San Diego|News|
Body Found In Point Loma Heights Investigated As Homicide
Hospital personnel discovered traumatic injuries to the man's upper body, 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|
DUI Patrols Planned Across San Diego County For Fourth Of July Weekend
So far this year, 4,068 people have been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
$59 Disneyland Deal + New Costco Gas Station + In-N-Out Expansion + Shark Summer Returns: Saturday Smiles
Baseball team donates to earthquake relief; Rotary club funds basketball court project for Guatemalan community; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: 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
Santee, CA|News|
Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: 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
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: 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|
Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: 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|
Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: 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|
Summer Food Drive Returns To Support Families Across San Diego County
The food bank serves an average of 400,000 people each month through more than 450 nonprofit partners and direct distribution programs.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Shark Summer Brings Fin-Tastic Fun To Birch Aquarium
The annual event features shark-themed activities for visitors of all ages.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Encinitas Rotary Funds Basketball Court Project For Guatemalan Community
The court will provide a dedicated recreational space for about 50 students ages 13 and older, according to the club.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Aloha Plunge Returning To Carlsbad
The event will feature themed pool games, activities, giant inflatables, a splash pad and a Polynesian dance performance.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Gun Threat Against Neighbor Sparks SWAT Response In Spring Valley
The suspect is expected to be booked into the San Diego Central Jail on criminal threat-related charges, sheriff's officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
$59 Disneyland Ticket Deal | 2 Severely Burned Roasting Marshmallows | Missing Marine Declared Dead: Patch PM
Driver Slams Into Store | LeBron James To Leave Lakers | Man Arrested In Fatal Encampment Fire | Massive Search For Missing Surfer Ends
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Vegetation Fire Burning On Camp Pendleton
Smoke may be visible in surrounding communities.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Padres Donate $100K To Venezuela Earthquake Relief Efforts
"Our hearts go out to all who have been affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela," Padres Chairman John Seidler said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Man Arrested In Fatal Encampment Fire In San Diego's Mountain View Neighborhood
Detectives with the Metro Arson Strike Team determined the fire had been intentionally set.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
'Stuff The Bus' Campaign Seeks School Supply Donations For Homeless Students In San Diego County
More than 24,000 school-age children in San Diego County have been identified as experiencing homelessness, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
North Island Credit Union Launches Backpack Drive For San Diego Students
The credit union will fill each donated backpack with school supplies.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
$26 Minimum Wage Arrives In CA Amid Patchwork Wage Increases: What To Know
Most of the increases are tied to inflation or previously adopted local ordinances.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
