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In 1963, Jacobson left the Chicago American to join WBBM-TV as a news writer, and was promoted to be a full-time reporter in 1968. He became WBBM's political editor in 1970. In 1971, Jacobson was fired by WBBM-TV, and he moved over to WMAQ for two years.
Sep 27, 2012 · Walter Jacobson Tells All, and It's Almost All Worth Reading. The veteran Chicago newsman looks back on interviewing John Wayne Gacy, not interviewing the Pope, being paired with Bill Kurtis,...
Feb 18, 2021 · Walter Jacobson, a CBS 2 reporter, spent 48 hours living homeless in Chicago's cold winter to expose the challenges and hardships of the homelessness crisis. He reported his experiences in a six-part series of reports that aired 30 years ago.
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Sep 23, 2004 · A humorous and critical look back at the career of Walter Jacobson, a controversial and influential news anchor in Chicago. From his early days at Channel Two to his libel lawsuit, his personal life, and his famous catchphrase, this article covers the highlights and lowlights of his journey.
Jan 23, 2013 · Walter Jacobson is a veteran TV journalist who shares his memoir of fifty years in Chicago news. Read an excerpt from his book and see a photo gallery of his career highlights.
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Jul 26, 2017 · On the eve of a milestone birthday, legendary Chicago anchorman and commentator Walter Jacobson sounds happier than ever that he’s still in the game. “I feel great,” said Jacobson, who turns 80...
Dec 1, 2012 · In a town where politics is local sport, Walter Jacobson had a ringside seat, and he shares it in his new book, “Walter’s Perspective: A Memoir of Fifty Years in Chicago TV News.”
