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
Weather Forecast Forces Venue Change For DMC Event in Rochester
The event still includes a networking opportunity, a program recapping the past year and previewing the future.
Riot Charge Filed Against Rochester Man Dismissed
The defense filed a motion to dismiss, arguing the state did not have probable cause to charge.
Hotline & Email Started for Diabetic & Autistic Woman Who Vanished in Minnesota State Park
23-year-old Tonya Yarmakov was last seen on September 4.
Minnesota Truck Driver Taken to Hospital After Rolling Semi on I-90
He lost control of the semi.
Teen Boy Taken to Hospital After Being Hit by Car While Riding a Bike at Mower County Interchange
The vehicle involved was a Volkswagen Beetle.
Rochester Police: State Trooper Involved in Rochester Crash Was Responding to Hit-&-Run
Both traffic crashes are under investigation.
Woman Rushed to Hospital for Emergency Surgery After Stabbing at Rochester Apartment
Dispatch received a 911 call shortly reporting a stabbing after 2:30 a.m. from the victim.
Update: Authorities Capture Dangerous Person of Interest in Minnesota Murder Case
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office published a Facebook post warning the public about the man Monday night.
Two Men Charged in Bloody Assault Outside of Rochester Business
Responding officers found a pool of blood at the scene.
Crash Involving 2 Pick-ups at Southeast Minnesota Intersection Sends Man to Hospital
Both of the vehicles involved in the crash were pick-up trucks.