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
Wildwood approves overnight boardwalk closure ordinance ahead of summer season
Deputy Mayor Steve Mikulski said the decision was driven by public safety concerns in a city that sees large seasonal crowds.
Jason Kelce talks retirement, NFL Draft and Eagles future during visit to Rowan University
Retired Eagles center Jason Kelce drew a packed crowd and a rock-star welcome during a campus visit Tuesday at Rowan University.
Center City retail occupancy hits 2-year high as storefronts refill
Center City storefronts are filling back up as retail activity in downtown Philadelphia reaches its highest level in two years, according to new data released by the Center City District.
New Crozer-Chester owners outline timeline for return of primary care services
Many residents said they welcomed the chance to be heard after feeling excluded from decisions surrounding the hospital's closure, though the mood in the room mixed hope with apprehension.
Mayor Parker, administration rally support for $7B budget proposal at West Oak Lane town hall
Arthur Wright, a West Oak Lane homeowner, attended the packed town hall at the Madjidullah on Limekiln Pike. He said increasing property taxes is putting pressure on residents like him.
1 killed, 2 presumed dead after parking garage collapse in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia
City officials said demolition of the collapsed structure is expected to begin sometime Friday.
Street sweeping resumes across Philadelphia as seasonal cleanup program begins
Street sweeping machines returned to neighborhoods across Philadelphia on Monday as the city launched its seasonal mechanical street cleaning program.
Former Chester County 911 dispatcher, firefighter charged in child porn case
Authorities allege Anton Bilski paid hundreds of dollars to vendors offering child sexual abuse material.
Planet Fitness employee stabbed multiple times at gym in Wyncote, Montgomery County
A Planet Fitness employee is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed multiple times in Wyncote, Montgomery County.
Iron Hill Brewery to reopen 5 locations after bankruptcy | Go inside the Philly brewpub
Investors, including original founders, were able to buy back the Iron Hill brand and five locations after other locations and assets were sold off as part of the bankruptcy process.