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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NASA scientists announced that an 11-year epoch of solar storms will begin this fall. These storms may severely disrupt power and communications on Earth. Host Tom Fudge speaks to an expert on space w
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Ali Jackson Jr. is part of a new generation of jazz musicians that continue the long tradition of preserving the musical roots while keeping an open and absorbing mind. Mr. Jackson discusses the delic
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Did you know that a small island 200 miles south of San Diego is the seasonal home to a large population of Great White Sharks? Host Tom Fudge talks to local shark experts about Isla Guadalupe, the m
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A state Superior Court judge ordered the University of California to pay more than $33.8 million to about 4,000 students. What did the UC do to receive such a hefty financial penalty?
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The New York Times describes A Piece of Cake as a calamity-packed addiction memoir. Tom Fudge speaks with the author, Cupcake Brown, about her story from prostitution, abuse and addiction to a thriv
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What principles do taxpayer advocates want the Airport Authority to follow when selecting a site for the airport? Tom Fudge speaks with representatives of both organizations about the latest news is o
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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 Navy doctor fired after right-wing activists find pronouns on social media
- San Diego university students react to Charlie Kirk’s assassination
- Avocado growers in San Diego County face multiple challenges
- CBS shifts to appease the right under new owner
- California lawmakers pass bill banning authorities from wearing facial coverings