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 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. -
A new local opera company is about to make its debut in downtown San Diego. Opera a la Carte is using regional talent in their productions and making the high-class art of opera accessible to all. -
KPBS got an inside look at Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival 2024, which is poised to be one of the biggest events in the entire county.
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Martinez topped the seven-candidate field in Tuesday's election to secure a spot on the runoff in the race to succeed longtime sheriff's department head Bill Gore, who retired earlier this year. -
The report is a major step toward educating the public and setting the stage for an official government apology and case for financial reparations. The 500-page document lays out the harm suffered by descendants of enslaved people long after slavery was abolished in the 19th century. -
The pay increases for Sempra executives came at a time of soaring profits for the company.
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