Across California, CA|News|
58 CA Colleges Among 500 'That Shine' With Top Salaries For Grads: Forbes
Forbes considered 14 metrics to determine the top 500 that offer the best educational, financial and career outcomes.
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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Santee, CA|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In Santee
The deal will be available at more than 700 locations across 11 states.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In Oceanside
The deal will be available at more than 700 locations across 11 states.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas Near Encinitas
The deal will be available at more than 700 locations across 11 states.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas Near Carlsbad
The deal will be available at more than 700 locations across 11 states.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In San Diego County
The deal will be available at more than 700 locations across 11 states.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Police To Conduct DUI Checkpoint In North County
"Impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of vehicle crashes locally and nationwide," Interim Chief of Police Ryan Banks said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Escondido, CA|News|
Police To Conduct DUI Checkpoint In Escondido
"Impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of vehicle crashes locally and nationwide," Interim Chief of Police Ryan Banks said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Hyundai Translead Donates Refrigerated Trailer To San Diego Food Bank
The trailer will be used to transport perishable goods from the food bank's Miramar warehouse to distribution sites throughout the region.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SeaWorld San Diego's Halloween Spooktacular To Return With All-New Spooky Surprises
The family-friendly event will feature enchanting mermaids, whimsical pirates, spooky surprises and trick-or-treating throughout the park.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Inmate Escapes Reentry Program In San Diego County
Angel Rayburn, 37, had tampered with her ankle monitor and walked out of a Female Community Reentry Program facility, the CDCR said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Inmate From Riverside Escapes Reentry Program In San Diego County
Angel Rayburn, 37, had tampered with her ankle monitor and walked out of a Female Community Reentry Program facility, the CDCR said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Cops To Flood San Diego Roads In Aggressive DUI Crackdown Over Labor Day Weekend: CHP
San Diego County drivers should be extra careful this holiday weekend.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
El Cajon Police Drones Aid La Mesa Fire, Find Theft Suspect
A police drone assisted crews battling a commercial blaze, while another drone helped officers find a theft suspect, authorities said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
$7.5M Lottery Scratchers Ticket Sold In San Diego County
Five lucky Scratchers winners won a combined total of $17.5 million in August across the Golden State, the California Lottery announced.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Hundreds Of Mountain Yellow-Legged Frogs Leap Back Into Wild In SoCal
Birch Aquarium, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and other organizations are working together to save the endangered species.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Blood Donations Needed In Encinitas After 'Busy Summer Travel Season'
San Diego County Credit Union is hosting several blood drives in support of the San Diego Blood Bank.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Blood Donations Needed After 'Busy Summer Travel Season' In San Diego County
San Diego County Credit Union is hosting several blood drives in support of the San Diego Blood Bank.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Where To Go Fishing For Free This Weekend In San Diego County
On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on Free Fishing Day.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Where To Go Fishing For Free Near Santee This Weekend
On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on Free Fishing Day.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff