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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Martin Luther King Jr. Day was celebrated at many events across San Diego County with most local festivities taking health precautions due to a surge in COVID-19. -
Some forms of public transit will soon be on a reduced schedule because of the ripple effects of the pandemic. -
It’s part of his effort to address what he termed five of the most populous state’s “biggest challenges” in a $286 billion budget proposal Monday. -
Wednesday will be Lorena Gonzalez’s last day in the California State Assembly. -
The San Diego City Council approved 33 updates to the Land Development Code. -
KPBS Midday EditionIn a KPBS Midday Edition interview, the new San Diego City Council president stressed the importance of transparency and accountability for the council.
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Another flex alert was issued for Thursday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. as temperatures are expected to spike again. -
The agreement still must be ratified by the membership of Unite Here Local 30 before it becomes final. -
The San Diego City Council Monday voted to continue the city's Safe Parking Program through June 2023 and expand hours.
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