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
Rochester Police: Evidence Contradicts Robbery Reported on Popular Minnesota Trail
The incident was officially referred to by police as a "suspicious circumstance investigation."
Charges: Rochester Man Robbed Victim of Bike Trailer, Attacked Police Multiple Times
He’s also accused of committing the robbery that police responded to a northwest Rochester apartment complex to investigate.
Wanted Rochester Woman Accused of Fleeing Deputies at High Speeds Arrested After Crashing
She’s accused of fleeing an attempted traffic stop north on Hwy. 63 at speeds that reached approximately 100 mph at times.
2 Boys in Group of Runners Airlifted After Being Hit by Car at Minnesota Intersection
A car hit the boys while they were in the crosswalk.
Misdial Prompts Active Shooter Response at Zumbrota Factory
The preliminary investigation indicates an employee set off the alarm by misdialing a number on the plant’s internal phone system.
Trucker Alleged to Have Been Distracted by Netflix Charged for Crash That Killed 2 People on Minnesota Interstate
The deadly crash occurred on the afternoon of August 25
Worker Killed in Mishap At Southeast Minnesota Manufacturing Plant
The deadly incident was reported around 10 a.m. Monday.
University of Minnesota Closes Buildings for Second Day Amid Ongoing Pro-Palestinian Encampment
Demonstrations started last week at the U of M when nine people were arrested for setting up an encampment.
Weather Alert: Severe Storm Risk for Parts of Minnesota & Iowa Tuesday Night
The severe weather threat is predicted to arrive in the area by Tuesday evening.
Minnesota Toddler ID’D As Victim on Fatal Crash That Closed Hwy. 52
It happened where traffic is reduced to a single lane in each direction due to a construction project.
Fatal Crash in Construction Zone Closes Stretch of Hwy. 52 in Southeast Minnesota
MnDOT reported the closure shortly after 12 p.m. Monday.
Third Rochester-Area Resident Falls Victim to Costly Law Enforcement Scam
The scammer tells the victim that an arrest warrant will be issued if they do not comply.
Police Arrest Wanted Man With Loaded Gun, Fentanyl Pills at Rochester Gas Station
He could face additional felony charges related to his arrest.
Second Rochester Man Announces Bid for Open City Council Seat
Minnesota’s two-week candidate filing window opens May 21.