
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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Medieval poetry will be transformed into a dramatic composition for orchestra, chorus, and ballet dancers. City Ballet of San Diego is getting ready to perform "Carmina Burana" and tell a tragic Black Tuesday tale from the beginning of the Great Depression.
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The suit said Surf Sports Park is being misused, with too many events, too many people and too many cars coming to the city-owned site. Park operators said they’re benefiting the community and strive to comply with all aspects of their lease.
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Some passenger trains are finally moving through San Clemente once again, after being stopped by a landslide in late January. Repairs are still underway and a plan to prevent future rail closures is in the works.
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Incumbent Democrat Tasha Boerner is running once again for the Assembly District 77 seat, but two challengers — one from each party — are looking to take her spot.
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Three Democrats are going head to head for State Assembly District 79, which covers much of southeast San Diego and surrounding cities to the east.
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A new shelter has just opened to help homeless residents in Vista and Encinitas. The Buena Vista Navigation Center has a low-barrier to entry and includes semi-private rooms with two beds.
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The theme for this year’s San Diego County Fair is "Get Out There."
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Residents say the rural street is not designed to handle the added traffic. The city will install an electronic gate to provide emergency access.
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Ludivina Vera moved into her daughter and son-in-law's National City home out of necessity due to her health.
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