Carlsbad, CA|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas Near Carlsbad
The deal will be available at about 5,800 Circle K locations across the country.
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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Escondido, CA|News|
Man Arrested In Deadly Hit-And-Run Crash In Escondido
"Investigators spent hundreds of hours investigating this crime," Interim Chief of Police Ryan Banks said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Man Arrested In Deadly Hit-And-Run Crash In North County
"Investigators spent hundreds of hours investigating this crime," Interim Chief of Police Ryan Banks said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Man Charged With Smuggling 17 Birds Across Border
"Trafficking exotic birds isn't just illegal — it's cruel and dangerous," U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
'Blue Glove Bandit' Wanted By FBI For East County Bank Robbery
The man approached the counter, took a customer as hostage, and demanded the teller give him money, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
'Concert For Cures' Concert With Elton John Raises $11.5M
The benefit concert marks the largest single-day fundraising event in San Diego history, according to philanthropic organization Curebound.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In East County Hit-And-Run Crash
The driver of a SUV made a left turn against a red light directly in the rider's path, according to the CHP.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Passenger Arrested After Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation Of Flight
A passenger was arrested on charges of making a false bomb threat and false report of a security threat, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
11 Migrants Detained In San Diego Bay
Crew members aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Haddock spotted two suspected human-smuggling boats crossing the maritime boundary line.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Poway, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In Poway
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
San Diego|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In 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
San Diego|News|
Reminders Sent To San Diego County Property Owners To Pay Taxes
The San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office sent 41,032 notices to property owners who did not pay all their property taxes.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego's First Water Coaster Returning To SeaWorld San Diego
Journey to Atlantis has been closed since 2024, while the theme park worked to reimagine the fan-favorite ride.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Heartland Fire & Rescue To Host Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
This year's event will also include emergency preparedness training, including basic first aid, CPR and crime prevention.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle In East County
The man was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital, where he later died, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
8 CA Housing Markets Are Among Nation's 10 Priciest
Eight of the country's top 10 most expensive housing markets are in the Golden State, according to a new report.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA Metro Areas With The Biggest Inflation Problems: Study
The study's authors compared 23 major metropolitan statistical areas.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Woman Thrown From Balcony; Inmate Dies: 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|
Woman Thrown From Balcony; Inmate Dies: Santee, SD 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|
Woman Thrown From Balcony; Inmate Dies: Oceanside, SD 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