
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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Some forms of public transit will soon be on a reduced schedule because of the ripple effects of the pandemic.
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It’s part of his effort to address what he termed five of the most populous state’s “biggest challenges” in a $286 billion budget proposal Monday.
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Wednesday will be Lorena Gonzalez’s last day in the California State Assembly.
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The San Diego City Council approved 33 updates to the Land Development Code.
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KPBS Midday EditionIn a KPBS Midday Edition interview, the new San Diego City Council president stressed the importance of transparency and accountability for the council.
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Starting Jan. 1, employees within San Diego city limits will receive a minimum wage increase from $14 to $15 an hour.
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Cars can be a lifeline for people experiencing homelessness, but at night, safe parking can be a challenge.
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On Tuesday, San Diego city officials called for a stepped-up enforcement of the law.
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Two Scripps Health medical groups will stop taking Medicare Advantage in 2024. Scripps says it's losing millions of dollars and contracting with the private insurance companies who manage the plans is not sustainable.
- Thousands of San Diego service members deployed to Middle East
- In San Diego, rents rise slower where more homes are permitted
- San Diego Council committee passes $25 minimum wage for hospitality workers
- Unions representing laid off UC San Diego Health employees push back
- UC San Diego study shows more boomers are using cannabis, many for the first time