San Diego|News|
Multiple DUI Checkpoints Planned Across San Diego County
Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.
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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These San Diego Hospitals Are Ranked Among Best For Maternity Care
San Diego is among the metro areas with the greatest number of hospitals on the list.
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These CA Hospitals Are Ranked Among Best For Maternity Care
U.S. News has been evaluating hospitals that provide labor and delivery service since 2021, and this year evaluated a record 901 hospitals.
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Police To Conduct DUI Checkpoint Thursday In San Diego
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
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DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In East County
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DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In La Mesa
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DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In North County
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
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Carlsbad, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In Carlsbad
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San Diego|News|
Student Wounded, Another Arrested In Stabbing At San Diego Area High School
A male student walked into a classroom and stabbed a female student multiple times before leaving the room, police said.
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San Diego|News|
Trade Guns For Gift Cards This Weekend In San Diego County
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2 Arrested In Armed Robbery Series At San Diego Massage Parlors
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Over 600 Dogs Celebrate Christmas Early At San Diego Humane Society
San Diego Humane Society, in collaboration with the Karen Cooper Foundation, gave holiday toys and treats to hundreds of shelter dogs.
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Bicyclist Fatally Struck By SUV Near Oceanside Harbor
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Masai Giraffe Calf Born At San Diego Zoo
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