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
SWAT sergeant in serious condition after 2 officers shot in Atlantic City, NJ
Two police officers were shot, and a man is dead following an incident in Atlantic City on Tuesday.
Procession honors Berks County officer killed in crash while responding to call
A large procession escorted the body of 42-year-old Kristen Yeager from Reading Hospital to Lutz Funeral Home in Mount Penn Borough, with people lining the route to pay their respects.
Philadelphia school board approves budget amid ongoing fight over school closures
At Thursday's meeting, the board also approved a $4.6 billion operating budget for the upcoming school year.
Packed Upper Merion meeting highlights divide over proposed data center campus
Fire officials and about a half dozen police officers were present as the meeting reached standing-room-only capacity, with overflow rooms and the township lobby filled as residents waited to speak.
Teen critical after being shot in the stomach inside South Philadelphia home
Police are trying to piece together how a 17-year-old boy was shot in the stomach inside a home in South Philadelphia.
Police increase enforcement against pop-up parties in Wildwood, NJ
A pop-up party in Wildwood, New Jersey that was promoted on social media was shut down before it could get underway as police increased enforcement across the city during Memorial Day weekend.
"No Drone Zones" will be enforced during World Cup, other major events in Philly this summer
Federal officials are warning residents and visitors to keep drones grounded this summer as Philadelphia prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches and weeks of large-scale festivities.
Local race car driver Lavar Scott reacts to death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch
South Jersey NASCAR driver Lavar Scott counts Busch among his inspirations and reflected on his impact on the sport.
Temple police help Carver High students prepare for prom in Center City
Temple University police officers also attended the event after helping several students prepare for the occasion, including providing formal wear in the weeks leading up to the event.
San Diego mosque killings reverberate nationwide, including in Philadelphia
The victims include a shop owner at the mosque, a mosque security guard and the husband of a teacher at the mosque.