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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A new local opera company is about to make its debut in downtown San Diego. Opera a la Carte is using regional talent in their productions and making the high-class art of opera accessible to all. -
KPBS got an inside look at Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival 2024, which is poised to be one of the biggest events in the entire county. -
Louisiana's famous music, grub and lifestyle are coming to San Diego once again. -
“Stir” is a story that takes us back to the universal experience of the pandemic. -
The Tijuana World Design Festival is one part of a larger program recognizing the binational region, with dozens of events planned now through November. -
KPBS got a behind the scenes look into the making of such a grand production.
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Shipping containers that used to move products across the ocean will have a new life as affordable housing. -
The city's first "safe sleeping" site has been open for a week. There are 14 tents in use and space for 116 more. -
The jail in Otay Mesa will soon house 200 inmates, freeing up space at other detention facilities in need of repairs.
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