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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Legislation to protect distressed California homeowners will also expedite a process that can lead to foreclosure. -
KPBS Midday EditionMidday host Maureen Cavanaugh, along with Alison St. John and Tom Fudge, who also fill the host chair from time to time, reflect on their candidates for the top San Diego stories of 2012. -
The San Diego International Auto Show opened at the Convention Center to show off new styles and technology. -
The annual Christmas tree recycling program has started turning San Diego's evergreen icons into compost and mulch. -
Promoters of the 35th Holiday Bowl say it will bring a lot of points to the scoreboard and dollars to the San Diego economy. -
The addition of 1,300 acres is the latest chapter in the story of Mission Trails Regional Park.
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"Paper or plastic" will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. It bans all plastic shopping bags starting in 2026. Consumers will now simply be asked if they want a paper bag. -
The Board of Supervisors will take up an item placing a temporary pause on the application for new battery energy storage systems. -
Once on the ground in Lahaina, the team will assist with search and rescue efforts, animal care and more.
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- Molly He brings a new ‘Element’ to San Diego’s gene tracking industry
- A new community center in Oceanside opens its doors
- California could slash 5 GOP US House seats to counter Texas' move to pad Republican margin
- Parking meters to fund 'huge backlog' of Balboa Park maintenance needs