San Diego|News|
Man Shot In Head During Fight Between 2 Groups In San Diego
The suspect and two to three others left the area in a black four-door sedan, police 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|
Teacher Honored For Her 'Dedication To The Children'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
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Santee, CA|News|
Man Fatally Shot In San Diego's East County
Joshua Gonzalez, 27, of Lemon Grove was expected to be booked on suspicion of murder.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
2 Displaced In Banning House Fire
The Red Cross responded to assist the people displaced by the fire.
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San Diego|News|
Toddler Dies In Hot Car; Quakes; Hate Crime Attacks: 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
Orange County, CA|News|
Toddler Dies After Being Locked In Hot Car Amid SoCal Heat Wave
The woman and her daughter were taken to a hospital, where the child was pronounced dead, Officer Matt Sutter told Patch.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Arsenal Of Explosives; Earthquakes; Major Cooldown: NorCal In Brief
Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Multiple Earthquakes Rattle Northern California
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake rattled Sonoma County, followed by two smaller quakes in the area, according to the USGS.
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Across California, CA|News|
Police Find Alligators, Weapons During Warrant Search Of NorCal Home
Officers found two small alligators, as well as three handguns, five rifles and various calibers of ammunition, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
4 Injured In Pellet Gun 'Hate Crime' Attacks In San Diego
The suspects were described as white males and were seen driving in a light-colored minivan, police said.
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San Diego|News|
Fatal Fall; Wild Crash Video; Body Found: 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|
Fatal Fall; Wild Crash Video: 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
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Fatal Fall; Wild Crash Video: Oceanside, SD 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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Encinitas, CA|News|
Fatal Fall; Wild Crash Video: Encinitas, SD 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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Carlsbad, CA|News|
Fatal Fall; Wild Crash Video: 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
Santee, CA|News|
SD Weekend: Halloween Spooktacular; Grape Stomp; Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Sept. 7-8, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Pixar Putt Pop-Up; Tiger Cub Born; Stagecoach Lineup: Saturday Smiles
Elusive stray dog rescued; free Howl-O-Scream tickets; Lego spiders invade Legoland; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Tonight In San Diego's North County
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Video Shows Erratic Driver Swerve Across Freeway, Slam Into SUV
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
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San Diego|News|
Tiger Cub Born At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
"We are thrilled at the birth of this very special tiger cub at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
