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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An unexpected protagonist is ready to make his grand entrance in Vista this weekend. The launch of the locally created ‘Tamale Guy’ comic book is just one part of the inaugural Chicano Arts Festival in the North County city. -
San Diego’s Migrant Welcome Center is set to close Thursday, but what will happen to the people it serves? -
A solution is on the horizon for a landslide that stopped passenger train service through San Clemente. -
The center opened in October, helping thousands of migrants with shelter and meals. The group running it says its resources have been stretched to the limit. -
While many flowers sold this Valentine's Day are imported it’s also a big day for locally grown flowers. -
Accessing the beach is now a little more difficult in one part of Encinitas. A beach parking lot south of the city has been temporarily closed due to recent storm damage.
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On Monday afternoon, the council unanimously re-elected Sean Elo-Rivera as City Council President. -
The framework incorporates input from residents, tenant advocates and rental housing providers gathered over the last month. -
Just as quickly as a mural of the Famous San Diego Chicken stirred up controversy, it’s painted over.
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