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
NJ License Plate Frame Law About to Be Changed
A proposed bill would allow license frames on cars and trucks that partially cover a number or letter, as long as the plate is still visible
Incensed Murphy Wants All NJ Gun Bills Voted On Now
He says forcing legislators to vote on proposed measures to repeal gun safety laws will let NJ residents know whose side they are on.
Student Loan Forgiveness for Some NJ Residents: Are You Eligible?
Gov. Phil Murphy and federal Department of Education leaders paid a visit to the College of New Jersey on Monday to highlight efforts to improve access to student loan forgiveness for public employees.
Gov. Murphy Expresses Concern About NJ Pop-up Beach Parties
Gov. Phil Murphy is expressing concern about the wild pop-up party that drew thousands and spiraled out of control in Long Branch over the weekend -- but he stopped short of offering any sort of solution.
Watch Out: More and More Pedestrians Getting Killed in NJ
According to data compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association, there were 179 pedestrian fatalities in the Garden State in 2020, and 220 last year, an increase of almost 23%.
Cheating on Your Taxes in NJ? Someone is Watching You
You might not be aware of it but a specially trained group of men and women are hard at work in New Jersey, cracking down on tax cheats.
More Swimmers and Boaters in Philadelphia Waters — and That’s a Problem
The Maritime Exchange insists swimmers and kayakers pose a safety and security risk, while the Delaware Riverkeeper says that’s untrue and absurd.
NJ Lawmaker Wants a ‘Ban the Box’ Law for College Applications
New Jersey already has a "Ban the Box" law that prohibits employers from asking a job applicant about their criminal history. Soon a similar type of Ban the Box provision could be added to college applications in the Garden State.
Should Naloxone Be Free in NJ? Advocates Say Overdose Deaths Preventable
With opioid overdose deaths continuing to rise since the start of the pandemic, there’s a new call to expand the availability of naloxone, the overdose antidote drug that brings users back from the brink of death.
NJ Firefighters Getting Millions for Protective Equipment
Gov. Phil Murphy has announced that $10 million in federal funding is going to help protect firefighters across the Garden State.