Jim Murdoch

Reporter

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Jim Murdoch joined the News 12 team as a reporter in 2014 and focuses on Monmouth and Ocean counties. When nature roars, Jim heads outdoors, reporting in the middle of memorable blizzards, nor'easters, and tropical storms along the beach.

Story image: Teen accused of fatally stabbing grandmother inside Jackson Township apartment

Teen accused of fatally stabbing grandmother inside Jackson Township apartment

Story image: New Jersey could ban flour additive already banned in other states and overseas
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New Jersey could ban flour additive already banned in other states and overseas

Story image: More officers, agencies to patrol Seaside Heights Boardwalk during Memorial Day weekend
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More officers, agencies to patrol Seaside Heights Boardwalk during Memorial Day weekend

Story image: Gov. Sherrill announces NJ Transit Rapid Action Plan to improve rider experience
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Gov. Sherrill announces NJ Transit Rapid Action Plan to improve rider experience

Story image: Seaside Park will not accept Berkeley Township badges in 2026 
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Seaside Park will not accept Berkeley Township badges in 2026 

Story image: Grieving mom wants answers after son with severe autism falls to death at day program center in Oceanport
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Grieving mom wants answers after son with severe autism falls to death at day program center in Oceanport