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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Host Tom Fudge speaks with two university professors about the internal dynamics of terrorist organizations, why people join, and the economics that drive it.
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The San Diego Union Tribune is the largest collector and processor of news in San Diego. Host Tom Fudge asks about the impact of having only one big paper in a city of our size?
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Ben Hueso is clear winner in District 8, but Kevin Faulconer only has a 544 vote lead over Lorena Gonzalez with 2,500 absentee and provisional ballots still to be counted.
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We talk about what it's like to be a military spouse and how the armed services are working to make military life compatible with married life.
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We speak to District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis about her recent work in Drug Court, her thoughts on running for re-election, and why she supports adopting Jessica's Law in California.
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According to a new study, both liberals and conservatives believe sex-education is an important part of school curriculum. Host Tom Fudge speaks with advocates of abstinence-only teaching as well as P
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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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