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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Encinitas resident Syndee Wood has raised nearly $12,000 for food donations from local restaurants to be delivered to staff at San Diego County hospitals. -
Governor Gavin Newsom made a flurry of announcements Monday, including increased staffing for COVID-19 vaccinations and flexibility on who can administer and receive the shots. -
San Diego County is in full Phase 1A of COVID-19 vaccinations. That means all health care personnel and the residents and employees of long-term care facilities are eligible to get immunized. -
KPBS Midday EditionThere are currently 42 farmers in San Diego County who are growing some of the world’s rarest and most expensive coffee varieties. -
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria signed an executive order this week calling for stronger enforcement of COVID-19 health orders by police and the City Attorney’s Office. -
The team proved it is all in on challenging the LA Dodgers by trading for two all-star pitchers and a star infielder from Korea.
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It's part of a larger trend across the nation to skirt local and state laws protections for LGBTQ+ students. -
One man in Vista honors military history through a collection of artifacts — more than 2,000 of them. But his collection needs a new home. -
The theme for this year’s San Diego County Fair is "Get Out There."
- In Escondido, a school board member changes her name but not her politics
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools
- San Diego City Council to once again consider Balboa Park parking fees
- Elected officials announce proposed ordinance aimed at fed enforcement actions