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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The city of San Diego's newly released Climate Action Implementation Plan has a goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. Climate activists want more details and a specific timeline on how that’s actually going to happen. -
They can write essays for students, create art and music, and even help with office work. -
Deputy Allen Wereski was arrested on charges of bringing drugs to the jail where he worked. -
Local leaders want to repeal a new state law that eliminates many criminal penalties for prostitution. But some organizations want proof it's ineffective. -
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. -
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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If you’re traveling for the holiday weekend, you might want to pack a mask. An uptick in COVID-19 cases in the county means the virus is more likely to be in public spaces. -
Gabe Feitosa donates his time to the San Diego Humane Society to transform dogs into walking works of art. -
Fishing off the Oceanside pier is pretty popular, but the bridge connecting to the pier is nearly 100 years old and is reaching the end of its structural lifespan.
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