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 San Diego Convention Center hosted a solar energy expo that wasn't just about technology and workshops.
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Some patients are playing a more assertive role in monitoring and protecting their health.
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The rising popularity of electric scooters has led to more accidents and a fivefold increase in associated health costs.
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A UCSD-led research team has sought to explain ORCs, or enormous clouds of gas surrounding galaxies that are set in motion by exploding stars.
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A pipeline connecting to San Diego’s wastewater recycling plant will be placed underwater in the Miramar Reservoir this week.
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A Scripps Research study examined how the many variants of the COVID-19 virus spread in San Diego and connected with other regions.
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Once on the ground in Lahaina, the team will assist with search and rescue efforts, animal care and more.
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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.
- Scattered along San Diego’s highways, remnants of a decades-old program are abloom
- With 'Blueprint SD,' San Diego aims for faster response to housing, climate crises
- Energy rates changed for thousands of Imperial Valley customers this year. Here’s what you need to know
- New North County 'village' opens for LGBTQ+ youths experiencing homelessness
- Escondido doctor a plaintiff in abortion medication lawsuit before US Supreme Court