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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So far, San Diego County was mostly spared from the storm that barreled into California over the weekend. But rescue teams are still on high alert. -
Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' primary election guide for local State Assembly Districts. -
The San Diego region has tried a number of different temporary solutions for homelessness. Now, the county will try tiny cabins. -
Flooding once again became a problem along the North County coast Thursday. Homes and businesses there suffered significant flood damage last week. -
North County leaders say project impacts the local tourism industry and beach access for San Diegans. -
The incoming storms may further delay efforts to reopen them.
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After two years of work, the city of Oceanside held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its first municipal homeless shelter. The San Diego Rescue Mission will run the center and will begin to welcome people experiencing homelessness in two weeks. -
Local leaders Wednesday praised a decision that'll advance longstanding plans to bring a four-year university to the South Bay city. -
Community members are calling for an investigation into the incident and for charges against the officers for excessive use of force and failure to intervene.
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