Santee, CA|News|
Pug Puppies Rescued From East County Dumpster Available For Adoption
The "Rainbow Puppies" had been tossed into a dumpster behind a Taco Bell in Lemon Grove, according to Helen Woodward Animal Center.
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|
Hawthorne Country Store To Celebrate Chick Day At San Diego Locations
More than 100 varieties of baby poultry will be available during the annual event at locations in Escondido, Fallbrook and Santee.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Escondido, CA|News|
Hawthorne Country Store To Celebrate Chick Day At Escondido Location
"We are excited to once again bring this popular event to our communities and share all our chicken knowledge."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Hawthorne Country Store To Celebrate Chick Day At Santee Location
"We are excited to once again bring this popular event to our communities and share all our chicken knowledge."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash In East County
Officers responded to a report of a man lying in the roadway, according to the CHP.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SigAlert: Paint Spill Prompts I-8 Connector Closure In San Diego
The ramp was expected to remain closed until about noon for clean-up efforts, according to Caltrans.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Father Arrested After Newborn Baby Found Dead In East County Home
First responders found a newborn boy unconscious on the living room floor, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Beach Ranks Among Top 10 Best Beaches In U.S.: Report
Two San Diego area beaches were named among the "Best of the Best Beaches" in the U.S., according to a new report from Tripadvisor.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
3 CA Beaches Named Among Best In U.S.: Report
Tripadvisor ranked the best beaches in the country and the world.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Coast Guard Stops Panga Boat Carrying 20 Migrants Near Point Loma
All 20 people aboard the boat were taken into custody, according to the Coast Guard.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Koala Born As San Diego Zoo Celebrates A Century Of Koala Conservation
The female koala joey is the first koala born at the zoo in two years.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
DUI Checkpoint Slated Friday In San Diego's South Bay
"Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk," Agent Brian Carter said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Body Of Missing Man Found In Car Submerged In North County River
The 21-year-old's car was found in the San Luis Rey River.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Cal Fire Captain Remembered Following Fatal Stabbing At Ramona Home
Detectives believe the captain knew her killer and are treating the case as a potential domestic violence incident.
Kristina Houck and Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
RivCo Fire Captain Fatally Stabbed In Home
"With a heavy heart we mourn the passing of Fire Captain Rebecca Marodi," Menifee-based Riverside County Fire Department Station 68 posted.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Cal Fire Captain Fatally Stabbed In Ramona Home
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
County Park Fees Increase For First Time In Decade
It's been a decade since fees were raised at county parks, according to San Diego County Parks and Recreation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
'Milestone' Jellyfish Exhibit To Open March 15 At SeaWorld San Diego
"Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience" is described as "the first of its kind" at any SeaWorld park.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Police Officer Injured In Crash After Vice President's Motorcade
A motorcycle officer had just completed his assignment and was heading back to the station when he was hit by a car, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Must-See New Attractions Opening In 2025 In California
Some of the state's most iconic places have announced anniversary celebrations and new attractions and exhibits set to open this year.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
