Leland Pinder
It was during a high school internship at a local news station in his hometown that Leland discovered his passion and the career he would pursue. After graduating college, Leland began his journey in broadcast journalism as an assignment editor in Charlotte at what was then known as News14 Carolina, now Spectrum News.
After two years behind the scenes, Leland was able to kick off his reporting career as a "one-man-band" in Eastern North Carolina, eventually taking on weekend anchor duties. Following that foundational and character-building journey, Leland went on to work as a morning anchor at WIS-TV in Columbia, South Carolina, then took as job evening anchor and reporter at WTVR in Richmond, Virginia
Leland is very excited to join the Action News family. He considers it a dream job and an incredible opportunity to work in such a vibrant and historic city with such esteemed broadcast television professionals.
Leland enjoys meeting people with unique backgrounds and experiences that he'd likely otherwise never encounter. Telling their stories is why he loves being a journalist. He is excited to learn more about the issues and stories important to Philadelphians and get to know the people of the Delaware Valley!
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Leland's Stories
Frustrations in Delaware County as officials try to ease Crozer Health closure fears
Worry and fear are growing amid the impending closure of Crozer Health and the impacted ambulance service.
FSU student from South Jersey speaks out about deadly shooting
A Florida State University student with ties to South Jersey is speaking out after the deadly shooting on campus this week.
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week honors rarely seen, vitally important group
It's a job that keeps you on your toes, and Michael Groff has been doing it for more than a decade in West Chester Borough.
Man identified after triple shooting leaves 1 dead in North Philadelphia
Sources tell Action News police are looking for a Nissan sedan in connection with the triple shooting.
Man attacked after getting off train thankful for stranger who called 911
Philadelphia police said the victim was also hit multiple times with a closed fist, sustaining injuries to his face and hands as a result of being knocked to the ground.
Delco farm is using fire, cellulose solution to save peaches during spring freeze
Warm weather in March brought the peach trees at the farm to life, but below-freezing April temperatures could render new blooms dead before they have the chance to grow.
Driver charged after teen girl struck, killed by vehicle in Wilmington, Delaware
Video shows the vehicle barreling down what appears to be the wrong side of the street when the victim is hit.
Pretzel Factory worker recalls confrontation with armed robber: 'Grabbed me by my shirt'
The suspect suddenly pulled out a box cutter and grabbed the worker and demanded money from the register, police said.
St. Joseph's economics professor weighs in on Trump's tariff policy
Trump says his plan will reduce the trade deficit and even the playing field with countries that are essentially closed to American exports.
Man acquitted of homicide charges in Hatboro man's death speaks out
The jury found Maurice Byrd acted in self-defense when he opened fire amid the attack. He gained his freedom on Thursday, nearly 10 months later.