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
Construction Work Begins on Stretch of Busy Southeast Minnesota Highway
it's one of several projects planned for the area this construction season.
Rochester Jewelry Store Victimized by Smash & Grab Burglar, Suspect Caught on Video
Responding officers found the business’s front doors had been broken and a smashed jewelry case inside of the shop.
Update: Southeast Minnesota Pursuit Suspect Dies of Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Cannon Falls Parking Lot
It started with the report of a driver ramming a West Concord Police Officer during an attempted traffic stop.
New Safety Tool Coming to Southeast Minnesota’s Roads
The tool is a vehicle that gives law enforcement a unique perspective on citizen driving behavior.
Manager Admits to Massive Theft from Minnesota Company
She was indicted in the embezzlement case in February.
Body Found Near Rochester ID’D As Missing Minnesota Man
He was last seen March 7, 2023.
Case Dismissed: Lawsuit Against Rochester School Referendum Ballot Wording Tossed
The suit was filed last fall.
Body Discovery Believed to be Connected to Missing Minnesota Teen Case
He was last seen on March 23.
Jury Convicts Minnesota Man in Fatal Western Wisconsin Stabbing of Teenager
The jury returned the verdict Thursday morning.
4-Year-Old, 9-Year-Old Among 3 Dead in Minnesota Park Incident
Authorities have previously described the deaths as an isolated incident and have said they’re not looking for any suspects.