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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N.J. libraries are branching out and offering more than books and videos
Many libraries in N.J. have high-tech devices, child learning toys and machinery for patrons to borrow.
2 years ago
Listen 1:17Businesses give thumbs down to N.J. governor’s proposed transit fee
A top Jersey economist says the governor’s corporate transit fee proposal could hurt the state’s business climate. Business groups agree.
2 years ago
Listen 1:17While announcing the largest budget in the state's history, Gov. Murphy proposed reviving a tax on Jersey’s most profitable corporations.
2 years ago
Listen 1:02While competing for prizes, participants learn about Philly history during the Fairmount Park scavenger hunt.
2 years ago
Hotels that violate the law can be subject to a fine of up to $5,000 for the first violation and $10,000 for subsequent violations.
2 years ago
Listen 1:32N.J. residents, worried about EV costs, are divided over a plan to stop selling new gas-powered vehicles in 11 years.
2 years ago
Listen 1:01The inaugural Philly Beer Fest is raising money for Trauma Survivors Foundation
Profits from the first-ever Philly Beer Fest are going to support an organization that helps trauma survivors.
2 years ago
Philly got 2 to 4 inches of snow. Cleanup is underway as conditions improve
Cleanup continues after the overnight snowstorm. Snow totals vary across the region.
2 years ago
Trenton community crisis response team aims to prevent violence, save lives
A community crisis response team in Trenton aims to defuse violence and help individuals struggling with mental health issues
2 years ago
Listen 1:03New Jersey using millions from opioid settlement to expand support for people in recovery
“Overdose deaths are preventable,” said Dr. Kaitlan Baston. “These are preventable diseases.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:08N.J. Family Leave Act change could expand job protection for workers at small companies
On Monday, the Assembly passed a measure expanding current law to include job protections for workers who take family leave at smaller businesses.
2 years ago
An exhibit celebrating Black inventors and innovators, courtesy of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame, is now on display at the Princeton Public Library.
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