Across California, CA|News|
CA City Named Greenest In U.S.: Ranking
Eleven cities in California rank among the top 20 greenest cities in the country, according to a new report from WalletHub.
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|
Record Highs Reported In Parts Of San Diego County Amid Fall Heat Wave
Dangerously hot conditions are expected with temperatures from 108 to 115 in the deserts, and in the upper 90s to 106 in the valleys.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Named America's Greenest City: Ranking
In recognition of October being National Energy Awareness Month, WalletHub released its report on 2024's Greenest Cities in America.
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Santee, CA|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle On SR-94 In East County
The man was standing on the freeway, according to the CHP.
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San Diego|News|
4 Meerkat Pups Born At San Diego Zoo
The pups are the first litter at the zoo in six years.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Parts Of San Diego County Under Excessive Heat Warning
Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illness, according to the National Weather Service.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
These Are The Best School Districts In San Diego County: Ranking
Niche's annual rankings are based on test scores, academic performance, and input from students, alumni and parents.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
These Are The Best School Districts In CA, New Ranking Says
Niche's annual rankings are based on test scores, academic performance, and input from students, alumni and parents.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Incarcerated Man Walks Away From San Diego Reentry Program
Michael A. Jacobson, 42, had been housed at the San Diego reentry facility since Dec. 26, 2023.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Balboa Park Ranks Among Yelp's 'Top 20 Most Popular Of All Time'
Yelp released its "Top 20 Most Popular Businesses of All Time" list in celebration of the review website's 20th anniversary.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
E. Coli Found In Water; Rabies-Infected Bat At Zoo: 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|
Rabies-Infected Bat Found At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
The county said officials have detected five rabid bats in 2024 throughout the San Diego region.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Power Shutoffs; Earthquake; Triple-Digit Temperatures: 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
Watsonville, CA|News|
Earthquake Rattles Bay Area Residents
The quake was felt across the Bay Area, according to the USGS's "Did You Feel It?" map.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
12 CA Businesses Rank Among Yelp's 'Top 20 Most Popular Of All Time'
Yelp released its "Top 20 Most Popular Businesses of All Time" list in celebration of the review website's 20th anniversary.
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Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: How To Get Free Admission To National Parks Saturday
As the seasons change and temperatures cool, it's a great time for families to go outdoors and explore one of California's national parks.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Blue Ribbon Schools; New Businesses; Top Restaurants: Saturday Smiles
Bear moves into crawlspace; Earth to get a second moon; Howl-O-Scream kicks off at SeaWorld; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SD Weekend: Bayfest; Howl-O-Scream; Oktoberfest; Restaurant Week
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Sept. 28-29, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Drug Busts; Assault Weapon; Sex Crimes: San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
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Santee, CA|News|
Drug Busts; Sex Crimes Sentence: Santee, 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