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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The start of 2023 also marks the end of San Diego's annual International Auto Show. Monday was the final day of the auto event featuring new cars and trucks at the San Diego Convention Center. -
Holiday season is in full swing and the spirit of giving has extra meaning for some San Diegans. One of the region’s new toy drives is bringing the gifts right to people’s doorsteps. -
While the Supreme Court weighs arguments over lifting Title 42, some San Diego leaders are worried about resources to help incoming migrants. -
While California's flavored tobacco ban is being hailed by health organizations, convenience store owners say the products are being unfairly targeted. -
San Diego is now among the highest-cost metro areas in the nation. -
San Diego — along with Citrus Heights, Fontana, Oakland, Roseville and West Sacramento — joined Sacramento in the designation.
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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. -
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria says he’s proposing the largest infrastructure investment in city history.
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