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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KPBS Midday EditionOn Midday Edition, we hear from two guests about their firsthand experiences on and after 9/11. We also delve into the lessons learned from the War on Terror. -
We learn about what they are and how they'd work if passed. -
Is a migrant crime wave really sweeping across American cities? The data says no. -
KPBS Midday EditionAug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. We'll talk about exposure to illicit drugs, the science behind addiction and where to find help. -
California's public colleges are welcoming students back, but the new year comes with restrictions curbing student protests. -
KPBS Midday EditionOn Midday Edition Wednesday, we caught up with Olympians who shared their San Diego roots and medal-winning experiences across multiple sports. Plus, we discuss how skateboarding, a two-time Olympic sport, can create social change.
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Cars can be a lifeline for people experiencing homelessness, but at night, safe parking can be a challenge. -
On Tuesday, San Diego city officials called for a stepped-up enforcement of the law. -
Two Scripps Health medical groups will stop taking Medicare Advantage in 2024. Scripps says it's losing millions of dollars and contracting with the private insurance companies who manage the plans is not sustainable.
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- Crews responding to wildfire near Bonsall
- 60,000 hit San Diego streets in ‘No Kings’ protest
- Top House Democrat asks Microsoft about DOGE code allegedly tied to NLRB data removal
- New state bill would require Imperial County to translate key documents into Spanish