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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Catholics across San Diego honored and celebrated the late Pope Francis with special memorial masses Wednesday. Pope Francis made a lasting impact on people of all ages among the local faithful. -
The war in Vietnam ended with the fall of Sàigòn 50 years ago, changing the course of many lives — from those who served, to those who fled Vietnam. Many have ties to San Diego. -
The city of Escondido’s public library will temporarily close Saturday to prepare for a major renovation project. For about a year, the library will move into North County Mall’s first floor. -
Catholics around the San Diego area joined faithful around the world and international leaders Monday to mourn the death of Pope Francis. -
Protestors rallied on UCSD campus and in downtown San Diego Wednesday, calling on federal judges for action. -
The "Hands Off" protests will rally against the administration's handling of federal programs and mass federal employee firings, as well as Elon Musk's involvement through the Department of Government Efficiency.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a special election on Nov. 4 to introduce new U.S. House maps. The goal is to win more Democratic seats. This move responds to Republican efforts to gain five seats in Texas. -
After decades of strict adherence to the California Environmental Quality Act, lawmakers have greenlit a transformative measure that promises to break down bureaucratic barriers and unlock new avenues for housing construction in the nation's most populous state. -
The San Diego City Council voted 7-2 Tuesday to approve a $6 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which will cut library hours on Sundays and not fill certain executive positions, but restores recreation center hours, Monday library hours at select branches and lake access.
- In Escondido, a school board member changes her name but not her politics
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools
- San Diego City Council to once again consider Balboa Park parking fees
- Elected officials announce proposed ordinance aimed at fed enforcement actions