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 restaurants get creative to hold the line on prices
Going out to eat in New Jersey is still affordable, but there are some exceptions
FBI warns NJ residents to beware of a wild new ransomware twist
Cyber criminal groups of offering to sell crooks looking to cash in on a ransomware attack the expertise and technology to launch an attack themselves
What’s next for NJ drivers in the E-ZPass scam violation lawsuit?
A special 3 judge panel is reviewing all the evidence – but NJ drivers can still sign up for the class-action suit
New Jersey small business optimism is sinking
Different problems are cited in the latest Small Business Optimism Index, but inflation is at the top of the list in NJ
ATVs continue wild illegal joyrides through the NJ Pine Barrens
Conservationists concerned that many sensitive environmental areas in NJ are getting destroyed. Why isn’t something being done?
NJ gas prices keep dropping: How low will they go?
Cheaper prices in New Jersey should continue for a while, but then prices could change drastically- keep your eye on these variables
NJ pedestrian deaths on the rise: The most dangerous roads
A new report finds some NJ roads are more perilous than others because of the way they’re configured and used
How recreational marijuana impacted New Jersey’s medical pot program
Advocates are pushing a plan to have medicinal cannabis covered by insurance starting later this year
Hot, dry, sunny New Jersey: Is a possible drought shaping up?
The NJ state climatologist says indicators are moving in the wrong direction and water conservation is important
When will more NJ restaurants be allowed to serve alcohol?
Lots of talk but no action yet on an issue that could save many New Jersey restaurants from going under