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 is creating a new online database to allow sexual assault survivors to track cases
The trauma-informed online database aims to lessen the added burden for sexual assault survivors to monitor their cases.
2 years ago
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Eight Philly businesses owned by Black women are highlighted on the Sisterhood-Sit-In Trolley Tour.
2 years ago
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
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Businesses 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
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While announcing the largest budget in the state's history, Gov. Murphy proposed reviving a tax on Jersey’s most profitable corporations.
2 years ago
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While 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
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N.J. residents, worried about EV costs, are divided over a plan to stop selling new gas-powered vehicles in 11 years.
2 years ago
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The 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
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