Thomas Fudge
Science and Technology ReporterA journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He joined KPBS in 1998 to cover San Diego issues related to growth, transportation, and development. He previously served as host of These Days (now KPBS Midday Edition) and as a news editor. 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.
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The 5.2 magnitude earthquake near Bakersfield generated a lot of interest in a smartphone app that warns you, prior to the shaking. -
Cityscapes can store and amplify heat from the sun and create urban heat islands. San Diego groups see the urban forest as the best solution. -
UCSD scientists created an AI platform that they say can reveal the root of breast cancer in a fraction of the time. -
Evolutionary biologists have observed some differences in urban lizards in San Diego. Genetic analysis will indicate whether they’ve evolved into different creatures. -
RNC Delegate Bill Wells said Trump’s running mate brings some youth and vigor to the ticket. He hopes Vance’s wife will make GOP more aware of California issues. -
UC San Diego scientist says the comb jellies' lipid molecules form exaggerated shapes that are bent back to “normal” by pressure experienced miles below the ocean surface. At surface pressure deep water comb jellies would disintegrate.
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The Board of Supervisors will take up an item placing a temporary pause on the application for new battery energy storage systems. -
Once on the ground in Lahaina, the team will assist with search and rescue efforts, animal care and more. -
The San Diego County Sheriff's Department's first search and rescue bloodhound is now on duty.
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- San Diego beach closures, advisories posted as July Fourth holiday approaches
- Paloma Aguirre wins Board of Supervisors seat, John McCann concedes
- Congressman Issa falsely claims ‘criminal illegals’ are enrolled in Medicaid
- House Republicans expected to pass Trump's massive tax and policy bill by July 4