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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Hundreds of Deadly Fentanyl Pills Seized in Bust Near Rochester Elementary School
Police also found an illegal handgun.
Authorities Arrest Felon For Rural Minnesota Shooting, Police Pursuit
Officials say the suspect has what is described as an “extensive criminal history” that includes two convictions for felon possessing a firearm.
Traffic Stop Leads to Rochester Meth & Mushroom Bust
The defendant in the case has a prior drug felony drug conviction.
3 Hospitalized After Crash at Southeast Minnesota Intersection
An SUV and car were involved in the collision.
Decline in Rochester’s On-Time Graduation Rate Eclipses State Average
The 2023 graduation rate decline marks a reversal for the Rochester School District, which saw an increase in the percentage of students graduating in four years in 2022.
Man & Woman Found Dead Near Famous Minnesota Golf Course
The case began when police responded to the report of two unconscious individuals in a vehicle.
Man Armed With BB Gun Flees Rochester Police into Parking Ramp & Skyway, Captured in Garage
The incident began when Rochester Police were called to a bar around 2 a.m. on the report of a customer brandishing a firearm.
Passenger Killed in Head-on Crash With Semi on Slushy Minnesota Highway
She was 20 years old.
One of the Biggest Road Projects in Minnesota Set to Start This Year
MnDOT says the multi-season project has an estimated $38.4 million price tag
Election Shakeup: Rochester City Councilman Announces Bid for Council President
He has represented the fifth ward on Rochester’s City Council since 2018.