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.
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Expansion & Dedication Planned for Iconic Rochester Landmark
An event scheduled for later this month will honor two Rochester residents who were instrumental in making the landmark a reality and serve as a kickoff for a fundraising effort to expand it.
Man Attacked by Knife & Robbed in Rochester, Suspects Captured and Charged
Rochester police responded to a hospital on the report of a robbery shortly before 10:20 Wednesday night.
Woman Caught With Thousands of Fentanyl Pills in Rochester Parking Ramp Sentenced
Rochester Police responded to a report of two people passed out in the vehicle parked inside the city's Second Street Parking Ramp.
Rochester Man Sentenced for Major Hwy. 52 Cocaine & Fentanyl Bust
He entered a plea agreement last week.
Eyota Man Severely Injured in Fiery Tractor-Tanker Truck Crash Identified
The crash caused the temporary closure of the northbound lane of Hwy. 42.
Gun Threat at Rochester Gas Station Sends Convicted Rochester Felon to Prison
He was identified as the person who allegedly pulled a handgun out of his waistband and threatened to kill another man while the victim was pumping gas into his car.
Indictment: Minnesota School Teacher Used Messaging App to Send & Receive Child Porn
The educator made his first court appearance last week.
Human Remains Discovered Along Shore of Popular Minnesota Lake
Authorities say a group of wild ricers found the skeletal remains on Saturday evening.
Young Motorcyclist Taken to Hospital After Crash with SUV at Rochester Intersection
A photo from the scene indicates the motorcycle had started on fire.
Mayo One Flies to Fiery Collision Involving Tanker Truck and Farm Tractor Near Eyota
Both the semi and tractor were traveling south on Hwy. 42 when they collided.