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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Thousands of people live in condominiums in Mission Valley, but does anyone consider it home? Tom Fudge speaks with Voice of San Diego writer, Will Carless, about the past, present, and future of Miss
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In his State of the Union address, President Bush pushed for the expansion of tax-free health savings accounts. Host Tom Fudge talks with two doctors on opposing sides of the issue to debate the pros
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California's medical marijuana law is facing a legal challenge from the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The board questions the legality of Prop. 215 and the medical pot ID law. Host Tom Fudge
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The gap between rich and poor has grown substantially over the last two decades. Host Tom Fudge talks with two experts on income inequality to find out what is causing the gap to grow.
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San Diego is known to be a very safe city, but if the police force budget does not increase will that change? Tom Fudge speaks with San Diego's Chief of Police, William Lansdowne, about safety in our
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A Mexican national is linked to the discovery of the longest cross-border tunnel found last week. The underground tunnel is one of several used for smuggling drugs and people. Host Tom Fudge interview
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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
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools
- San Diego City Council to once again consider Balboa Park parking fees
- Elected officials announce proposed ordinance aimed at fed enforcement actions