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
Minnesota Man Sentenced for Gun Point Kidnapping, Fraud & Identity Theft
He was convicted by a jury following a federal trial this past May.
Body of Missing Minnesota Ice Skater Found in Bay
He was reported missing on Sunday.
Update: 2 Teens Among Three Dead in Minnesota Thanksgiving Weekend Crashes
One of the deadly crashes happened Sunday night and the other occurred on Saturday afternoon.
Making The Grade: The Top Rochester Area Schools Based on Test Score
The report card is a data base for all public schools across the state.
At Least 5 Lives Lost in Crashes on Minnesota’s Roads This Week
At least five lives have been lost in traffic crashes on Minnesota’s roads since Monday morning.
Car & Pick-Up Involved in Fatal Crash Along Rural Minnesota Highway
Three people were in the pick-up and the driver was the sole occupant of the car.
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.
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.
Distracted Driving Suspected in Fatal Head-on Crash on Minnesota Highway
The fatal collision caused the highway to be closed for approximately five hours.
FBI Raid Leads to Child Pornography Conviction for Minnesota Man
Federal court documents say he was an active participant on a site on the dark web that is dedicated to trafficking and discussing child sexual abuse material.