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
Indictment: Southeast Minnesota Man Aided in the Sexual Exploitation of Children
He is alleged to have participated in the international scheme from November of 2021 through April of 2022.
Minnesota Deputy’s Squad Rear-Ended at Highway Speed at Crash Scene
While the deputy was parked at the scene, a vehicle struck the rear of the squad at highway speeds.
3 Injured in 4-Vehicle Crash That Closed Part of I-90 Near Austin
Officials closed the interstate’s eastbound lanes between the Hwy. 56 exit and U.S. Hwy. 218 South interchange.
Ex Olmsted County Detention Deputy Charged in Federal Child Porn Production Case
He's been indicted for production and possession of child pornography and coercing a minor to engage in sexually explicit conduct.
Second Rochester Teen Sentenced for 2023 Drive-by Shooting
Rochester police indicated up to 30 shots were fired and bullets struck a nearby apartment building and two vehicles.
Officers Shoot Gunman During Standoff Outside of Twin Cities Target Store
Police responded to the report of a vehicle displaying stolen license plates in a Target parking lot.
Law Enforcement Impersonator Scam Costs Rochester Woman Thousands
The caller told the woman she had an active arrest warrant for missing a court appearance and transferred her to another person claiming to be a lieutenant with the sheriff’s office.
Driver Injured & Cited Following Crash at Olmsted County Intersection
Everyone involved was buckled up.
Rochester Man Sent to Prison for Large Fentanyl Pill Bust During Traffic Stop
Rochester Police stopped a vehicle driven by a man the officer knew to have a canceled license in the area of 3rd Ave. and 16th St. Southeast
6 Arrested in Major Southern Minnesota Fentanyl Pill Bust
Members of multiple law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant that led to the discovery of the deadly drug on Saturday.