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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Under a partial shutdown, thousands of active-duty military members, Border Patrol agents and other federal employees would go without pay. -
The competition proves people of all abilities can surf professionally at the highest level, regardless of what life throws at them. -
A new study revealed that commuting may cost San Diegans more than they think. -
The first-ever homeless shelter in Oceanside is housing new residents. The San Diego Rescue Mission-run navigation center is open to single men, women and families. -
A provider of homeless services in Chula Vista says they are seeing an influx of people experiencing homelessness and seeking services. -
The new shelter — a former motel in Barrio Logan — will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Local leaders Wednesday praised a decision that'll advance longstanding plans to bring a four-year university to the South Bay city. -
Community members are calling for an investigation into the incident and for charges against the officers for excessive use of force and failure to intervene. -
Shipping containers that used to move products across the ocean will have a new life as affordable housing.
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