newsmatt
News & Politics Podcasts
Matt Small is a journalist at WTOP News in Washington. At the AP for nearly 18 years, he contributed both on-air and to the wire. Matt is recognized by colleagues for his clever and thoughtful use of technology to gather and spread news and information.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News & Politics Podcasts
Description:
Matt Small is a journalist at WTOP News in Washington. At the AP for nearly 18 years, he contributed both on-air and to the wire. Matt is recognized by colleagues for his clever and thoughtful use of technology to gather and spread news and information.
Twitter:
@newsmatt
Language:
English
Contact:
7035984600
Website:
http://mutsol.com/
Email:
msmalldc@gmail.com
Episodes
New mental health crisis training for DC police in 2024
12/18/2023
All D.C. police officers and recruits will receive what the department is calling “new and innovative” training aimed at lowering the temperature in situations involving people dealing with a mental health crisis. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:40
Does it matter that a Virginia House of Delegates candidate livestreamed sex acts online?
9/20/2023
Many Virginia Democrats are framing the controversy around a legislative candidate who livestreamed herself performing sex acts as a distraction from the issues they say matter to voters. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:02:10
Test scores reflect racial achievement gap across Maryland schools
8/23/2023
We're getting a fresh look at how some students in the D.C. region are mastering Math and English. Maryland public school students are showing improvements. However, the latest state test scores are still raising concerns. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:02:00
Money for businesses impacted by road name changes in Loudoun County, Virginia
7/19/2023
Loudoun County, Virginia workers have been removing Confederate references from its road names. Now the county is offering grants to businesses impacted by the move. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:07
Relief is on the way as the DC area faces moderate drought
6/21/2023
Some much needed rain is falling in the D.C. region today. WTOP's Matt Small has the latest with 7News First Alert meteorologist Brian van de Graaff as the area faces a moderate drought.
Duration:00:01:37
Today is Flag Day: What to know about Old Glory
6/14/2023
Flag Day is June 14th — marking the day back in 1777 that the Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:45
The Atlantis has launched in DC with Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl at the controls
5/31/2023
Dave Grohl grew up in the D.C. area and last night the Foo Fighters' rocker went-back-in-time to open D.C.'s newest club The Atlantis. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:29
Alexandria neighborhood makes Virginia group's list of 'most endangered historic places'
5/10/2023
A popular neighborhood in Northern Virginia has made a list of endangered spots across the state. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:51
Montgomery Co. residents react to bill aimed at prohibiting police from stopping drivers for some minor traffic offenses
4/26/2023
A bill being considered in Montgomery County, Maryland, would limit police officers from making stops for certain minor traffic offenses. Dozens of county residents are sharing their thoughts. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:02:15
'Chemotherapy has extinguished the cancer cells': Maryland Rep. Raskin shares update in cancer battle
4/21/2023
Maryland Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin, who has been fighting cancer since December, has his last chemotherapy treatment today. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:33
Alexandria parents unite to fight drug use and overdoses in kids
4/20/2023
Drug use and overdoses in kids is a problem in communities across the U.S. WTOP's Matt Small reports the issue was front and center for parents last night in Alexandria, Virginia.
Duration:00:01:02
Earth Day 2023: How to celebrate and give back in the DC area
4/19/2023
Earth Day is this Saturday. WTOP's Matt Small has some ideas on how you can give back to the planet across the D.C. area.
Duration:00:01:40
A new survey shows many people are feeling lonely. Are you one of them?
4/5/2023
Feeling lonely? WTOP's Matt Small reports on a new survey that says you're not alone.
Duration:00:01:37
A new hospital in Fairfax County gets a green light from the state
3/30/2023
A planned hospital in the Franconia area of Fairfax County is moving ahead following approval by Virginia health officials. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:36
Americans' faith in banks low after failures: poll
3/23/2023
Following some recent bank failures, how much faith do you have in yours? WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:45
Pence says Trump 'endangered my family' on Jan. 6
3/12/2023
Former Vice President Mike Pence's criticism of his former boss gets sharper. WTOP's Matt Small reports for CBS News.
Duration:00:00:49
That vague fee on your restaurant bill. Is it legit?
3/8/2023
Are you noticing more fees when you're eating out? WTOP's Matt Small with something for you to chew on.
Duration:00:02:03
Feathers ruffled after Bidens order the same dish at DC's Red Hen
3/2/2023
President Biden and the first lady recently went out to eat at D.C.'s Red Hen restaurant. What they picked from the menu has left some foodies with ruffled feathers. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:02:03
Will the trial of an indicted Loudoun schools official be relocated?
2/23/2023
Can an indicted Loudoun County Public Schools spokesman get a fair trial in that same county? WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:01:40
Behind closed doors: Which Maryland school system will review the content of nearly 3 dozen books?
2/15/2023
One Maryland school system's plan to privately hold meetings over the fate of 35 challenged library books can move forward. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
Duration:00:00:46