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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Francis Collins is one of the nation's leaders in mapping the human genome. He is also an evangelical Christian. Host Tom Fudge speaks with him about science and faith.
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Proponents say the Sunrise Powerlink will meet California's growing need for power, while opponents say there are better options with lower environmental and financial costs.
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A recent study indicates students in public schools perform as well, academically, as those in private schools when adjustments are made for income and race.
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Host Tom Fudge talks with the authors of The Visionary State, A Journey through California's Spiritual Landscape. Erik Davis and Michael Rauner sign copies of their book tonight at Warwicks.
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Host Tom Fudge asks about National City's interest in building a new football stadium for the San Diego Chargers and the county's plan to keep the team in San Diego.
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Host Tom Fudge discusses a new ordinance that requires employers to register with the city before hiring workers off the street.
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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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A grant from the FCC will help the San Diego Housing Commission expand affordable, quality and reliable broadband internet service to low-income families.
- San Diego is building a lot of homes in its most walkable neighborhoods
- City Council clears way for tiered parking rates at San Diego Zoo
- San Diego to pay $875K to man shot with police bean bag rounds and bitten by K-9
- Oceanside city council approves new tenant protections, rejects rent control
- San Diego class-action suit says ICE courthouse arrests are illegal