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
Child Porn Conviction Sends Dodge Center Man to Prison
The charges stemmed from an investigation that began in September of last year
Minnesota E-Biker Seriously Injured In Collision with Car
The car driver was arrested.
Statewide Efforts Warns Minnesotans of Utility Scams
The natural gas provider said they’ve partnered with law enforcement to flood social media with information to protect Minnesotans from utility scams.
Minnesota BCA Issues Statewide Alert for Missing Man
He has not been heard from in over a week.
Zumbrota Announces Tentative Deal to Keep Police Department
City leaders plan to discuss the deal behind closed doors before holding a follow-up public discussion next month.
Pounds of Meth Seized in Major Drug Bust at Minnesota Post Office
Two people were taken into custody following the massive drug seizure.
Massive Mayo Clinic Development Plans in Rochester Move Forward
An update to the healthcare provider’s five-year plan was the subject of a public hearing held during Monday night’s Rochester City Council meeting.
Minnesota Man Charged in 2018 Rochester Child Sex Abuse Case
The criminal complaint says the girl was 8 or 9 years old at the time of the alleged sexual abuse.
State Patrol: Alcohol Involved, Man Ejected in Fatal Minnesota Crash
A 2004 Jaguar XJ8 was traveling north on the freeway at a high rate of speed when it struck the concrete barrier.
Mayo Clinic Wins Exemption From Minnesota Nurse Staffing Bill
The agreement will return to the House and Senate for a final vote.
Altercation on Platform Leads to Man Being Fatally Struck by Light Rail
The incident is being treated as a homicide.
Flooding Leads to Emergency Declaration in Southern Minnesota Town
The National Weather Service reported 3-5 inches of rain by Thursday morning.