Christina Lopez
Christina Lopez is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and a Central Valley native. Born and raised in Visalia, Christina is no stranger to the rich agricultural and ethnic landscape that make up this vast and complex region of California.

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
Clovis Rodeo keeps crowds safe heading into the weekend with levels of security
On the ground and on horseback, security and safety took center stage at the 112th Clovis Rodeo on Friday.
Investigation underway for missing industrial employee following incident in Fowler
An investigation is underway for a missing employee at a Fowler raisin exporter following an incident on Thursday.
Thousands celebrate Opening Day of 112th Clovis Rodeo
Thousands gathered for a night of bull riding and a celebration of western culture on the first day of the five-day event.
EXCLUSIVE: New lead in nearly a decade-old Selma homicide could provide closure to a grieving mother
A new lead in a nine-year cold case could deliver closure for Lydia Magaña.
Sold-out Visalia Rawhide game honors fallen Tulare County Sheriff's Deputy
A sold-out crowd filled Valley Strong Ballpark in Downtown Visalia Thursday night to honor fallen Tulare County Sheriff's Deputy Randy Hoppert.
Fresno Police Department launches its 'Drone as First Responder' program
On Wednesday, Fresno Police Chief Mindy Casto announced the department's 'Drone as First Responder' program.
Six-month-old Braxton Musselman released from Valley Children's after three months in rehab
After nearly three months of treatment in the Rehabilitation Unit at Valley Children's, six-month-old Braxton Musselman has been released from the hospital.
Tribute held at Fresno High for 14-year-old student who died after collapse
A community gathered in their grief to remember the Fresno High School student who suddenly died after collapsing on campus earlier this month.
Fresno police hosts first ever community meeting about its use of military equipment
On Wednesday, less than two dozen concerned Fresnans attended the first community meeting hosted by Fresno Police Department to share findings from its 2025 annual report on its use of military equipment.
Children First: Clovis Youth Commission
Before these high school seniors embark on their college careers, they will wrap up their time as part of a 21-member cohort representing this year's Clovis Youth Commission.