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
Suspects wanted in smash-and-grab burglary at luxury boutique in Haddonfield
Surveillance video shows burglars breaking through the front window. Once inside, one man appears to use a sledgehammer to smash glass cases, stealing thousands in luxury goods.
Philadelphia city commissioner's nephew murdered; police search for suspects
The nephew of Philadelphia City Commissioner Omar Sabir is among the latest victimized by gun violence.
ChristianaCare doctors look to unionize citing need for improved working conditions, patient safety
Doctors say they want patients' needs prioritized, more input in decision-making, better benefits, and less corporate influence.
Residents remain wary but optimistic 1 week after cleanup of Kensington Avenue encampment
Kensington resident Keith Farley said it seems things are improving, but it depends on the day.
Camden County residents bring safety concerns to local leaders after recent break-ins
After recent home break-ins and car thefts, some Camden County residents brought their concerns to local leaders at a meeting on Monday night.
Triple shooting in Southwest Philadelphia leaves man dead; 10-year-old girl grazed by bullet
A shooting in Southwest Philadelphia left a man dead and two others injured, including a young child.
Northeast Philadelphia hit-and-run victim speaks out as police search for driver
As Bryan McCalister lay there, with cars driving around him, he said an off-duty police officer who had just pulled into a nearby gas station came to his aid.
Victim of Philadelphia murder-suicide identified as Olney High School teacher
An Olney High School teacher was the victim killed in a murder-suicide on Monday in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
Girl, 12, dies weighing just 50 pounds; DA says she was subjected to 'evil' and 'torment'
The girl would be shackled, the D.A. said, and would be punished by sometimes being denied food for days.
Violent crash leaves South Jersey animal sanctuary in ruins and owners seeking justice
While surveillance cameras on the property did not capture the crash, they did capture footage of a man jumping over the driveway gate.