Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Oceanside Among Best Cities To Retire In CA: Report
A report from Retirement Living looked at the best places to retire in the Golden State.
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|
10 Dogs Die In Care Of Trainer + 6 Teens Wounded In Shooting + Power Shutoffs: 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 Francisco, CA|News|
Man Hanging From Cliff Rescued + 6 Dead, 2 Missing After Boat Capsizes + Bay Area Quake: 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
Orange County, CA|News|
10 Dogs Die While In Care Of Orange County Animal Trainer
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were arrested after at least 10 dogs have died, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Earthquake Rattles Parts Of San Francisco Bay Area
The quake was reported Sunday afternoon. Did you feel it?
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
These Are The Best Cities To Retire In CA: Report
A report from Retirement Living looked at the best places to retire in the Golden State.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
7 CA Beaches Named Among Nation's Best 'Hidden Gems'
Frugal Flyer surveyed travelers to discover the top "hidden gem" beaches in the country. Three Golden State beaches ranked among the top 10.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Prankster Wins Lottery + Puppies Rescued From Desert + 'Must-Visit' Pizzeria: Saturday Smiles
Coffee shop opens new location; outdoor chain opening new stores; zoo welcomes 10 endangered condor hatchlings; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: 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|
Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: 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|
Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: 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
Encinitas, CA|News|
Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: Encinitas, 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
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: Carlsbad, 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|
Crews Works To Contain Wildfire In Lakeside
A total of 720 firefighting personnel were assigned to the blaze Friday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Renters Are Taking Over CA Suburbs, New Study Finds
A new study from Point2Homes showed that 203 suburbs across the country's 20 largest metros now have more renters than homeowners.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SeaWorld San Diego's Summer Spectacular Concert Series Kicks Off Saturday
The concert series will feature Baby Bash, Bow Wow, Fat Joe and Soulja Boy, among other hip-hop, R&B and rap artists.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Man Charged After Failing To Seek Care For Dog, Leading To Leg Amputation
Eagle's owner, Osvaldo Deleon, 61, was charged with felony animal abuse and neglect, officials announced.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Convict Who Walked Away From San Diego Reentry Program Captured In Carlsbad
State park rangers took Justin M. Dake, 29, into custody without incident at Carlsbad State Beach, authorities said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Wildfire Burns Over 800 Acres, Injures 3 In San Diego's East County
The blaze, called the Monte Fire, sparked in the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Wildfire Smoke Triggers Smoke Advisory For Parts Of San Diego County
As of Tuesday afternoon, the smoke is blowing to the east toward Alpine, the air district said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
