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.
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The restaurant chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May to recoup some of the losses for its "Ultimate Endless Shrimp" promotion.
The restaurant chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May to recoup some of the losses for its "Ultimate Endless Shrimp" promotion.
The suspect remains at large.
"Deputies attempted to stop the stolen vehicle, but the driver fled, and a vehicle pursuit ensued," Lt. Matthew Carpentar said.
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.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's tactical bomb technicians responded to the scene.
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal on Saturday and Sunday.
The victim barricaded himself in a room, but the suspect hacked at the door, police said.
Resources from neighboring East County fire departments, Cal Fire and the city of San Diego were working to contain the flames.
The report featured a ranking of the top 50 real estate markets in the country, according to Realtor.com.
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Aug. 24-25, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Dumping ground transformed into "magical park;" restaurants win grants; scientists study rare deep-sea fish; and more nice SoCal news.
Dejhaun Jones, a 20-year-old Oceanside resident, was arrested on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter and DUI-related charges.
"We rarely interact with them, so each specimen can provide valuable information about these unique creatures and open ocean ecosystems..."
Spooktacular will feature a pirate-themed adventure filled with interactive activities and more trick-or-treat stations than ever before.
