T.J. Leverentz has been a trusted voice covering news and sports in Southeast Minnesota for nearly 10 years. He got his start in college at Winona State before moving to Rochester in 2022. He's dedicated to covering the news that matters most in Rochester and across the state including crime, local government, education and breaking news. When he's not in the newsroom he's out a local high school broadcasting football and basketball games. T.J. is a huge sports fan and when he's not on the clock he's spending time with family and friends, teeing it up at the golf course or trying to tackle projects at his house.
TJ Leverentz
Roundabout Planned for Dangerous Rochester-Area Intersection
Officials say low-cost safety measures installed at the intersection have not done enough to reduce crashes at the intersection.
Rochester Drug Sting: Arrest Warrant Issued for One of Two Suspects
An arrest warrant has been issued for one of the suspects.
(UPDATED) Man Vanishes After Leaving Work in Minnesota
He has not been seen since Wednesday morning.
Body Found in Burnt Car Near Byron Identified as Missing Rochester Man
Deputies found a body inside of the burned up car.
Statewide Alert: Missing Man Not Seen Since 2024 May Have Left Minnesota
Officials are asking for assistance from the public.
Fatal Southeast Minnesota Crash Claims Driver’s Life, Injures 2 Others-One Critically
Two vehicles were involved in the deadly collision.
California Man Arrested After Fatal Stabbing at Rural Minnesota Bar
Officers responded to the report of a possible stabbing around 11:47 p.m. Tuesday.
Early Morning Cash Grab: Authorities Seeking Southeast Minnesota Subway Burglar & Thief
Authorities say the person was in and out of the store in under a minute.
Bodies of Man and Woman Found Outside of Vehicle Near Downtown Rochester
Officers were dispatched to the scene around 4:15 Wednesday morning.
Multi-Month Surveillance Operation Leads to Major Rochester Meth Bust
Law enforcement learned of the alleged drug sale activity in the fall of 2024.