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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Multiple local sports teams in playoffs brought San Diego sports fans to a frenzy over the past few weeks. Even with their recent eliminations, most Padres and Wave FC fans are still happy with how the seasons went and are looking forward to the future. -
The one-time Middle Class Tax Refund payments of up to $1,050 are supposed to be filling the bank accounts of millions of eligible California taxpayers. -
With a swarm of fans in the stands, the San Diego Padres won with an 8-5 victory agains the Philadelphia Phillies. -
The series is bringing big money to town, which can be good for business but not great for fans who want to see the game. -
Saturday's win against the Los Angeles Dodgers was a storybook finish, but that’s not the only victory the city has to celebrate. -
So far, it is taking its toll on schools across San Diego County.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a special election on Nov. 4 to introduce new U.S. House maps. The goal is to win more Democratic seats. This move responds to Republican efforts to gain five seats in Texas. -
After decades of strict adherence to the California Environmental Quality Act, lawmakers have greenlit a transformative measure that promises to break down bureaucratic barriers and unlock new avenues for housing construction in the nation's most populous state. -
The San Diego City Council voted 7-2 Tuesday to approve a $6 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which will cut library hours on Sundays and not fill certain executive positions, but restores recreation center hours, Monday library hours at select branches and lake access.
- 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