Carlsbad, CA|News|
Man Beaten To Death Outside Carlsbad Library
A Carlsbad man was arrested and booked into the Vista Detention Facility on suspicion of murder, 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|
3,300 Pints Of Blood Collected At San Diego Comic-Con Blood Drive
The Robert A. Heinlein Blood Drive is the San Diego Blood Bank's largest and longest-running blood drive.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
SigAlert: Water Main Break Prompts SR-52 Off-Ramp Closures
A water main break was reported near Cuyamaca Street and Buena Vista Avenue, according to the city of Santee.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Over 200 Weapons Turned In During Gun Safety Event In Encinitas
If any guns are found to be stolen, the original owners will be contacted. All remaining weapons will be destroyed, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Over 200 Weapons Turned In During Gun Safety Event In San Diego County
If any guns are found to be stolen, the original owners will be contacted. All remaining weapons will be destroyed, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
3 San Diego County Deputies Fatally Shoot Armed Suspect In Santee Standoff
The deputies who fired their weapons have been employed by the sheriff's office for about 15, 11 and 9 years, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
90-Year-Old Woman Reported Missing In San Diego
Otilia De Orozco Martinez, 90, is considered at-risk, according to the San Diego Police Department.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Riders Dangle On Theme Park Ride + Teen Crashes Into Homes + Warm-Up: 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
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Riverside Parents Arrested For Child Abuse, Drug Trafficking: Police
During the child abuse investigation, detectives also suspected the parents were trafficking illegal narcotics from the home.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
2 Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide In San Diego
Officers found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her upper torso and a man suffering from a gunshot wound to his head, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Winning SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In Los Angeles County
The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Plane Crash Victims ID'd + Body Found In River + Nightclub Shooting: 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
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Body Found In Russian River Believed To Be Missing Man
A man was seen using a rope swing to jump into the water but then did not resurface, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In August In California
Summer isn't over yet! Here are some of the best things to do with kids in August.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Weekend Guide: Comic-Con; Hello Kitty Cafe Truck; Makers Arcade Summer Fair; Wine And Food Festival
Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, July 26-July 27, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
10 Kinds Of Ice Cream Bars Sold In CA Recalled Due To Listeria Concerns
Listeriosis can be severe and even life-threatening for pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Animal Baby Boom + Discounted Disneyland Tickets + Comic-Con Kicks Off + Rare Sea Creatures: Saturday Smiles
Aquarium helps save threatened species; Six Flags unveils "massive" deal; Tasmanian devils get new home; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Deadly Pileup; House Fire; Illegal Gambling Den; Violent Fight: San Diego 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|
Deadly Pileup; House Fire; Illegal Gambling Den; Violent Fight: Santee, San Diego 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|
Deadly Pileup; House Fire; Illegal Gambling Den; Violent Fight: Oceanside, San Diego 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