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Jim Murdoch

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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: Sea Tow Central NJ prepares for a busy holiday weekend along the Barnegat Bay
2:25
6h ago

Sea Tow Central NJ prepares for a busy holiday weekend along the Barnegat Bay

Story image: Holiday boaters warned to slow down and stay alert on the water
1:07
11h ago

Holiday boaters warned to slow down and stay alert on the water

Story image: Viral moment: Newark high school students handed teaching jobs on graduation day
1:58
3d ago

Viral moment: Newark high school students handed teaching jobs on graduation day

Story image: Homeless people in Toms River told to clear public spaces as heat hits 100 degrees
2:12
6d ago

Homeless people in Toms River told to clear public spaces as heat hits 100 degrees

Story image: Crowds pack Jersey Shore beaches to beat the heat ahead of severe weather
1:39
Jun 19, 2025

Crowds pack Jersey Shore beaches to beat the heat ahead of severe weather

Story image: Affidavit: Romantic affair may have led to Howell Township murder
2:24
Jun 17, 2025

Affidavit: Romantic affair may have led to Howell Township murder


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