Jiovanni Lieggi
He has worked as a reporter for several years and has traveled the country covering national stories.
Prior to joining the Eyewitness News team in Houston, he was based in Sacramento, California, as a multimedia reporter for a major cable network. Some of the stories he covered during his time working with the network include the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, the trial of Alex Murdaugh, the trial of Kim Potter, Hurricane Ida, the attack on former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband Paul Pelosi, deadly California wildfires including the Caldor and Dixie, multiple mass shootings, border issues, and the 2022 midterm elections.
Previously he worked in Lafayette, Louisiana as a reporter. While in Lafayette, he covered several major hurricanes during the 2020 hurricane season, deadly tornadoes, and the Seacor Power disaster. Prior to working in Lafayette, he worked in his hometown in Youngstown, Ohio.
Jiovanni graduated from Kent State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. He then got a master's in forensic psychology from Arizona State University. He is currently finishing a law program through Arizona State University with an emphasis in criminal and business law.
In his spare time, Jiovanni enjoys lifting, going to the movies, and everything outdoors. He has a goal to visit every national park in the country before turning 30. He said he's excited to be living back in the south in a place that feels like home.
Jiovanni's Stories
US-90 bridge in Liberty County reopens at limited capacity as work starts on flood-damaged roads
As the recovery process begins, officials are looking at the damage left to the infrastructure that was impassable for driving during severe weather.
East Fork of San Jacinto River expected to crest, but more rain now on the way
Residents in the area are already dealing with flooding, and unfortunately, the threat may not be over yet. ABC13 has issued a Weather Alert Day due to the possibility of storms into Thursday morning that could bring heavy rain.
Heights-area construction project put on pause, risking $40M in federal funding
Taxpayers could be on the hook, paying to undo some construction projects as officials say they're pausing those that reduce the number of traffic lanes.
Toddler killed after being hit by rideshare driver in N. Harris County: HCSO
Authorities say that the rideshare driver struck and killed a baby girl after dropping off her family. Family members pulled the driver out and began to assault him.
Mother shot at Harris County apartment alongside 2-year-old daughter speaks out
The sheriff said an altercation between two parties escalated into the shooting, but all three wounded people are expected to be OK.
Dramatic video shows moments Angleton business wall collapses during severe weather
"We're gonna try to put it back together and move forward, that's all we can do. It's a rough road," an Angleton golf center owner told ABC13 after witnessing the severe storm that arrived Friday night.
2 security officers open fire on woman who assaulted man over parking spot at Houston Zoo, HPD says
Investigators said the woman had just assaulted a man Friday afternoon when she tried to take off in a car with children inside. Two security officers reportedly opened fire, police added.
Fraud, bomb threats, arson among suspended HPD cases: 'Who are we supposed to call for help?'
A business owner said he made a report in December 2021 for fraud after checks using his business name and account were used. He had been waiting for updates but didn't know the cases were suspended until 13 Investigates contacted him.
Houston hospital prices vary at a significant price for consumers, Rice Baker Institute report says
In a comparison of four major hospital systems in the city, Houston Methodist was found to have some of the highest costs both with and without insurance, according to a Rice Baker Institute study.
2-year-old in stable condition after being caught in barrage of gunfire in Houston's Fourth Ward
Houston police said there is no suspect description at this time after a two-year-old boy was struck in a shooting where witnesses said at least 30 to 40 shots were fired.