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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Yet another election day in San Diego and voter turnout is expected to be low. We talk about what motivates people to get out and vote, and check on how busy the polls actually are this morning.
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The February deadline looms for the Chargers to submit the wording of their ballot initiative for a new stadium development. But no development partner has come on board. Does this mean they will pull
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Lorena Gonzalez and Kevin Faulconer join Tom Fudge in studio to discuss the issues related to District 2. What are their plans for fiscal responsibility, parking, homelessness, the environment and the
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In her new book, The Best Steals and Deals in San Diego, Sally Gary reveals what to expect and where to look at antique stores, rummage sales, swap meets and estate sales. She joins host Tom Fudge in
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Capitol Hill reporter Laura Strickler joins host Tom Fudge for the latest on Samuel Alito's Supreme Court confirmation hearings, Jack Abramoff's guilty plea, the Patriot Act, federal budget, immigrati
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Host Tom Fudge interviews the Consul General of Israel, Ehud Danoch, to get an update on Ariel Sharon's health, and discusses the impact his health crisis will have on the Israeli government.
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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