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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Black Music Month closes this weekend with the Black Arts and Culture District Music Festival in San Diego, highlighting local artists across multiple genres. -
Barrio Logan is well known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. Now there’s a new addition to further honor the Latino community — a Piñata Art Fest. -
Local musicians, artists and chefs are taking over one of San Diego’s busiest neighborhood this weekend. The third annual North Park Music Festival is focusing this year’s sound and feel on music beyond borders. -
A musical created for and by San Diego's South Bay is ready to bring the swap meet to the stage. "Pásale Pásale" is a hyperlocal production that focuses on the resilience of the Latinx community. -
Fat Ham is an award-winning story that reimagines a timeless Shakespeare tale. -
Digital works were on display this weekend in downtown San Diego, showing what it's like to see the world in adolescence. ‘Voice Out’ highlights young artists with ties on both sides of the border.
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The San Diego Housing Commission's Multidisciplinary Outreach Program received $750,000 in secure funds from the state. -
Port and city officials broke ground Tuesday on the $19.7 million Sweetwater Park in Chula Vista. -
San Diego’s water managers kicked off the new water year by announcing they have secured enough water for the next year, but issues are bubbling up.
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