San Diego|News|
Thousands Without Power As Shutoffs Begin In San Diego County
More customers could lose power this week as the region faces the driest start to the rainy season in 174 years, according to SDG&E.
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|
Some San Diego Area Schools Closed Wednesday Due To High Winds
The schools will be closed due to high winds and potential power outages, according to the San Diego County Office of Education.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
SDG&E Warns Of Potential Power Shutoffs Amid Red Flag Conditions
SDG&E's Emergency Operations Center is monitoring weather conditions, especially wind speeds in the high-risk wildfire areas of the county.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Crews Halt Fire Near Julian Ahead Of Red Flag Conditions
The Apple Fire sparked in Wynola, west of Julian, according to Cal Fire San Diego.
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Across California, CA|News|
Real ID Deadline Just Months Away: What To Know In CA
The Real ID Act of 2005 was originally supposed to take effect in 2008 but has been delayed for multiple reasons.
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San Diego|News|
McDonald's Offers $1.08 Cheeseburger Deal In San Diego County
McDonald's of Southern California is offering the one-day-only deal to recognize the one in eight Americans who have worked for the chain.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
McDonald's Offers $1.08 Cheeseburger Deal In SoCal
McDonald's of Southern California is offering the one-day-only deal to recognize the one in eight Americans who have worked for the chain.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Power Shutoffs Possible Amid Extreme Fire Weather Conditions: SDG&E
The utility company may shut off power as early as Tuesday to mitigate wildfire risk due to low humidity and forecasted Santa Ana winds.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
5 Hiking Trails In San Diego Area To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions
Explore the San Diego area's top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.
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Santee, CA|News|
5 Hiking Trails In Santee To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions
Explore Santee's top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
5 Hiking Trails In Oceanside To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions
Explore Oceanside's top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.
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Encinitas, CA|News|
5 Hiking Trails In Encinitas To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions
Explore top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.
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Carlsbad, CA|News|
5 Hiking Trails In Carlsbad To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions
Explore Carlsbad's top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.
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San Diego|News|
Man Killed In Possible Gang-Related Shooting In San Diego
The 19-year-old man was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Missing Child Found In SD Border Patrol 'Suspicious Vehicle' Stop
Agents found a missing child and arrested a driver wanted for their alleged abduction, officials announced.
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San Diego|News|
Extreme Fire Conditions + Firefighter Dies + Machete-Wielding Man
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.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
3 Dead In Police Pursuit + 3 Wounded In Shooting + Road Rage Incident
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
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Orange County Firefighter Dies Battling Blaze In Laguna Niguel
Kevin Skinner suffered a cardiac arrest while responding to a residential structure fire in Laguna Niguel, officials said.
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Concord, CA|News|
3 Killed In Crash During Suspect Pursuit In Stockton
The suspect vehicle collided with an uninvolved vehicle, resulting in the deaths of the suspect and two occupants of the other vehicle.
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Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In January In California
From Disney On Ice and Monster Jam events, to Lunar New Year celebrations, here are some of the best things to do with kids in January.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
