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 swimmer dies trying to cross a river
Authorities are advising all New Jersey residents to not attempt to swim in or across the Delaware this summer
New Jersey needs to pray for soaking summer rains
The latest Drought Monitor report shows the Garden State needs multiple soaking rains to get back in the normal range and avoid a possible drought later this summer
‘Ridiculous and typical’ — NJ environmental officials issue fine to themselves
The proposed legislation comes after the NJ DEP issued a big fine against itself for improperly disturbing a wetlands area
A plan to stop gang attacks in NJ
A New Jersey lawmaker is looking to toughen penalties significantly if two or more people attack a lone individual.
‘It’s a war zone’ — More teachers speak after officials lash out at NJ 101.5 report
State inspectors found health and safety violations at Irvington High School that weren't addressed until late into the school year after the district was ordered to do so by the state Department of Health.
NJ continues a work from home program for state employees
The COVID threat has abated but the Model Telework Pilot Program, which began during the pandemic, has been extended for at least a year.
NJ resident charged with astonishing one-man criminal enterprise
A two-year investigation results in the arrest of a NJ man for money laundering more than $9 million in an elaborate scheme he carried out himself
New report details the benefits of EVs in NJ
The American Lung Association report finds switching to zero-emission vehicles would save lives, money and sick days
Where’s my check? Thousands of NJ residents waiting for ANCHOR money
New Jersey Treasury Department workers continue to sift through ANCHOR applications that contain incomplete or erroneous information.
Live in NJ? You might want to take a hike
A new report ranks New Jersey as the fifth best state in the U.S. for hiking, based on multiple factors.