I have been covering New Jersey news for more than 25 years, and have served as New Jersey 101.5’s lead investigative reporter since 2000. I've reported on a number of breaking news stories, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the 9/11 Terror Attacks, the Jersey based Anthrax Attack Investigation, the resignation of Governor Jim Mcgreevey, Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy as well as the terror bomb attack down the shore. I have covered the campaigns of Governors McGreevey Corzine, Christie and Phil Murphy, as well as U.S. Senators Frank Lautenberg Bob Menendez and Cory Booker. Additionally, I broke the story – in a series of reports – on New Jersey’s crumbling, dangerous bridges. I am proud to have received numerous awards for coverage of New Jersey stories, and been featured as an expert reporter on CNN’s Nancy Grace show, covering various topics including the Prom Mom Baby dumped in Trash segment.
David Matthau
FBI issues alert about dangerous Chinese agents in NJ
The Bureau says these Chinese agents are illegally going after anyone in New Jersey criticizing China
‘Forever chemicals’ threat in NJ town’s water: What you need to know
Some areas have higher concentrations than others- all water companies in NJ now required to install purification systems
NJ residents are optimistic about their finances
Some younger NJ residents are concerned about dealing with a possible financial emergency
This plan could really cut taxes for many New Jersey residents
A NJ Congressman is sponsoring a bill to restore the State and Local Tax deduction – it could mean more money in your pocket
Lead exposure levels increased for some NJ kids during the pandemic
The NJ Health Department is stressing the importance of lead testing for all children
Older workers are suddenly more in-demand in NJ
Some company bosses and managers in New Jersey say more mature workers tend to have a more productive work ethic and they also show up on time
This is how unaffordable child care is for most NJ families
A new report finds NJ families are spending more on childcare percentage wise than most other states
More NJ schools are letting in therapy dogs to help students
A New Jersey group travels around the state offering mental wellness programs to children in grades kindergarten through high school
More NJ students getting credit for community college courses
Ongoing efforts to have community college credits accepted at public four- year institutions are bearing fruit, saving students money and time.
Some NJ hospitals using AI to catch early cancerous growths
AtlantiCare is using an artificial intelligence program to detect early-stage lung cancer that can save patient’s lives.
NJ businesses could soon be forced to keep unwanted workers
Pending legislation would require many employees to be retained for at least three months, even when a business changes ownership or service contracts.
NJ restaurants unhappy about proposed plastic utensil ban
Jersey Restaurants could be fined thousands of dollars for giving customers a plastic fork or container of ketchup if it wasn’t specifically requested