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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Michael Zucchet, general manager of the MEA, says shifting San Diego city workers to a 401K pension will only sabotage the city's hiring efforts.
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Lani Lutar, with the San Diego County Taxpayers Association, says pension costs in San Diego are out of control, and the city has no choice but to switch to a 401K.
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Morse High School has installed a garden and a new kitchen to bring the "farm-to-table" movement to their campus. -
A San Diego church has mounted an exhibition of a bible, which is the first hand-written and hand-illuminated bible that's been created in more than 500 years. -
Wildfires over the past 10 years have stoked incredibly destructive fires. They've also taught us to question some of the old assumptions about how to keep your home from burning down. -
San Diego's index of leading economic indicators declined in August, causing economist Alan Gin to say we're at risk for a double-dip recession.
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"Paper or plastic" will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. It bans all plastic shopping bags starting in 2026. Consumers will now simply be asked if they want a paper bag. -
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.
- Tsunami advisory canceled from San Diego to San Luis Obispo
- 8.8 magnitude quake strikes off Russia's Far East. Tsunami waves reach Japan, Hawaii and California
- Carlsbad trims planned Barrio traffic circles from 5 to 1
- San Diego residents prepare for more access to coupons at the grocery stores
- After review, Trump administration says it will fund Migrant Education Program