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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College area residents say cracking down on problem mini-dorms has gotten easier thanks to a revision in the rooming house ordinance. -
KPBS Midday EditionTom Ables has been a devoted fan of Aztecs football since the 1940s, and he's pumped up for the new season. -
KPBS Midday EditionOne of the issues up for debate when Congress returns from its August recess on Tuesday will be the U.S. nuclear deal with Iran. -
KPBS Midday EditionPeople have heard his dulcet tones delivering the news on KPBS, but longtime NPR journalist Ari Shapiro can also sing. -
KPBS Midday EditionAmid a nationwide teacher shortage, San Diego Unified held a three-day job fair this week to fill 40 teaching positions. -
KPBS Midday EditionA public forum in San Diego explores how the issues of homelessness on both sides of the border are related, and what can be done to bring the numbers down.
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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. -
For the first time, United Nations members have agreed on a unified treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas.
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