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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An unexpected protagonist is ready to make his grand entrance in Vista this weekend. The launch of the locally created ‘Tamale Guy’ comic book is just one part of the inaugural Chicano Arts Festival in the North County city.
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San Diego’s Migrant Welcome Center is set to close Thursday, but what will happen to the people it serves?
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A solution is on the horizon for a landslide that stopped passenger train service through San Clemente.
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The center opened in October, helping thousands of migrants with shelter and meals. The group running it says its resources have been stretched to the limit.
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While many flowers sold this Valentine's Day are imported it’s also a big day for locally grown flowers.
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Accessing the beach is now a little more difficult in one part of Encinitas. A beach parking lot south of the city has been temporarily closed due to recent storm damage.
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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.
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Cardenas and her brother Jesus were indicted last year in connection with alleged COVID-19 relief loan fraud.
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SkyLINE will consist of 99 affordable rental apartments for households earning 30% to 55% of the San Diego area median income.
- Hillcrest, hungry for park space, looks to the 163 freeway
- At least 16 people died in California after medics sedated them during encounters with police
- Members of Congress launch investigation into Frontwave Credit Union’s treatment of young Marines, following KPBS reporting
- University of Saint Katherine announces closure, filing for bankruptcy
- Migrant drop offs continue in San Diego despite influx of federal funds