David Matthau
Reporter
David Matthau is a WHYY New Jersey reporter covering the Statehouse and general assignments in the Garden State. Prior to joining WHYY, David was lead investigative reporter for NJ 101.5 News. He has won multiple Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists awards, the National Association of Broadcasters Service to Community Award and contributed to the National Edward R. Murrow Best Newscast award. David is an animal lover and golf enthusiast although he wishes he had a lower handicap. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California.
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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.
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N.J. bill aims to protect long-term care residents from being financially exploited
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Listen 1:10The Burlington County Animal Shelter is holding a baseball-themed adoption event that features a dog-cat contest.
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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.
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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.”
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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.
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The National Weather Service issues a flood warning, advisory and watch, and a wind advisory for the region.
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