David Matthau

Reporter

David Matthau is a WHYY News reporter covering the New Jersey Statehouse and general assignments. David recently served as lead investigative reporter for NJ 101.5 News. He’s reported on a number of major news stories, including the COVID-19 pandemic, Superstorm Sandy, Bridgegate, and the 9/11 Terror Attacks. David is a graduate of the University of Southern California where he studied cinema.

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Politics & Policy

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy signs $58.8B budget with tax hikes and a surplus boost

New Jersey’s new state budget includes property tax relief, new taxes on cigarettes and gambling and billions for the surplus fund.

3 days ago

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a HomeWorks Trenton dorm mom and two executives look at a book showing the future home of the organization

Education

HomeWorks Trenton in New Jersey offers teen girls in public schools academic support and boarding school experience

A non-profit group is offering Trenton, New Jersey, high school girls advanced classes in math, English and leadership.

4 days ago

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Residential block in Trenton with several houses

Urban Planning

Why are New Jersey housing costs continuing to rise — and who should pay for affordable housing?

As home construction costs keep rising, there’s a dispute in the proposed state budget over how to fund affordable housing.

7 days ago

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Education

A Burlington County, N.J. high school’s dance program is helping students succeed academically

Students studying dance at a Burlington County high school have improved focus and discipline, resulting in higher grades than their peers, school officials said.

2 weeks ago

Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 13, 2024, in Washington.

Politics & Policy

Mikie Sherrill wins Democratic primary race for N.J. governor

The former federal prosecutor and congresswoman beat a crowded field that featured mayors, the former state Senate president, the teacher's union president and a congressman.

3 weeks ago

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A polling place at Moorestown Township Town Hall in Burlington County, New Jersey.

Politics & Policy

New Jersey primary election 2025: What voters can expect

Six Democratic and five Republican candidates are vying for their party’s gubernatorial nomination.

3 weeks ago

Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora speaks with New Jersey Economic Development Authority CEO Tim Sullivan inside the Roebling Wire Works building

Urban Planning

Trenton’s shuttered Roebling Wire Works building is getting a new lease on life

Thanks to a $7 million grant, the shuttered New Jersey factory will be rehabbed to become a new civic center.

3 weeks ago

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WHYY's pop-up newsroom at Princeton Public Library. Madhu Bora and P. Kenneth Burns speak with an attendee

Community

WHYY News will host a pop-up newsroom in Westampton Township, New Jersey. You’re invited

South Jersey residents can ask questions, meet the New Jersey team and discuss story ideas during an upcoming WHYY News pop-up newsroom in Burlington County.

4 weeks ago

Crowds of people gather on the Seaside Heights New Jersey boardwalk

Courts & Law

N.J. law targets disruptive pop-up parties and inciting public brawls

A new N.J law establishes penalties for inciting a public brawl. It’s designed to stop young people from organizing pop-up parties on social media.

1 month ago

Community

Why is news important? WHYY News is heading to Princeton High School to teach a media literacy class

Students studying journalism and public speaking will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.

1 month ago