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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Women’s soccer is at its brightest here in San Diego. The region's local team, San Diego Wave FC, is set to shatter a record this weekend at their brand new home — Snapdragon Stadium. -
Along Imperial Avenue in Encanto, the San Diego Black Arts and Culture District is taking form. -
Ocean Beach may soon be torn down and fully rebuilt, at a cost of tens of millions of dollars. -
The scorching heat forced San Diego State fans out of their seats in search of shade, with several in need of medical attention. -
For the third straight day, high heat and heightened demand for electricity has resulted in a statewide call for voluntary conservation—also called a Flex Alert. But do people actually listen? -
A heat wave also coincides with the start of school for many students. At schools without proper AC, that’s a big problem.
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The Chula Vista City Councilmember’s announcement cast confusion over a key local election in San Diego County’s second-largest city. -
Cardenas and her brother Jesus were indicted last year in connection with alleged COVID-19 relief loan fraud. -
SkyLINE will consist of 99 affordable rental apartments for households earning 30% to 55% of the San Diego area median income.
- Trump administration freezes $50 million in San Diego County public school funding
- San Diego political expert details steps that could lead to US civil war
- Steele Fire update: Spread halted, evacuations hold
- Carlsbad pumping brakes on traffic circles, putting federal funding at risk
- Fear of immigration raids reshaping daily life for many