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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Accessing the beach is now a little more difficult in one part of Encinitas. A beach parking lot south of the city has been temporarily closed due to recent storm damage. -
So far, San Diego County was mostly spared from the storm that barreled into California over the weekend. But rescue teams are still on high alert. -
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The San Diego region has tried a number of different temporary solutions for homelessness. Now, the county will try tiny cabins. -
Flooding once again became a problem along the North County coast Thursday. Homes and businesses there suffered significant flood damage last week. -
North County leaders say project impacts the local tourism industry and beach access for San Diegans.
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The city's first "safe sleeping" site has been open for a week. There are 14 tents in use and space for 116 more. -
The jail in Otay Mesa will soon house 200 inmates, freeing up space at other detention facilities in need of repairs. -
There are more than 11,000 students unhoused across San Diego. They were not included in the recent Point-in-Time count.
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