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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Even though rents in San Diego have dropped for two straight months, average prices are still too high for many to afford. -
Thousands gathered at the Rady Shell and several other venues Friday to watch the U.S. team play England to a draw. The festive scenes -
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg returned to San Diego County Friday for the second time in less than a month. -
A new 195-unit affordable housing complex is now open in City Heights. -
It’s a first step towards the city creating more truly affordable housing. -
Single-family homeowners in the city of San Diego haven’t paid additional fees for trash pickup in over 100 years thanks to a law called the People’s Ordinance. That could change, if voters approve Measure B.
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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. -
A brush fire created a large plume of smoke visible throughout much of San Diego. -
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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