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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Sen. Brian Jones proposes a bill that would ban encampments near areas such as schools and parks. -
Grossmont Union High School District unveiled its new transportation center with some state-of-the art clean and green technology. -
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.
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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