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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This week, a community meeting was held to discuss the local opposition to building a joint-use airport at MCAS Miramar, the City Council places some new restrictions on condo conversions and federal
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This summer, the San Diego Museum of Art hosts an exhibit of Andy Warhol's screenprints called Andy Warhol's Dream America. Guest host Maureen Cavanaugh talks with curator Bettie Sue Hertz and modern
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Should the City of San Diego implement more regulations on condo conversions? Host Tom Fudge speaks to Gregg Robinson with the Affordable Housing Coalition, and Chris Christiansen from condoconversio
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A new documentary about global warming, featuring Al Gore, highlights the pioneering work of Roger Revelle in climate change research. Distinguished professor Richard Somerville talks about the scien
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Two members of the Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego have been working to help Nepal find peace after a period of chaos. Tom Fudge speaks with them to find out what is hap
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As Southern California continues to develop, will there be enough good, clean water for everyone? Steve Erie, joins Tom Fudge to talk about water.
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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.
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- Fletcher breaks silence, rules out return to public office after lawsuit dismissal