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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The Jacobs Family Foundation has redeveloped San Diego's Diamond Neighborhood, giving residents the chance to own stock in a big community center called Market Creek Plaza. Tom Fudge finds out about t
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Robert Wolfe lived in Alaska for 20 years before moving to California. Wolfe tell us what he learned living in the far north, and the culture shock of moving to sunny San Diego.
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A group called Breathe California wants the film industry to place an R rating on any movie that includes cigarette smoking. Host Tom Fudge speaks with one of their spokespersons and gets a reaction f
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Eighteen candidates met the deadline for 50th Congressional District election. Tom Fudge finds out who's in the race.
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Tom Fudge speaks with Anders Wright, art and culture writer for San Diego City Beat and AnnaMaria Stephens, nightlife editor for signonsandiego.com, about the best bets for entertainment this weekend.
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The 2006 US Chess Championship kicks off today in San Diego. Tom Fudge speaks with a three-time US champion about his love of the game and his favorite moves.
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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.
- In Escondido, a school board member changes her name but not her politics
- Community reacts after school board member comes out as transgender
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego City Council approves parking fees in Balboa Park
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools