fame Cubs slugger
A funeral will be held on Friday for Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg. The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m.
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August 22, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Hall of Fame @cubsbot.bsky.social slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg's funeral is today. You'll be able to watch the service and more coverage on @cbschicago.bsky.social:
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17-year-old dies after being rescued from Lake Michigan in Evanston | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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17-year-old dies after being rescued from Lake Michigan in Evanston, Illinois
The Medical Examiner identified the teen as Sameer Quadri.
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August 21, 2025 at 1:48 PM
17-year-old dies after being rescued from Lake Michigan in Evanston | @cbschicago.bsky.social
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Excited to join @cbschicago.bsky.social and report in my hometown — a dream come true!
Will share stories here and hope to engage with Chicagoans who have tips and stories.
Will share stories here and hope to engage with Chicagoans who have tips and stories.
August 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Excited to join @cbschicago.bsky.social and report in my hometown — a dream come true!
Will share stories here and hope to engage with Chicagoans who have tips and stories.
Will share stories here and hope to engage with Chicagoans who have tips and stories.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire says the city’s response to #WinterStormEnzo has been “successful” as there have been no reported fatalities due to traffic incidents or carbon monoxide issues.
Warming centers will remain open tonight.
Warming centers will remain open tonight.
January 22, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Houston Mayor John Whitmire says the city’s response to #WinterStormEnzo has been “successful” as there have been no reported fatalities due to traffic incidents or carbon monoxide issues.
Warming centers will remain open tonight.
Warming centers will remain open tonight.
Meet Hou-y, the KHOU 11 Snow Reporter!
We need all the help we can get for wall-to-wall snowfall coverage so I deputized Hou-y to assist.
Watch live here: khou.com
We need all the help we can get for wall-to-wall snowfall coverage so I deputized Hou-y to assist.
Watch live here: khou.com
January 21, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Meet Hou-y, the KHOU 11 Snow Reporter!
We need all the help we can get for wall-to-wall snowfall coverage so I deputized Hou-y to assist.
Watch live here: khou.com
We need all the help we can get for wall-to-wall snowfall coverage so I deputized Hou-y to assist.
Watch live here: khou.com
CenterPoint says as of right now(7:30am), 2,300 customers are without power across its 12-county area.
#Houston #WinterStormEnzo
#Houston #WinterStormEnzo
January 21, 2025 at 1:28 PM
CenterPoint says as of right now(7:30am), 2,300 customers are without power across its 12-county area.
#Houston #WinterStormEnzo
#Houston #WinterStormEnzo
Right now on KHOU 11: CenterPoint is sharing an update on preparations ahead of the incoming winter storm in the Houston area:
January 20, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Right now on KHOU 11: CenterPoint is sharing an update on preparations ahead of the incoming winter storm in the Houston area:
Right now: Mayor John Whitmire and other city leaders discuss the safety and security plan for the Houston Marathon.
January 17, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Right now: Mayor John Whitmire and other city leaders discuss the safety and security plan for the Houston Marathon.
Meanwhile in Washington, Sen. John Cornyn affirms his support for Pete Hegseth in the nominee’s quest to become the next Secretary of Defense.
“The Pentagon needs shaking up from the dangerous status quo, and I’m confident Pete will do just that.”
Full statement here ⬇️:
“The Pentagon needs shaking up from the dangerous status quo, and I’m confident Pete will do just that.”
Full statement here ⬇️:
January 14, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Meanwhile in Washington, Sen. John Cornyn affirms his support for Pete Hegseth in the nominee’s quest to become the next Secretary of Defense.
“The Pentagon needs shaking up from the dangerous status quo, and I’m confident Pete will do just that.”
Full statement here ⬇️:
“The Pentagon needs shaking up from the dangerous status quo, and I’m confident Pete will do just that.”
Full statement here ⬇️:
WATCH the Swearing-in Ceremony for the #Texas House of the 89th Legislative Session LIVE on KHOU 11 here ⬇️:
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Texas' 89th Legislative Session: Texas lawmakers gather to choose new Speaker of the House
Texas lawmakers gather to choose a new Speaker of the House on the first day of Texas' 89th Legislative Session -- Jan. 14, 2025.
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January 14, 2025 at 6:19 PM
WATCH the Swearing-in Ceremony for the #Texas House of the 89th Legislative Session LIVE on KHOU 11 here ⬇️:
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We are minutes away from the swearing in ceremony for the #Texas House — shortly after, representatives will vote for their speaker.
It’s a race between Reps. Dustin Burrows and David Cook.
A preview of today’s vote on KHOU 11 below ⬇️:
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It’s a race between Reps. Dustin Burrows and David Cook.
A preview of today’s vote on KHOU 11 below ⬇️:
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January 14, 2025 at 5:43 PM
We are minutes away from the swearing in ceremony for the #Texas House — shortly after, representatives will vote for their speaker.
It’s a race between Reps. Dustin Burrows and David Cook.
A preview of today’s vote on KHOU 11 below ⬇️:
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It’s a race between Reps. Dustin Burrows and David Cook.
A preview of today’s vote on KHOU 11 below ⬇️:
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Sources with the House Homeland Security Committee tell me the Bourbon Street attacker was not on any federal government watchlists at the time of the attack.
More coverage on KHOU ⬇️:
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Who is Shamsud-Din Jabbar? | Houston resident blamed for Bourbon Street attack that left 14 dead
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, was an Army veteran and twice-divorced father who lived on Hugh Road in north Harris County.
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January 2, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Sources with the House Homeland Security Committee tell me the Bourbon Street attacker was not on any federal government watchlists at the time of the attack.
More coverage on KHOU ⬇️:
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Bush Intercontinental Airport is set to open its new International Arrivals pickup area this Saturday.
It’s been under construction since Jan. 2022.
Anyone who’s picked up someone from an international flight recently knows the temporary area caused major headaches.
It’s been under construction since Jan. 2022.
Anyone who’s picked up someone from an international flight recently knows the temporary area caused major headaches.
December 12, 2024 at 5:43 PM
Bush Intercontinental Airport is set to open its new International Arrivals pickup area this Saturday.
It’s been under construction since Jan. 2022.
Anyone who’s picked up someone from an international flight recently knows the temporary area caused major headaches.
It’s been under construction since Jan. 2022.
Anyone who’s picked up someone from an international flight recently knows the temporary area caused major headaches.
When discussing the death of a Milby HS student who was trying to cross train tracks on Monday, Mayor John Whitmire this morning said initial cost estimate for a pedestrian skyway is $6.5M.
Whitmire adds he will discuss issue with CEO of Union Pacific to help ‘the easy way or the hard way.’
Whitmire adds he will discuss issue with CEO of Union Pacific to help ‘the easy way or the hard way.’
December 11, 2024 at 4:46 PM
When discussing the death of a Milby HS student who was trying to cross train tracks on Monday, Mayor John Whitmire this morning said initial cost estimate for a pedestrian skyway is $6.5M.
Whitmire adds he will discuss issue with CEO of Union Pacific to help ‘the easy way or the hard way.’
Whitmire adds he will discuss issue with CEO of Union Pacific to help ‘the easy way or the hard way.’
Is Enron coming back?
This billboard in Houston hints at that possibility, but coming up on KHOU 11 at 5, I look into who’s behind this effort.
This billboard in Houston hints at that possibility, but coming up on KHOU 11 at 5, I look into who’s behind this effort.
December 2, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Is Enron coming back?
This billboard in Houston hints at that possibility, but coming up on KHOU 11 at 5, I look into who’s behind this effort.
This billboard in Houston hints at that possibility, but coming up on KHOU 11 at 5, I look into who’s behind this effort.
Texas Children’s Hospital is facing backlash after one of its doctors posted a viral video on TikTok. Read their full statement.
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Gov. Greg Abbott warns Texas Children’s Hospital over doctor’s viral comments
A doctor spoke out in a TikTok against the executive order requiring Texas public hospitals to collect information about undocumented immigrants.
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December 2, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Texas Children’s Hospital is facing backlash after one of its doctors posted a viral video on TikTok. Read their full statement.
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Family and friends of Marcelo "Ox" Garcia continue to work to keep the fallen #Houston firefighter's legacy alive through an unrealized dream.
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'Perfect representation of him' | Family, friends of Marcelo 'Ox' Garcia keep firefighter's legacy alive through Magnolia Fund
Family and friends say that once realized, the developments from the Magnolia Fund will further carry on Marcelo Garcia's legacy.
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November 28, 2024 at 1:11 AM
Family and friends of Marcelo "Ox" Garcia continue to work to keep the fallen #Houston firefighter's legacy alive through an unrealized dream.
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November 26, 2024 at 5:29 PM
ICYMI — My report for KHOU 11 on #Houston Mayor John Whitmire announcing his plan to “end street #homelessness” and “reclaim public spaces.”
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'Unacceptable' | Mayor Whitmire announces plan to end street homelessness, 'reclaim' public spaces
The mayor says the city is moving away from plans for a sanctioned homeless encampment and towards a collaborative effort with sustainable funding.
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November 22, 2024 at 7:05 PM
ICYMI — My report for KHOU 11 on #Houston Mayor John Whitmire announcing his plan to “end street #homelessness” and “reclaim public spaces.”
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#New on KHOU 11 | The #Texas State Board of #Education approved Bible-infused curriculum for K-5 students. The curriculum would be available to districts as early as August 2025.
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Bible lessons in Texas schools approved in final vote
Bluebonnet Learning incorporates Bible lessons into reading and language arts textbooks in public schools across the state.
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November 22, 2024 at 6:27 PM
#New on KHOU 11 | The #Texas State Board of #Education approved Bible-infused curriculum for K-5 students. The curriculum would be available to districts as early as August 2025.
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