Santee, CA|News|
Overturned Fuel Truck Prompts Evacuations, Power Shutoff In El Cajon
Emergency crews reported gasoline spilling from the truck and flowing into nearby storm drains, officials said.
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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San Diego|News|
Big Lots Closing Another San Diego Store Amid Bankruptcy, Sale: Report
The discount retailer plans to shut down an additional 46 stores nationwide as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Circle K Offering Up To 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In San Diego
The deal will be available at participating Circle K gas stations in California, Oregon and Washington.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Get Up To 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas At Circle K In NorCal
The deal will be available at participating Circle K gas stations in California, Oregon and Washington.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Get Up To 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas At Circle K In SoCal
The deal will be available at participating Circle K gas stations in California, Oregon and Washington.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
2 Killed, Another Wounded In Attacks On Homeless In Oceanside
In response to the attacks, the department has increased patrol in parts of the city where the homeless are known to congregate.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested After SWAT Standoff In North County
After a nearly 11-hour SWAT standoff, Jeremiah Gowdy, 44, was arrested and taken to a hospital for a medical evaluation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
East County Educator Named 2025 California Teacher Of The Year
"Teaching mathematics is pure joy for me. My students make my days brighter and helping them realize they can do math is my favorite."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Area Educator Named 2025 California Teacher Of The Year
"This is the honor of my career."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Wildfire Burns 350 Acres Near Campo; Evacuation Orders Remain In Place
As of Tuesday morning, the fire was holding at 350 acres and was 25% contained, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Wildfire Near Campo Threatens Structures, Prompts Evacuations
Authorities issued evacuation orders and warnings for people in the area.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Oceanside Ranks Among The Safest Cities In America: Report
WalletHub compared 182 cities across three key dimensions: home and community safety, natural-disaster risk, and financial safety.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
3 San Diego Area Cities Rank Among The Safest In America: Report
WalletHub compared 182 cities across three key dimensions: home and community safety, natural-disaster risk, and financial safety.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Amazon Hiring Over 1,000 Workers In San Diego County
Pay for these seasonal jobs starts at $18 per hour, according to the company.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Violent Mob Attacks Clerk; Flash Mob Mall Robbery: SoCal In Brief
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
First Locally Acquired Dengue Case Reported In San Diego County
To prevent the disease from spreading, County Vector Control began spraying this weekend for mosquitoes at about 170 homes in Escondido.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Woman Brutally Attacked; Carjacker Drives Wrong Way: NorCal In Brief
Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal on Saturday and Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Don't Miss These Family-Friendly Fall Festivals In CA
Celebrate the fall season at one of these fall festivals happening across the state.
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Across California, CA|News|
These CA Cities Are Among The Best Small Cities To Live In: Report
The personal finance site WalletHub released its 2024 Best Small Cities in America list. See where California cities rank.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SD Weekend: Oktoberfests; Flocktoberfest; Super Hero Obstacle Race
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Oct. 5-6, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
