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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A new community court has opened to deal with petty crimes in Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, and Mission Bay. Host Tom Fudge finds out how it works and why many are calling this a win-win solution for
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This week, a Superior Court judge throws out San Diego's affordable housing law, an airport authority committee choses Miramar as the best site for a new airport, and the race for the 50th Congression
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These Days host Tom Fudge talks with AnnaMaria Stephens and Anders Wright about the best bets for your weekend itinerary.
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Should the cross on Mount Soledad be removed? Host Tom Fudge speaks to attorney James McElroy and Rev. Pat Mahoney about the controversy surrounding the cross.
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Host Tom Fudge explores the health of the independent bookstores in a competitive market of chains, superstores, and internet sales.
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In November 2004 voters approved a "millionaire's tax" to improve mental health services in California. Host Tom Fudge finds out what this influx of money will mean for people with mental health illn
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For the first time, United Nations members have agreed on a unified treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas. -
Gov. Gavin Newsom threw his support behind San Diego's Measure D Thursday. -
Construction began Thursday near Poway on the first leg of a 10,000-mile-long broadband network.
- 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