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
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.
Massive warehouse fire damages clubhouse belonging to Fresno motorcycle club
Fresno Fire continues its investigation following a massive warehouse fire on "L" and Hamilton just after 3 Thursday afternoon in southeast Fresno.
The race for California Governor narrows
The final results for the primary election for California governor are coming into focus.
Bridge-to-College nonprofit hosts senior scholarship dinner honoring Valley students
More than a dozen students from across the Valley were honored Saturday night during a scholarship awards dinner hosted by the Bridge-to-College nonprofit.
Mother of trans athlete speaks out as CIF championships draw protests
As protests unfold at the CIF Track and Field Championships in Clovis, the mother of trans athlete AB Hernandez speaks out in support as her daughter advances in three events.
Clovis Planning Commission approves infill rezoning program despite community opposition
The Clovis Planning Commission advanced an infill rezoning plan amid concerns from residents about density, neighborhood impacts and future growth.
Ag officials act quickly after invasive insect found in grapevine plants sold at some Costco stores
Ag commissions in Central and Northern California are on alert after the invasive insect, that looks similar to a cricket, was detected in shipments of grapevines from Burchell Nursery in Fowler to some Costco stores around April 21.
City of Fresno wins court decision, taking control of Granite Park in central Fresno
A judge has sided with the City of Fresno, giving it control of Granite Park.
Fresno City Council advances downtown entertainment zone ordinance
The Fresno City Council unanimously approved the first passage of a proposed ordinance to create three entertainment zones in downtown, allowing attendees at permitted events to consume alcohol outside.
Tulare County deputies shoot and kill unarmed man during welfare check, officials say
A confrontation involving Tulare County Sheriff's deputies began at home in a residential neighborhood on Wednesday morning during a welfare check that turned tragic.