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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Firefighters are continuing to battle a brush fire east of Julian that broke out over the weekend. -
Authorities Tuesday publicly identified a homeless man who allegedly approached Escondido police officer last week with a 2-foot-long crowbar, prompting the officer to fatally shoot him. -
Over 50% of San Diego County’s eligible adult population has now received at least the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, but there are still obstacles on the road to herd immunity. -
To mark the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, some San Diego County organizations have been cleaning up state beaches and parks in coastal areas. -
With the reopening of Legoland, there is hope that tourists coming to the amusement park will boost businesses across Carlsbad. -
Following two weeks of a limited reopening, Legoland California officially reopened Thursday, allowing access to Sea Life aquarium, Lego Chima Water Park and some of the park's more than 60 rides, shows and attractions.
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There’s nothing better for a kid than to splash around in the pool. But that’s also where the danger lies. -
The U.S. Women's National Team begins its World Cup journey against Vietnam. -
One of the region's largest events returned Thursday.
- Live election results: San Diego County District 1 Supervisor
- Hundreds of veterans volunteer to attend asylum hearings with Afghans
- Marines are now stationed on the California border. Newsom’s office calls it ‘mission creep’
- Federal data reveals the truth about immigrant detention
- Southeast San Diego celebrates modest victory over gun violence