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
Traffic Stop Leads to Rochester Fentanyl & Cocaine Bust
A Rochester Police officer on patrol pulled over a vehicle for an illegal U-turn.
Search Continues for Teen Who Went Missing on Minnesota Lake
He tried to swim back to the canoe but a strong gust of wind pushed the canoe away from the teenager.
Camera Captures Attack of Rochester Gas Station Worker, Suspect Charged
A witness told Rochester Police that they saw two vehicles transporting seven people arrive at the gas station in southeast Rochester.
Olmsted County Commissioner Plans to Step Down
She has represented the Rochester area at the county and state level of government for nearly three decades.
4 Hospitalized, Man Arrested After Head-on Crash Near Rochester
The initial crash investigation indicates a westbound vehicle crossed over the center line and collided head-on with an eastbound vehicle.
Southeast Minnesota Man Charged in Bloody Sexual Assault of Missing Teen Girl at Rochester Home
The victim in the new case is 14 years old.
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.