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
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.
Stewartville Man Enters Guilty Plea For Rochester Park Robbery
He was one of three men charged in the June robbery.
Police Investigating Fatal Shooting at Twin Cities Homeless Encampment
The victim was 45 years old.
Missing Southeast Minnesota Man Now Subject of Statewide Alert
Over 150 people partook in a volunteer search effort on Saturday.
Truck Found, Search Continues for Missing Man in Southeast Minnesota
He was last heard from Wednesday night.
Teen Predator Bust: Minnesota Deputy Arrested & Charged in Sting Operation
The charges say an undercover officers were posing as teens online to catch individuals seeking to solicit sexual acts with underaged girls.
Statewide Alert Canceled After Missing Minnesota Man is Found Dead
The BCA canceled the alert Sunday evening.