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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Local workforce experts from San Diego's top industries agreed that they are looking forward to some economic rebound in 2021. -
While federal roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine has been slower than projected, pharmacies will begin receiving the vaccines starting Thursday, according to the National Association of Chain Drug Stores. -
Encinitas resident Syndee Wood has raised nearly $12,000 for food donations from local restaurants to be delivered to staff at San Diego County hospitals. -
Governor Gavin Newsom made a flurry of announcements Monday, including increased staffing for COVID-19 vaccinations and flexibility on who can administer and receive the shots. -
San Diego County is in full Phase 1A of COVID-19 vaccinations. That means all health care personnel and the residents and employees of long-term care facilities are eligible to get immunized. -
KPBS Midday EditionThere are currently 42 farmers in San Diego County who are growing some of the world’s rarest and most expensive coffee varieties.
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North County’s newest hospital is preparing to open Wednesday with Kaiser’s San Marcos Medical Center. -
Enforcement of San Diego's recently passed Unsafe Camping Ordinance will begin Monday. -
El Capitan Preserve in Lakeside, Hellhole Canyon Preserve in Valley Center and Mt. Gower County Preserve in Ramona will be closed Aug. 1 through 31.
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