59° OvercastTom Fudge
News Editor
A journalist with 25 years of experience, Tom originally joined KPBS in 1998 to cover San Diego issues related to growth, transportation and development. In September of 1999, Tom took over as host of These Days (now Midday Edition) where he served for nearly a decade. Now a news editor, Tom supervises reporting by the KPBS arts and investigations teams. He also edits stories related to science and border coverage.
Tom began his broadcasting career in 1988 at WSUI Radio in Iowa City as a reporter and newscaster. He then spent five years at Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) where he worked as a reporter. Following his departure from MPR, Tom was a freelance journalist, working for Twin Cities Public Television, WCCO Radio, and a variety of regional and national newspapers and magazines.
He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
Recent Stories
Southern California Home Sales Dip In November
DataQuick reports the number of November home sales was down, while prices were up, compared to November 2012.
Roundtable: Filner Sentenced, Revenge Porn Busted, Car Culture Questioned
Former San Diego Mayor Bob Filner was sentenced to house arrest and probation. The San Diego owner/operator of a revenge porn website was arrested for extortion and charges. A North County summit takes on the automobile.
San Diego Citywide Bike Path Plan Goes Before City Council
The San Diego City Council will consider a plan to add 595 miles of bicycle paths to double the size of the citywide bike network.
Roundtable: Rolando Megadorm, Bitcoin Fever, Holiday Films
Is the new construction at 63rd Street and El Cajon Boulevard a megadorm or luxury apartments? Bitcoins are virtual, pricey and, right now, relatively useless. And are any films worth our time and money this season?
Alvarez, Faulconer Headed To Runoff In San Diego Mayor's Race
City Councilman David Alvarez edged past fellow Democrat Nathan Fletcher and earned a spot in a February run-off for mayor against his colleague, Republican Kevin Faulconer.
How To Navigate Frustrating Customer Service Experiences 'The Smart Way'
A new guidebook can help you through your next encounter with an unresponsive service worker, and even build some respect.
Chula Vista Nature Landmark In Danger Of Closing Its Doors
A 28-year-old South Bay nature landmark is in danger of closing its doors. Financial pressures may force the Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista to shutdown. The center needs to raise $200,000 by the end of October to remain open.
'Detained In The Desert' Opens At La Jolla Playhouse
'Detained in the Desert' parallels two very different people; a second-generation Latina and an anti-immigrant talk show radio host, whose lives converge in the Arizona desert.
Tracking Ovarian Cancer Through Blood Cells
With no reliable screening tests and few symptoms, ovarian cancer is among the hardest forms of cancer to diagnose. Research underway in San Diego analyzes blood from women with ovarian cancer to track tumor cells and better understand the spread of cancer.
Congressman Scott Peters Discusses Syria, Immigration, Sequestration
With congress in recess, we're sitting down to talk with each member of San Diego's congressional delegation. Congressman Scott Peters shares his thoughts on everything from Syria to to balancing the federal budget.
