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 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, and Christie, 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
Pandemic Still Taking A Toll On NJ Parents Struggling With Childcare
The FDU survey finds many parents are forced to rely on childcare from a relative, or they are too nervous to put their kids in childcare because of COVID.
Garbage Pickup Missed Your Street? NJ Labor Shortage Hits Sanitation
The Jersey labor shortage is causing a garbage pile-up in some towns as trash hauling companies face a shortage of drivers, truck workers and technicians
NJ Schools Will Help Students Recover From COVID Learning Loss
The Department of Education announces a series of steps to make sure schools are completely open in-person in the fall.
A New Poll Finds Some NJ Workers Won’t Go Back To The Office
The FDU survey finds younger workers and Democrats like working from home more than Republicans
At-Home COVID Tests Now Available At NJ Pharmacies
The head of communicable disease services for the Jersey Health Department says the at-home test is accurate and gives results in 15 minutes
No Big Cash Jackpots Offered But NJ is Still Pushing Vaccinations
Pop up clinics down the shore, family friendly vaccine events with faith leaders and door knocker teams are trying to encourage everyone to get a COVID vaccine.
Pandemic Stress is Sending More NJ Kids To The Emergency Room
Many Middle and High school students are being treated for COVID related panic and anxiety attacks
Move Over, COVID: Tick Diseases Running Rampant In NJ
Jersey residents testing negative for COVID should consider getting tested for Lyme disease, according to the head of the Lyme Disease Association
NJ Has Many COVID Long-Haulers Who’ve Taken Months To Recover
They think they’ve recovered from the virus but suddenly symptoms reappear, and may persist for months
NJ Homeowner Associations Not Opening Pools For Fear of COVID Lawsuits
The measure would stipulate homeowner associations in the Garden State could not be sued if somebody gets COVID and claims they caught the virus in the pool or clubhouse
NJ State Troopers Keep Watch For Jersey Shore Pandemic Violations
As the weather warms up and more people get vaccinated, shore bars are reminded about capacity and social distance limits.
Plea for help: Disabled NJ adults still not allowed to return to classrooms
As schools return to in-person instruction, programs for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities must stay virtual, causing major problems.