
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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2 months ago
Listen 0:58More bus service will be provided in the event of a strike. The union representing train engineers rejected a tentative contract agreement last month.
2 months ago
Listen 0:50REAL ID enforcement has begun in New Jersey. Here’s what to know
An emergency REAL ID program requires proof of a life-or-death crisis for New Jersey travelers, but TSA is allowing people to use non-REAL IDs, for now.
3 months ago
Listen 0:57New Jersey primary election 2025: What you need to know before you vote
New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 10. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.
3 months ago
New Jersey’s REAL ID deadline: What residents need to know
Starting May 7, REAL IDs will be the only driver’s licenses accepted to board a plane or enter a federal building.
3 months ago
Listen 0:57Trenton, N.J. Fire Department appoints first woman fire captain in its history
The new fire captain wants to encourage girls and boys to consider becoming a firefighter.
3 months ago
Listen 1:07Sen. Booker got help from fellow Democrats during his marathon, anti-Trump speech, the longest Senate speech in history.
3 months ago
Listen 1:04N.J. lawmakers want to stop pop-up parties and disruptive flash mobs down the shore
New Jersey passed a bill to toughen penalties for inciting brawls at public gatherings. It’s part of an effort to stop chaotic shore pop-up parties.
3 months ago
Listen 1:22New Jersey sees 74% increase in child pornography arrests since 2020
The state’s top law enforcement agent to those possessing and distributing child porn: If you harm our kids, we’re going to catch and prosecute you.
3 months ago
Listen 1:13New report recommends four bridges connecting N.J. and Philly should have safety standards checked. The DRPA says the root problem is how large ships operate.
4 months ago
Listen 1:19A N.J. Assembly committee approved bills to give residents better access to affordable housing information, and keep renters from getting evicted.
4 months ago
Listen 1:15New Jersey lawmaker wants insurance companies to cover menopause treatments
Proposed legislation in New Jersey would require insurance companies to pay for menopause treatment and raise awareness about it.
4 months ago
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