Encinitas, CA|News|
Overturned Semi-Truck Shuts Down Most Southbound I-5 Lanes In Encinitas
A SigAlert was issued for the area.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Where To Get The Best Labor Day Discounts In California
Most retailers are open over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Here's where to find the best discounts.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Major CA Retailers To Use Tariff Refunds To Lower Prices: See Details
Walmart, Burlington Stores and Tractor Supply are among the companies putting refunds toward lower prices.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego County Man Accused Of Threatening Mass Killing At Temecula Mosque
He is being held in a Riverside County jail and is expected to be transferred to federal custody in the coming weeks, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
2 Arrested In Fraud Investigation Across SoCal, Arizona
Authorities said they found property linked to victims in San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties as well as Arizona.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Free Howl-O-Scream Tickets + 6 Rare Rattlesnakes Born + Trader Joe's Expanding In SoCal: Saturday Smiles
Culinary students cook up 1st place win; rescued condor chick gets specialized care; Toys R Us opening new store; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Chainsaw Assault; Hatchet Attack; Indecent Exposure; Fatal E-Bike 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|
Chainsaw Assault; Hatchet Attack; Indecent Exposure; Fatal E-Bike 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|
Chainsaw Assault; Hatchet Attack; Indecent Exposure; Fatal E-Bike Crash: 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
Encinitas, CA|News|
Chainsaw Assault; Hatchet Attack; Indecent Exposure; Fatal E-Bike Crash: Encinitas, 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
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Chainsaw Assault; Hatchet Attack; Indecent Exposure; Fatal E-Bike 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|
Rescued California Condor Chick Gets Specialized Care At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
He is being raised through a specialized puppet-rearing program designed to prepare young condors for life in the wild.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
September Brings Family Fun, Community Events To Santee
A pancake breakfast, free outdoor movie and community cleanup are among the events planned this month.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Oceanside Man Convicted In 2008 Killing Of Paraplegic Veteran
"This was a brutal and intentional killing of a vulnerable victim in his own home," District Attorney Summer Stephan said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Man Arrested After Chainsaw Assault In North County
Gregory Texeira, 66, voluntarily surrendered to detectives Monday at the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Sessions Surf Festival Returning To North County With Music, Films And Art
The festival, formerly known as the Solento Surf Festival, will feature live music, surf films, art exhibitions and a community beach day.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In Carlsbad
Checkpoint locations are selected based on data showing where impaired-driving crashes have occurred, police said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Layoffs Hit Former Stone Brewing Employees As Production Leaves Escondido
The company was founded in 1996 in San Marcos and became one of San Diego County's best-known craft breweries.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Coaster Service To Be Suspended Between San Diego, Oceanside
Rail service between San Diego and Oceanside will be suspended for maintenance and construction work.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Encinitas Election Forums Set For September
The forums are hosted by the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Town Council Committee of Cardiff 101 Main Street.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
