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 job seekers beware: Employment scams are on the rise
An NJ business expert recommends applicants use common sense and watch out for red flags
NJ tick explosion is underway: Make sure you do this to stay safe
New Jersey residents warned they may develop a sudden meat allergy after being bitten by a tick
It’s official: NJ drivers can renew licenses for free
The fee holiday is designed to give New Jersey consumers a break from inflation, says one lawmaker.
NJ created $10M program to help but businesses have only gotten fraction of it
The Return and Earn program has millions available to help train workers at small companies and give new workers $500 bonuses, tweaks are expected
NJ residents want to know: Is a new COVID booster shot coming soon?
A NJ infectious disease expert gives an update, and some strong advice about the booster shot timetable
NJ gas prices are trending down but experts are worried
Experts predict a new trend is expected to begin in New Jersey - the long term outlook isn’t great
Proposed change to NJ professional licensing fees has business industry worried
The state of New Jersey wants to move licensing fee funds from the state Division of Consumer Affairs, causing headaches for thousands of professionals.
As wildfire burns through 15,000 acres, NJ officials issue plea to public
As crews extinguish the Wharton State Forest fire NJ DEP Commissioner Shawn LaTourette says we’ve got to take our use of the natural environment really seriously
NJ forest fire danger is elevated, fire whirls are possible
The Chief of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said sometimes a small blaze can erupt into a major fire if it’s dry and windy
NJ nursing home labor shortage keeps getting worse
A new report finds almost all facilities are asking existing employees to put in extra hours but many nursing homes insist they can’t afford to raise worker salaries
Long after COVID, NJ restaurants are struggling: What you can do to help
Some New Jersey restaurants are losing money on certain menu options, while others simply remove the selections that cost too much-customers asked to stay patient
NJ property tax relief coming for homeowners and renters, but businesses get zilch?
NJ biz leaders are shocked the ANCHOR program announced by Gov. Phil Murphy does not include anything for their members even though they pay half of all property taxes in New Jersey