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
4 people injured in Philadelphia shooting
Investigators said at least six shots were fired, with some bullets striking Kelvin Kelly's SUV.
Philadelphia teachers union challenges school closure plan
The union said it reviewed plans for 16 of the 17 schools slated for closure and found insufficient evidence to support shutting down buildings such as Overbrook Elementary, where union leaders held a news conference.
Health officials reassure public amid hantavirus concerns
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it is confident in its response as 11 likely cases are linked to the outbreak.
Child dies after being hit by school bus in South Jersey
Chopper 6 was overhead as officers were seen inspecting a school bus at the scene.
Man critically wounded in Southwest Philadelphia shooting; suspect sought
Police are searching for a suspect and a motive after a 37-year-old man was shot six times Thursday evening in Southwest Philadelphia.
Woman dies day after row home fire in Philadelphia's Kingsessing section
A woman has died one day after a fire tore through a home in the Kingsessing section of Philadelphia.
Man admits to stabbing, killing his mother in Upper Darby Township: Affidavit
Chopper 6 video showed officers outside a home near the 4600 block of State Road, with police tape blocking off part of the street.
Pottstown man charged with sexually assaulting 2 women, including 90-year-old
Investigators said the suspect forced his way into the home, then sexually and physically assaulted the woman in her bedroom, including attempting to choke her.
Parents demand action to ensure safety at Cheltenham Elementary School
Parents reported incidents involving students attacking teachers and other children, with concerns centering on behavioral challenges within the school's emotional support program.
Cherry Hill school board approves budget with tax hike, job cuts to address shortfall
The Cherry Hill school board approved a budget that includes a property tax increase and job reductions to address a nearly $29 million budget gap.