Jim Murdoch

Reporter

Author Jim Murdoch portrait

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: What a 'Deal!' But is it legal? Critics clap back at discounted beach tags for residents in upscale town
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What a 'Deal!' But is it legal? Critics clap back at discounted beach tags for residents in upscale town

Story image: Planning ahead for insurance rate hikes? Experts weigh in
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Planning ahead for insurance rate hikes? Experts weigh in

Story image: Mama Mia! Potential tariffs could increase costs of NJ’s favorite pasta brands
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Mama Mia! Potential tariffs could increase costs of NJ’s favorite pasta brands

Story image: Manasquan's mayor calls for immediate changes after second e-bike chase with police
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Manasquan's mayor calls for immediate changes after second e-bike chase with police

Story image: Spring Lake honors veterans past and present with dozens of American flags and honor plaques
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Spring Lake honors veterans past and present with dozens of American flags and honor plaques

Story image: More than 500 New Jersey Optum employees laid off, notified by video email as patients fear what's next 
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More than 500 New Jersey Optum employees laid off, notified by video email as patients fear what's next