Santee, CA|News|
Freeway Takeover; Forced Labor: 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
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|
Freeway Takeover; Forced Labor: 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|
Freeway Takeover; Forced Labor: 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|
Freeway Takeover; Forced Labor: 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|
Pi Day 2025: Where To Find Deals On Pizzas, Pies And More In San Diego
Celebrate your deep love of math with pizza and pie deals on Pi Day!
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Free Theme Park Tickets + World's Greatest Places: Saturday Smiles
Fair announces entertainment lineups; new restaurants added to Michelin California Guide; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
83 California Schools Earn Purple Star Designation
These Golden State schools were recognized as "military-friendly schools."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Inclement Weather Prompts Some School Closures In San Diego County
"The safety of students and school staff is of the utmost importance to San Diego County school districts," the Office of Education said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
41 San Diego County Schools Named Purple Star Schools
The county is home to about half of the California schools designated as 2025 Purple Star Schools.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Legoland Offers Free Tickets To First Responders Of Los Angeles Fires
The Carlsbad-based theme park is offering a complimentary Hopper Ticket and up to four additional Hopper Tickets at 50% off.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
3 Encinitas 'Rising Stars' Honored During Chamber Of Commerce Event
The Rising Star program is a monthly breakfast that honors seniors from high schools in the San Dieguito Union High School District.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Storm Forces School Closures In San Diego County
"The safety of students and school staff is of the utmost importance to San Diego County school districts," the Office of Education said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Drugs, Ghost Gun Found During Search Of North County Home
Deputies found counterfeit oxycodone pills that contained fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine and an unserialized handgun, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Fair Announces 2025 Entertainment Lineups
"The 2025 San Diego County Fair's jam-packed entertainment lineup truly offers something for everyone."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Flood Watch, Wind Advisories Issued For Parts Of San Diego County
A second storm is expected to bring heavier rain, strong winds and mountain snow to the region, according to the National Weather Service.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Foundation Grants $130K To Help With Free Tax Services
The foundation awarded grants to six organizations that will provide outreach, education, and access to free mobile tax preparation events.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Humane Society Hosts Virtual Kitten Shower Ahead Of Spring
In 2024, the nonprofit cared for 8,642 kittens and anticipates similar numbers this year.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Area Has The Highest Inflation Problem In The Country: Study
The year-over-year inflation rate sits at 2.8% as of February.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
CHP Stops 'Dangerous Motorcycle Takeover' On San Diego Freeways
The riders performed risky stunts and blocked traffic across two freeways between San Diego and Solana Beach, the CHP said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Man Accused Of Kidnapping Lyft Driver In East County
In a text message to 911, the driver said she was being held against her will, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
