Encinitas, CA|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Encinitas
A white sedan struck a 60-year-old man in the roadway, sheriff's officials said.
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|
Coast Guard Stops Boat Carrying 9 Migrants Near Point Loma
The migrants were taken into custody.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Fremont Is America's Happiest City In 2025: Study
WalletHub released its 2025 rankings of the happiest cities in the country. Fremont topped the list.
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San Diego|News|
3 Cities In San Diego County Among Happiest In America: Study
WalletHub released its 2025 rankings of the happiest cities in the U.S.
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San Diego|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle In North County
Police said the victim was taken to Palomar Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Injured In Suspected Hit-And-Run Crash In North County
Investigators sought the public's help in identifying a vehicle that may have been involved in the crash.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
These Are The Happiest Cities In California: Study
WalletHub released its 2025 rankings of the happiest cities in the U.S. Three California cities took the first three spots on the list.
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San Diego|News|
Angry Customer Rams Into Dealership + Armed Carjacking, Kidnapping
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Gun Pointed At Woman's Head During Attempted Home Invasion + More Rain
Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal on Saturday and Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Man Arrested For Armed Carjacking, Kidnapping In RivCo: Sheriff
Steven Mata, 33, stole the vehicle at knifepoint, but the victim later escaped, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Man Arrested For Armed Carjacking, Kidnapping: Sheriff
Steven Mata, 33, stole the vehicle at knifepoint, but the victim later escaped, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
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Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: 11 Family-Friendly CA Short-Term Rental Homes
Check out these family-friendly and unique Airbnb rentals to consider for spring break getaways or summer vacations across the Golden State.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SD Weekend: Circus Vargas; Chick Day; Daffodil Days; TinyFest CA
Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, March 8-9, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
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Across California, CA|News|
This CA Region Among Top Spring Break Destinations, AAA Says
AAA and Automobile Club of Southern California booking data shows most travelers are looking for warm weather.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
3 Eagle Chicks Hatch + Best Beer Bar + Store Openings: Saturday Smiles
Circus comes to town; city gets own Monopoly game; fox burned by wildfire recovers; spelling bee champ named; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Eighth Grader Wins San Diego County Spelling Bee
Duaa Ouznali from Bright Horizon Academy will represent San Diego County at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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San Diego|News|
Hazardous Road Conditions Prompt School Closures In San Diego County
A winter weather advisory was in effect until 10 a.m. Friday for the county's mountains, according to the National Weather Service.
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San Diego|News|
Booby Traps And Bombs; Hotel Shooting: San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
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Santee, CA|News|
Booby Traps And Bombs; Hotel Shooting: 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|
Booby Traps And Bombs; Hotel Shooting: 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