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 Youth Opportunity Pass pilot program offers free public transit rides to those 18 and under. -
Bonta called San Diego an example of firearm safety and gun violence prevention. -
It’s seen as an unprecedented attempt to stem the tide of America’s rapidly rising student debt. But it also faces nearly certain legal challenges. -
Some are excited about the billion-dollar Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center but others worry about overcrowding and increased crime. -
This week Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a $4.7 billion effort to increase access to mental health and substance use support services for young people. -
Nearly 30 high school students from City Heights have just returned from a scientific adventure in Baja California.
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MLB TV will now broadcast the games after Bally Sports Network failed to pay their bills. -
It's part of a larger trend across the nation to skirt local and state laws protections for LGBTQ+ students. -
One man in Vista honors military history through a collection of artifacts — more than 2,000 of them. But his collection needs a new home.
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