Across California, CA|News|
Trump Executive Order To Impact 95 CA TV And Radio Stations
Government funding for media is "outdated and unnecessary," an executive order signed by President Donald Trump says.
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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Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Stabbing Attacks; Suspicious Death: 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
Encinitas, CA|News|
Stabbing Attacks; Suspicious Death: Encinitas, 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
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Stabbing Attacks; Suspicious Death: Carlsbad, 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
San Diego|News|
Brush Fire Burns 50 Acres Near Julian In San Diego County
The blaze, called the Felipe Fire, sparked near SR-78 and San Felipe Road, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Police Investigate Suspicious Death Of Woman In San Diego
Detectives were looking for Jean Tercier, 39, who was called a "person of interest" in the case, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
CHP To Conduct DUI Checkpoint Friday In North County
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Coast Guard Stops Suspected Human-Smuggling Vessel Off San Diego
The 11 men and four women claimed to be Mexican nationals, the Coast Guard said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
12 Parakeets Hidden, Tied Up In Smuggling Attempt At Border
At least two of the protected birds have died, a third suffered a possible broken neck, and others appeared in poor health, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Legoland California Resort To Launch New Lego Festival
The festival will take place from Saturday through June 8 at the Carlsbad-based theme park and six other Legoland Resorts around the world.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
The Octonauts, Springtime Fun Coming To Sesame Place
The springtime event will feature chalk art, a scavenger hunt, a spring-themed story time, and special meet and greets with The Octonauts.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Masai Giraffe Calf Born At San Diego Safari Park
The calf is bonding with his mom in the zoo's South Africa habitat.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Area Advisor Named CA Classified School Employee Of The Year
Maria "Lisa" Lopez has served as school community advisor at Oceanside Unified's César Chávez Middle School for nine years.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
At-Risk Teen Reported Missing In Oceanside
Andrew Hernandez, 14, is visually impaired and considered at-risk.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Oceanside Advisor Named CA Classified School Employee Of The Year
Maria "Lisa" Lopez has served as school community advisor at Oceanside Unified's César Chávez Middle School for nine years.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
UPS To Cut 20K Jobs, Close Over 70 Facilities
The company operates over hundreds stores in California
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Autistic Child Rescued From Busy San Diego Area Freeway
The 11-year-old boy, who is nonverbal, had been with family before running out of a Santee supermarket and going onto state Route 52.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Missing East County Woman Found Dead
Michelle Elaine Moden, 53, had last been seen on Easter leaving her home in unincorporated El Cajon, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Applebee's Thanking Nurses, Teachers With Free Appetizers In Oceanside
Nurses and teachers can get a free appetizer with any entrée purchase.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Applebee's Thanking Nurses, Teachers With Appetizers In East County
Nurses and teachers can get a free appetizer with any entrée purchase.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff