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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Affordable housing could be coming to the coast of Del Mar, which would help the city fall in line with state housing requirements. Not everyone is happy with the proposal. It's being met with some pushback and alternative options. -
After a yearslong back and forth, the city council voted Tuesday to repeal the ordinance that banned lowrider cruising. -
San Diego’s largest watch party at Viejas Arena was overwhelmed with fans, which created some chaos. -
Friday is Cesar Chavez Day. The federal holiday marks the birthday of the renowned labor activist, who spent over 40 years helping farmworkers. Some local efforts are building off of his legacy and giving back to the community. -
Padres fans swarmed Petco Park for Opening day despite bad weather. They have high hopes for the team that made some big offseason upgrades and a serious playoff push last year. -
March Madness is in full swing and San Diego State is shooting its best shot. Friday the Aztecs played against number one overall seed Alabama in the Sweet 16 round of the tournament — and won.
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Martinez topped the seven-candidate field in Tuesday's election to secure a spot on the runoff in the race to succeed longtime sheriff's department head Bill Gore, who retired earlier this year. -
The report is a major step toward educating the public and setting the stage for an official government apology and case for financial reparations. The 500-page document lays out the harm suffered by descendants of enslaved people long after slavery was abolished in the 19th century. -
The pay increases for Sempra executives came at a time of soaring profits for the company.
- Former 'Teacher of the Year' sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for sex crimes
- Carlsbad opens door for new drive-thrus, but with tight restrictions
- New nonstop flights available between San Diego and Amsterdam
- 'Park Opera' turns Balboa Park into a stage, with a bee aria and listening as the protagonist
- Activists celebrate motherhood from inside Las Colinas Detention Facility