
David Matthau
Reporter
David Matthau is a WHYY News reporter covering the New Jersey Statehouse 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. Gov. Phil Murphy proposes a record $58.1B budget, but federal funding uncertainty is a concern
Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposed spending includes continued property tax relief and full funding for K–12 education. Concerns about federal funding remain.
1 month ago
Listen 1:21N.J. lawmakers want to address the growing shortage of nurses and other health care workers
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a bill to let out-of-state nurses and other health care professionals work without final license approval for a year.
2 months ago
New rule for new drivers in N.J.: What parents need to know about the mandatory requirement
Parents and guardians must now certify their teen driver has logged 50 hours of supervised practice, including 10 hours at night, before they can get a probationary license.
2 months ago
Listen 1:08New Jersey doesn’t have enough farmers. A lawmaker wants to change that
Proposed legislation in N.J. would create a program to help beginner farmers pay for equipment and buy land to grow their crops.
2 months ago
Listen 1:05The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey is suggesting alternative activities to betting on Super Bowl Sunday.
2 months ago
Listen 1:13Democratic candidates vying to become the Garden State’s next governor agree that costs must be lowered, immigrants must be protected and government must spend smarter.
2 months ago
Nedia Morsy, the deputy director of Make the Road Action, said federal funding for vital programs that support working families are under attack.
2 months ago
Listen 1:38Menendez told the judge “I have lost everything” before he was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison.
2 months ago
Efforts are being ramped up to help New Jersey immigrants taken into custody by ICE. Many do not know they have constitutional rights.
2 months ago
Listen 1:26Newark, N.J. mayor condemns ICE raid on local fish market, calls it unconstitutional
Newark, N.J. Mayor Ras Baraka says there can be disagreements about immigrants, but everyone must respect and follow the U.S. Constitution.
3 months ago
Listen 0:58A group that supports immigrants in South Jersey is launching Rapid Response ICE watch teams and holding Know Your Right community workshops.
3 months ago
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