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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If California's Clean Air Vehicle Decal program expires, hybrid and electric vehicle owners will no longer be able to drive solo in the carpool lane. -
SDG&E said digging without knowing what’s below can be dangerous and expensive. -
Veterans Village of San Diego kicked off its annual event to support unhoused and at-risk veterans called Stand Down, this year at Liberty Station. -
Some Imperial Beach residents said the new store means they won't have to travel outside of their city for nutritious food options. -
Soccer is played everywhere in San Diego and Tijuana. But accessing the sport can be a financial challenge. In one San Diego park, a soccer program is supporting refugee and immigrant youth, on and off the pitch. -
San Diego County school districts have been waiting for $50 million dollars that has been frozen since July 1.
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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. -
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria says he’s proposing the largest infrastructure investment in city history.
- County official overseeing animal shelters complained of 'shit dogs,' too few euthanasias in voice message
- San Diego City Council approves parking fees in Balboa Park
- A rivalry over $50 million meant to clean cross-border rivers is brewing
- City Council approves phased-in $25/hour minimum wage for hospitality workers
- Nathan Fletcher's accuser seeks restraining order against Lorena Gonzalez