Encinitas, CA|News|
Double-Fatal Shooting; Bomb Threat: Encinitas, SD County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
- San Diego, CA
Kristina Houck is a field editor for Patch Media, covering San Diego County. Prior to joining Patch, Kristina served as a staff reporter for San Diego Union-Tribune Community Press, a group of community newspapers including Del Mar Times, Solana Beach Sun, Carmel Valley News, Rancho Santa Fe Review and Encinitas Advocate.
With a background in journalism and public relations, Kristina has served on the board and chaired the communications committee of San Diego-based literacy nonprofit Words Alive. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and political science with minors in English and religious studies from San Diego State University.
Contact Kristina at Kristina.Houck@patch.com.
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Carlsbad, CA|News|
Double-Fatal Shooting; Bomb Threat: Carlsbad, SD County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
2 San Diego Elementary Schools Among Top 10 In CA: U.S. News Ranking
U.S. News researchers based the 2025 ranking on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
These Are The Best Elementary Schools In CA: U.S. News Ranking
U.S. News researchers based the 2025 ranking on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Pups Saved From Burning Car; Disneyland's Newest Ride: Saturday Smiles
City celebrates Mariah Carey Day; 89-year-old veteran graduates high school; Disneyland offers free ticket deal; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Suspect In Homicide Investigation Last Seen In Orange County: Police
Authorities said the suspect is considered dangerous, so don't approach him and call police.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Suspect In Oceanside Homicide Investigation Last Seen In OC: Police
Authorities said the suspect is considered dangerous, so don't approach him and call police.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Whooping Cough Cases On The Rise In San Diego County
County public health officials reported a notable increase in cases this year over recent years.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Humane Society Expands 'Dog Day Out' Program
The program allows community members to take adoptable dogs out for a few hours, giving them a break from the shelter.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
County Awarded $250K Grant For Child Safety Seat Education
Families in need will receive child safety seats at no cost.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
2nd Suspect Arrested In Deadly North County Shooting
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested Kevin Omar Ramirez, 24, at the San Ysidro Port of Entry.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
4th Suspect Arrested In 2023 East County Homicide
Daniel Ethridge, 44, was arrested in St. Paul, Minnesota, on suspicion of theft charges and a warrant for the homicide, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Student Arrested For Shooting Threats At San Diego Area Middle School
A Bonita Vista Middle School student was arrested for threatening to commit a shooting at the South Bay campus, authorities said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Children's Discovery Museum To Host 8th Annual 'Space Night'
"At the museum, we pride ourselves in creating authentic hands-on learning experiences that spark a love of learning."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Free Elder Fraud Prevention Seminars Slated In San Diego County
The events will educate seniors and their families about preventing fraud and scams.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Sheriff's Office Awarded Traffic Safety Grant
Funds will pay for impaired driving checkpoints, patrols and distracted driving and traffic enforcement, according to the sheriff's office.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Car Crashes Through Condo, Hits Sleeping Couple In San Diego County
A man and a woman were inside the home and struck by the vehicle while sleeping in bed.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Man Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle In North County
The man was taken to a hospital and was in critical condition, sheriff's officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Applicants Needed For 2025-26 San Diego County Grand Jury
Qualified San Diego County residents must apply by Jan. 10, 2025.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Countdown Begins For Legoland California's Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Carlsbad theme park is preparing for the holiday season with the return of its three-story tall Lego Christmas tree.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
