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 Imperial Valley's economy continues to boom, more shopping centers are opening their doors, and housing is on the rise. We talk about the Imperial Valley and the new issues it faces.
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One of San Diego's most unique assets is its canyons. And the Canyonlands Committee of San Diego Civic Solutions argues we need to protect canyons as a crucial part of our landscape and ecology.
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This past Sunday, millions of older Americans gained access to government-subsidized prescription drugs with the long-awaited expansion of Medicare, the biggest expansion of the plan in its forty year
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How much money do major college athletics programs rake in each year? We speak to three experts on the economics of college sports to get their take on the big business of college athletics.
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Tom Fudge speaks with listeners about their resolutions for 2006. Do you want to lose weight, stop smoking, get out of debt, or take more time to enjoy life?
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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