
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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KPBS Midday EditionMany of us feel the pain of unaffordable housing costs in San Diego. But who and what is controlling the market?
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KPBS Midday EditionCOVID-19 infections are high in California. We’ll talk about the characteristics of the FLiRT variants and the risks for long COVID.
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For decades, SURFER Magazine was called “The Bible” of surf culture. The Carlsbad-based publication went dormant during the pandemic. But now, it’s looking to make a comeback — and expand its reach.
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KPBS Midday EditionPride Week is in full-swing, and drag performers will dive into the landscape of drag. Plus, we hear about some summer movie releases. And your weekend arts preview.
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From Michelin stars to its first James Beard award finalist, the San Diego-Tijuana region’s culinary scene is on the rise.
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KPBS Midday EditionCalifornia has officially set aside $12 million for the descendants of people who were enslaved under the United States’ race-based system of chattel slavery. We learn about what's next.
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Ludivina Vera moved into her daughter and son-in-law's National City home out of necessity due to her health.
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El Camino High School in Oceanside Unified is designated as a TED-Ed campus.
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It started as a small event for the community, but like Temecula itself, the festival has blown up and evolved.
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