
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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President Biden has withdrawn as a presidential candidate in the 2024 Presidential election, and now California-born Vice President Kamala Harris takes center stage.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe 2024 Paris Olympics are just days away, and several athletes from San Diego will represent Team USA. On Midday Edition, we hear about the long and exciting road to the big games.
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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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This move is intended to increase the amount of developable land near major public transit stops.
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More UC academic workers report some professors are retaliating against them for striking. Most of the claims are coming from UC San Diego.
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"There's nothing we can't accomplish together, because you know what? We got this," said Vargas, first elected to the District 1 seat in 2020.
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