Christina Lopez
Christina earned her master's degree in Journalism from the University of California at Berkeley in 2012. Shortly after graduation, she accepted a position as an ABC News Fellow in New York City. The year-long program offered Christina a unique tour of duty inside one of the industry's leading news organizations, where she rotated between various programs within the news division. She began as an overnight producer for Good Morning America. She wrote 120 articles as a digital reporter for ABC News Digital -- earning her first Edward R. Murrow award for her coverage of volunteers rebuilding a neighborhood in Far Rockaway in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. Her time as a fellow concluded when she produced long-form stories for both 20/20, including the week-long manhunt for the Boston Bomber and reports for Nightline.
Soon after the fellowship program was through, Christina was offered a full-time staff position with 20/20 as an Associate Producer. It was a full circle moment for the small-town girl from the San Joaquin Valley because she had grown up watching the veteran news program with her family.
Christina has worked as a reporter, anchor, and producer in local and network television news. Her career has also included work with NBC Nightly News in New York. Her work has been featured in The San Francisco Chronicle, The San Diego Union-Tribune, ABC News and NBC News. Christina earned her Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Point Loma Nazarene University.
When she's not breaking news, Christina enjoys spending quality time with her incredible husband, José, and their two children, Andres and Lourdes.
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Christina's Stories
7-year-old dies after drowning at Southeast Fresno apartment complex, officials say
When officers arrived, police said they found a child who had been pulled from the complex swimming pool and they began CPR.
Hundreds of Team Mexico fans pack Rainbow Ballroom for World Cup watch party
The Rainbow Ballroom hosted its third free World Cup watch party. The ballroom erupted in cheers and celebrations as some proudly waved the Mexican flag after the team won 3-0 over the Czech Republic.
Fowler community gathers as it grieves the life of 15-year-old Manuel Uriel Hernandez
Under a canopy of blue skies, dozens of classmates, family, and community members gathered to remember the life of 15-year-old Manuel Uriel Hernandez, who was killed in an e-bike crash in Selma on Tuesday afternoon.
'Rhythm of Freedom' event in Fresno offers community reflection on a shared history
Fresno celebrates Juneteenth with art, music and education, honoring African American history and the legacy of freedom.
Tower District incidents raise questions after assault, prior shooting
An unprovoked assault in the Tower District and other recent incidents have drawn attention to safety concerns in the popular nightlife area.
Heat advisory sends Valley families searching for relief at water parks, cooling centers
Triple-digit temperatures are forecasted across the Valley, with a heat advisory in effect through Tuesday, prompting families to look for ways to stay cool ahead of the official start of summer.
Tulare County Sheriff's deputies investigating reported shooting in East Orosi
Deputies say they were called to the area just before 7:00 p.m. on Friday for reports of a shooting.
Tracy warehouse fire could impact Valley air quality already affected by triple-digit heat
Smoke billowed from every vantage point as an ominous plume of dark ash and soot filled the skies over Tracy Thursday afternoon.
Visalia couple finds hope through kidney exchange program as transplant surgery approaches
A Visalia couple is donating and receiving the gift of life within just days of each other.
Central Valley valedictorian graduates early on a healthcare path
From struggling in a traditional high school to graduating early with a 4.3 GPA, one Central Valley teen shares her path to success.