
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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Local leaders want to repeal a new state law that eliminates many criminal penalties for prostitution. But some organizations want proof it's ineffective.
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A lawsuit alleges the Diocese fraudulently transferred real estate to dummy corporations in order to avoid paying legal settlements to victims of childhood sexual abuse.
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The San Diego State men's basketball team is in first place, and students are showing up in big numbers for home games.
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It's not welcoming news to advocates who want to keep it as a space for people in the U.S and Mexico to reconnect.
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In 2007, it settled 144 claims for $198 million and said that settling cases now at the same rate would cost over $550 million.
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The IRS said some people need to wait to file their taxes this year. It's because of the special tax refunds.
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Homelessness across San Diego County declined by 7% compared to last year, according to new data from the region’s annual Point-in-Time Count.
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A brush fire created a large plume of smoke visible throughout much of San Diego.
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Sculptor, architect, designer and naturalist James Hubbell was known for the way his organic designs, sculptures, art and buildings were informed by the natural environment. A major exhibition of Hubbell's work is still on view across four San Diego library galleries through Aug. 4, 2024.
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