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
Storms leave damaged homes, submerged roads in Camden County
Heavy rain and flash flooding Monday left several Pennsauken homeowners dealing with flooded basements.
Opening day of Musikfest draws crowds for music, food and hometown talent
Crowds quickly filled the festival grounds on opening day, with Friday night's lineup headlined by country-pop singer Russell Dickerson at the Wind Creek Steel Stage.
2 children rescued after being nearly swept away in Schuylkill River
Authorities said the children came dangerously close to being swept away after entering the river, where water levels and currents had risen following heavy upstream rain earlier in the week.
Possible jobs reprieve emerges as JBS Souderton closure nears
Workers recently learned that some jobs may be saved, although details remain limited and no agreement has been finalized.
More than 600 animals flood ACCT Philly; incentives offered to ease overcrowding
ACCT Philly is offering financial incentives funded by donors. The shelter is offering $200 to foster a dog, $150 to foster cats and kittens, and $750 to rescue partners for every large dog they take.
Police seek potential witness in hit-and-run that killed Temple student
"Investigators believe she may possess vital information that could assist in the ongoing investigation," police said in a statement.
Proposed King of Prussia data center campus faces renewed scrutiny as review continues
The proposed Renaissance Park and Innovation Data Center campus has now entered a new, more intense phase of township review.
Videos capture waterspout before tornado warning in Cape May County
A line of severe storms brought down trees, flooded roadways, and triggered a tornado warning Tuesday evening.
Body cam video released of deadly police shooting in Wilmington, Delaware
The family's attorneys also announced a $25 million claim against the city of Wilmington and said they want the officer who fired the shots to face criminal charges.
HBCU Swingman Classic brings national spotlight to players during MLB All-Star Week
The event is designed to give HBCU players a national platform while increasing visibility and opportunities in the sport on one of baseball's biggest stages.