
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 new program comes as public transit systems in the region are seeing an uptick in ridership following the pandemic.
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San Diego leaders have announced a plan that would create a San Diego Black Arts and Culture District in the Encanto neighborhood.
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More low-income granny flats could be on their way to San Diego, after the City Council passed an amendment to incentivize their construction.
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Workers at Albertsons, Vons, Pavilions, and Ralphs locations throughout southern California are voting this week on a new three-year contract.
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Tax season ends on April 18. Local leaders are encouraging low-to-moderate income individuals and families to claim their tax credits while they can.
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The Fern Street Circus offers free classes for City Heights kids and their mission goes beyond entertainment.
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Homelessness across San Diego County declined by 7% compared to last year, according to new data from the region’s annual Point-in-Time Count.
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A brush fire created a large plume of smoke visible throughout much of San Diego.
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Sculptor, architect, designer and naturalist James Hubbell was known for the way his organic designs, sculptures, art and buildings were informed by the natural environment. A major exhibition of Hubbell's work is still on view across four San Diego library galleries through Aug. 4, 2024.
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