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
Charges: Violent Rochester Assault Put Victim in Hospital, Suspect Charged
The charges say he suffered a broken jaw and other injuries.
Minnesota Man Accused of Stealing Gun, Medication & Cash in Rochester Apartment Burglary
The victim was moving out of the apartment during the alleged burglary.
Rochester Woman Reported Missing, Police Ask for Public’s Help
She was last seen on Sunday, March 3
Woman in Crisis Armed With Knife Prompts ER Lockdown at Mayo Clinic Hospital
Police say the situation prompted a lockdown in the hospital’s emergency department.
Minnesota Man Arrested in Rochester Child Pornography Production, Dissemination Case
Police, with the assistance of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, launched an investigation after receiving the tip.
Boy & Young Woman Recently Reported Missing in Minnesota Found Safe
One of the cases involved a young boy from the Rochester area and the other was centered around a student who attends one of the state’s university’s.
Minnesota Motorcyclist Dies in Crash on Twin Cities Freeway
He was 32 years old.
Driver Fighting for His Life After Being Hit Outside of His Vehicle by Pick-up on Minnesota Highway
The driver was possibly pushing a compact car to the side of westbound Hwy. 14.
Two Men Charged in Downtown Rochester Pistol-Involved Attack
Rochester Police Officers were called to a downtown Rochester restaurant by staff members who reported encountering a bleeding and injured man.
More Money Pours in for Future Interchange at Busy Rochester-Area Intersection
The latest round of money comes from the federal government.
Two Lives Lost in Two Crashes on Minnesota Roads Monday
A vehicle caught on fire in one of the crashes and the other involved a teenager driving a luxury vehicle.
Body of Minnesota Woman Found in Wisconsin State Park
She was reported missing last week.