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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Body Discovery Believed to be Connected to Missing Minnesota Teen Case
He was last seen on March 23.
Manager Admits to Massive Theft from Minnesota Company
She was indicted in the embezzlement case in February.
Jury Convicts Minnesota Man in Fatal Western Wisconsin Stabbing of Teenager
The jury returned the verdict Thursday morning.
Dog Walker Discovers Body in Wooded Area Near Rochester, Death Investigation Launched
Deputies responded to the body discovery around 1:30 Wednesday afternoon.
Woman, Two Children Die in Minnesota Park Incident
The preliminary investigation indicates the incident is isolated.
Police Seize Thousands of Fentanyl Pills from Passed Out Duo in Rochester Parking Ramp
Rochester Police responded to the ramp on the report of two people being passed out in a vehicle.
Police Surveillance Leads to Meth Bust at Minnesota Gas Station
The charges say police witnessed a potential drug deal.
3 Injured After Minnesota Deputy’s Squad Strikes Vehicle Head-On
The three were taken to a nearby hospital.
Fight Leads to Deadly Shooting in Minneapolis
Officers responded to the report of a shooting at a bar.
Fire Torches Winona Home, Investigation Underway
A Sergeant on patrol came across the blaze early Tuesday morning.
Son Severely Wounds Father in Southern Minnesota Shooting
The 59-year-old victim was airlifted for further care.
Up in Smoke: Two House Fires in Three Days in Winona
Both fires are under investigation.