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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From Michelin stars to its first James Beard award finalist, the San Diego-Tijuana region’s culinary scene is on the rise. -
KPBS Midday EditionCalifornia has officially set aside $12 million for the descendants of people who were enslaved under the United States’ race-based system of chattel slavery. We learn about what's next. -
An iconic live music venue in North County is celebrating its golden jubilee. KPBS dives into the history and festivities in store for the Belly Up. -
Black Music Month closes this weekend with the Black Arts and Culture District Music Festival in San Diego, highlighting local artists across multiple genres. -
Barrio Logan is well known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. Now there’s a new addition to further honor the Latino community — a Piñata Art Fest. -
Local musicians, artists and chefs are taking over one of San Diego’s busiest neighborhood this weekend. The third annual North Park Music Festival is focusing this year’s sound and feel on music beyond borders.
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Fishing off the Oceanside pier is pretty popular, but the bridge connecting to the pier is nearly 100 years old and is reaching the end of its structural lifespan. -
San Diego County school districts cope with triple-digit temperatures as their students begin the fall semester in a heat wave. -
Three institutions in Balboa Park will split more than $7 million.
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- New nonstop flights available between San Diego and Amsterdam
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