David Matthau
Reporter
David Matthau is a WHYY News reporter covering the New Jersey State House and general assignments. David recently served as lead investigative reporter for NJ 101.5 News. He’s reported on a number of major news stories, including the COVID-19 pandemic, Superstorm Sandy, Bridgegate, and the 9/11 Terror Attacks. David is a graduate of the University of Southern California where he studied cinema.
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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will answer your questions on WHYY
The monthly call-in show will air at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14.
2 years ago
N.J. bill aims to protect long-term care residents from being financially exploited
The state Senate unanimously passed the measure, which would prohibit owners or employees in a long-term care facility from appointing themselves as residents' guardians.
2 years ago
Listen 1:10The Burlington County Animal Shelter is holding a baseball-themed adoption event that features a dog-cat contest.
2 years ago
Mobile driver’s licenses could soon be coming to N.J.
A bill is working its way through the N.J. legislature that would allow a license to be carried on a cellphone, tablet, or any device with internet capability.
2 years ago
Listen 1:09A Trenton nonprofit is helping elementary school students improve their reading skills
The Community Schools Reading Intervention program was developed by elementary school officials and Mercer Street Friends during the pandemic.
2 years ago
New Jersey students warned of fentanyl risks during spring break
“They think it’s something that, if their peers are doing it, it's safe,” said one youth coordinator. “They don’t see the radical risk or the radical dangers.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:18Eastern State Penitentiary has launched a family-friendly offering for spring break
A former Philly penitentiary, now a museum, is presenting a spring break exhibit highlighting sports and recreation behind bars.
2 years ago
The National Weather Service issues a flood warning, advisory and watch, and a wind advisory for the region.
2 years ago
N.J. State Museum exhibit offers a look at people and life in the Garden State in the 20th century
Rare photos from Grant Castner are part of a special new exhibit at the science, history and art museum.
2 years ago
Listen 1:10N.J. has a new affordable housing law, but it will take years for it to make a difference
A new affordable housing law in N.J. abolishes COAH and directs the Dept. of Community Affairs to help make affordable housing a reality.
2 years ago
Listen 1:28New Jersey’s gas tax could soon rise, and EV owners may have to pay a fee
“Climate change is killing us,” said one lawmaker of the electric vehicle fee. “We don’t need hurdles; we need to make it as easy as possible.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:25Alleged Bucks County shooter apprehended by police in Trenton, N.J.
The man suspected of killing three people in Bucks County was arrested without incident by police in Trenton, N.J.
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