Across California, CA|News|
These Restaurants Are The Most Fascinating In CA, Food Site Says
Food Love, whose content includes recipes, food news, and opinion pieces, ranked the selections.
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|
San Diego Named Best CA City For Staycations: Report
"It's a prime example of how a city can create everyday luxury at home," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo told Patch.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
18 Finalists Named For San Diego County Fair's Fair-Tastic Foods Competition
This year's competition is divided into three categories — WOW, Theme, and "So San Diego" — with classes for sweet and savory items.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Baby Dolphins Born + Bald Eagles Leave Nest + Best Golf Course: Saturday Smiles
Iconic frozen cocktail chain opening first California location in SoCal; music student accepted into Grammy Camp; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Bird Smuggling; Plane Crash; Human Trafficking: 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
Encinitas, CA|News|
Bird Smuggling; Plane Crash; Human Trafficking: 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
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Bird Smuggling; Plane Crash; Human Trafficking: 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
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Bird Smuggling; Plane Crash; Human Trafficking: 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
San Diego|News|
Bird Smuggling; Plane Crash; Human Trafficking: 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
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Fair To Feature 6 Festival Days This Summer
The festival lineup includes annual favorites as well as a new K-Pop Festival.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Oceanside Community Foundation Awards $90K In Grants To Local Nonprofits
The grants were announced during the organization's annual Grant Awards Celebration at the Veterans Association of North County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Santee Summer Concerts Series Kicks Off Thursday
Cassie B will kick off the series with a Taylor Swift tribute.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Another Exotic Bird Smuggler Busted At San Diego Border: Officials
This is the third person who has tried to smuggle exotic birds through San Diego border crossings in the past several weeks.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Encinitas Student Accepted Into Grammy Camp
Ty Morgan, a student at The Grauer School, was selected for the 21st annual Grammy Camp.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Student Accepted Into Grammy Camp
Ty Morgan, a student at The Grauer School in Encinitas, was selected for the 21st annual Grammy Camp.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Fair Kicks Off Pet-tacular Summer At Del Mar Fairgrounds
The 2025 San Diego County Fair will run through July 6 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Boat Carrying 5 Migrants Stopped Off Coast Of Point Loma
Authorities said all five individuals aboard the vessel claimed Mexican nationality.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Search Suspended For Victims Of Plane Crash Off Coast Of Point Loma
"The decision to suspend a search is never an easy one," said Lt. Cmdr Justin Brooks, a search and rescue mission coordinator.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Area City Among U.S. Cities With Highest Quality Of Life: Report
The U.S. Social Progress Map covers all 50 states, the 500 largest U.S. cities, and 32,000 neighborhoods.
Kristina Houck and Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Carlsbad Among U.S. Cities With Highest Quality Of Life: Report
The U.S. Social Progress Map covers all 50 states, the 500 largest U.S. cities, and 32,000 neighborhoods.
Kristina Houck and Michael Wittner, Patch Staff