
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 San Diego County Board of Supervisors has discussed a federal designation that would target pollution issues in the Tijuana River Valley.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe state of California is suing ExxonMobil, alleging the company created a pollution crisis.
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On Roundtable, we're exploring what’s behind this season's turnaround for the Padres and hopes heading into the playoffs.
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KPBS Midday EditionLast week's heat wave was a reminder that climate change is pushing our weather to the extremes.
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KPBS Midday EditionOn Midday Edition Tuesday, we look at how Project 2025 could impact climate policy, education and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
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KPBS Midday EditionA local nonprofit that serves homeless veterans is now prohibited from offering them treatment for substance use disorder. We learn why. Then, we hear about how the new KPBS "true crime" podcast, Free Jane, came to be.
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Three institutions in Balboa Park will split more than $7 million.
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Wildfire risk is not going away in Southern California, but Cal Fire officials say Hilary may ease chances of a destructive fire for a couple of weeks.
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Rain, wind, high surf and sewage are all concerns for Imperial Beach as the community prepares for the arrival of a rare summertime storm.
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