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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.
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We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Vista.
Ashley Bird, 35, was shot and killed in her home in the Spring Valley community of eastern San Diego County, authorities said.
Veterans and up to three guests can register through May 12 for complimentary one-day admission to the San Diego theme park.
Marines from Cpl. Charles "Alex" Benfield's unit searched downtown San Diego for nearly eight hours to find him, officials said.
Amazon Future Engineer awarded hundreds of students with four-year scholarships up to $40,000.
The body of a man in his late 50s was found between a boat and the G dock at Oceanside Harbor, officials said.
Authorities also distributed 49 cable locks and 76 gun safety lock boxes for free to people looking to secure firearms in their homes.
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Alejandro Jose Confesor, 22, was arrested in connection with a sexual assault and burglary at a San Diego home.
Two SuperLotto Plus tickets with five numbers, but missing the Mega number, were sold in Southern California.
The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.
The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.
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Wildlife officials said it is the first whale death this year in the Bay Area.
The motorcyclist collided with a fence and utility pole, according to the CHP.
During the checkpoint, deputies will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The 9-year-old boy was taken to Rady Children's Hospital with major injuries, according to the CHP.
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The 102nd annual Coronado Flower Show is the largest tented flower show in the U.S., according to event organizers.
Lakes 2, 3 and 4 will be stocked with 2,500 pounds of catfish for the two-day Catfish Opener, according to event organizers.