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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As the story of the Egyptian revolution has played out in the media I’ve kept an eye out for the name “Shaath.” I finally spotted it last week. -
Management of the Japanese nuclear plant, which has faced possible meltdown following the earthquake, may be related to the huge problems we've seen.
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Today, newspaper comics seem like something that remains part of the culture thanks to inertia and the tastes of old folks. But children don't always understand what they're supposed to dislike or find irrelevant. -
State budget cuts could result in massive layoffs of teachers in San Diego, and poor schools are likely to be the hardest hit.
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Was Homer Simpson Running The Fukushima Power Station? -
On Saturday, San Diego highway planners are throwing a party to mark the end of construction of State Route 52, whose final eastern section will be in use by the end of the month.
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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.
- County official overseeing animal shelters complained of 'shit dogs,' too few euthanasias in voice message
- San Diego City Council approves parking fees in Balboa Park
- A rivalry over $50 million meant to clean cross-border rivers is brewing
- City Council approves phased-in $25/hour minimum wage for hospitality workers
- Nathan Fletcher's accuser seeks restraining order against Lorena Gonzalez