Jacob Aere
General Assignment ReporterAs a general assignment reporter, Jacob Aere covers a wide range of different issues that affect the diverse neighborhoods of San Diego County including business, health, arts & culture and politics. Jacob grew up in San Diego and is bilingual in English and Spanish. He is a graduate from the University of British Columbia and has received multiple San Diego Press Club awards.
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Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake in state Senate races for District 18 in the South Bay, District 32 in Anza Borrego, and districts 38, 40 in North County. -
Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake in California State Assembly races for District 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 and 80. -
Chula Vista’s official tall ship will stay at Safe Harbor South Bay marina. -
Rooting for the Padres, catching a hometown soccer game or even cheering on the local hockey team can get expensive, fast. Here are a few ways tips to go to the games and save money. -
Assemblymember Chris Ward, D-San Diego, is leading an effort to get California to fund ailing public media stations in this year’s state budget. -
Federal data show energy prices have been rising faster than inflation since 2022. The San Diego Democrat has introduced a bill seeking to provide relief from those prices.
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Students KPBS interviewed had mixed feelings, but most agreed Chávez' memorials should be removed. -
The program is funded by a three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and serves women ages 18-21 who are homeless or experiencing housing insecurity. -
The specific team matchups will be revealed later, following further progress in the LA28 Olympic qualification process and the official tournament draw.
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