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
Taxes to Increase by Millions Across Minnesota Next Year
The forecasted tax increase is the result of preliminary 2025 budgets proposed by local governments across the state.
Teen Girls Taken to Hospital After Crash That Snarled Traffic on Hwy. 14 Near Byron
Three vehicles were involved in the collision.
Plea Deal for Albert Lea Man Charged in Massive Rochester Butcher Shop Theft
His sentencing hearing is scheduled for January.
Minnesota Deputy Injured After Car Slams into Squad SUV at Crash Scene Along I-94 (Video)
The deputy was inside of the law enforcement vehicle at the time of the collision.
Olmsted Squad Car, Civilian Car Struck by Wanted Man Trying to Flee Arrest in Rochester
The wanted man backed into an Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office squad car and accelerated away from the area.
Woman Wounded During Second Rochester Shooting in Under Seven Days
Officers responded to the report of gunshots around 3:10 Sunday morning.
Fire Severely Damages Rural Olmsted County Home
The homeowner reported seeing smoke and flames coming from within the home’s walls near a wood-burning stove.
Social Media Threat Towards Rochester School Deemed Not Credible
Administrators were made aware of a threat posted to social media by a person believed to be a student at the school.
Distracted Driving Suspected in Fatal Head-on Crash on Minnesota Highway
The fatal collision caused the highway to be closed for approximately five hours.