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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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. -
Two San Diego legends — two masters of their craft, two Teds — have both of their former homes for sale.
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During the morning and afternoon on Monday, the driving rains inundated streets, freeways and back roads across the region, in some cases necessitating rescues of people trapped in inundated vehicles. -
These new rules would let water agencies sanitize the water and put it directly back into the drinking water supply. -
The city has created its first new community parking districts in 18 years.
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