Jacob Aere

San Diego

Speak City Heights Reporter at KPBS-TV (San Diego, CA)

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UC San Diego activists protest visa revocations for five students

2 weeks ago | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

In front of the Geisel Library, dozens of UC San Diego activists made their voices heard — loud and clear. “We are here to say one simple thing, ‘Not on our watch, not in our America!’” said lead protest organizer Daniel Soria. The San Diego native and fourth year UC San Diego student said the group was voicing opposition to student visa revocations. In recent weeks, several international university students in the U.S. have been taken by immigration agents or had their legal status questioned.
Veterans Day festival in Escondido honors North County service members

Nov 11, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

Patriotism, honor and fun were front and center Monday morning in Escondido at the fifth annual VetFest Parade. “It's a big honor to be invited to lead the parade. So we were able to get quite a few of our riders out today,” said Rafael Del Vecchio. The Desert Storm veteran and a dozen or so other veteran bikers from the American Legion Riders Chapter 149 kicked off the event. “We actually have a lot of veterans that live up here in this area, in this part of the county,” Del Vecchio said.
Where do San Diego and state ballot races stand?

Nov 8, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jeanne Kuang |Jacob Aere

S1: Hey there , San Diego , it's time for KPBS roundtable. I'm Andrew Bracken today. From closely contested sales tax measures to erase , to decide the balance of power in San Diego County , we get the latest on local election results , including the race for San Diego mayor. S2: I have a very simple message this evening. Let's get back to work. Let's fill those potholes. Let's house the homeless. Let's keep our city safe.
San Diego County valleys, mountains under fire weather watch midweek

Nov 4, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

Dry and windy weather is in store across San Diego County. Strong Santa Ana winds are expected from Wednesday evening into Thursday afternoon. Those winds and other unfavorable weather conditions have led to the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a fire weather watch. "Fire weather watch means that conditions could lead to (a) red flag (warning).
North County leaders gather to discuss homeless solutions

Oct 30, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

Interfaith Community Services holds a meeting every year with volunteers, donors and community members to talk about what’s working and what's needed to help those who are unhoused. Like every year, Wednesday’s discussion featured faith and a focus on the ongoing problems and solutions regarding homelessness in North County. “At its simplest level the increase in homelessness is the result of housing unaffordability,” said Greg Anglea, the organization's CEO.
Construction begins on double track train bridge at North County's Batiquitos Lagoon

Oct 29, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

At the picturesque wetlands where land meets sea between Carlsbad and Encinitas, construction crews have started to dig in on the Batiquitos Lagoon Double Track Project. It's a joint effort between Caltrans and the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) to replace an old wooden bridge and improve service.
How are Latinos in the Southwest US doing this presidential election season?

Oct 25, 2024 | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Jacob Aere

S1: Hey there , San Diego , it's time for KPBS roundtable. I'm Andrew Bracken. Today we hear about one columnists road trip across America Southwest to connect with Latino communities across the political spectrum to hear about their concerns and views in an election year. S2: I just think this assumption that there is a Latino vote and that Latinos are supposed to vote a certain way because they're Latinos , it's just very insulting on so many different levels.
El Registro de Votantes de San Diego invita al público a una prueba de boletas

Oct 23, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere
San Diego Registrar of Voters invites public for ballot testing

Oct 22, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere

With Election Day two weeks away, San Diego County election officials are trying to reassure the public that their ballots will be counted accurately. Tuesday they performed what's called a public Logic and Accuracy Test. It’s an inside look to instill confidence in the democratic process ahead of Election Day.
Proposed federal designation could address pollution in Tijuana River Valley

Oct 14, 2024 | kpbs.org | Jacob Aere |Elaine Alfaro

S1: Welcome to KPBS roundtable. I'm Andrew Bracken. Cross-border pollution between Tijuana and San Diego has seriously impacted the environment in the South Bay. And now there are more accurate tools to measure it. We hear more about what researchers have found. S2: They found , you know , elements like ammonia , which is a byproduct of raw sewage on phosphorus , an ingredient in soaps and cleaners that are actually banned in the US.