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
Hidden camera disguised as pen found in bathrooms on Ocean City boardwalk
One recording device was discovered by Fallon Conway around 11 a.m. Thursday. It was hidden behind a trash can in a family bathroom on East 6th Street.
Northeast Philadelphia neighbors fed up with car thefts and break-ins: 'People are scared'
Neighbors believe young teens and maybe homeless people are behind the crimes occurring anywhere from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Person found dead in car after fire engulfs Mount Laurel home
Police say crews arrived at the two-story home with heavy flames showing, primarily in the area near the garage.
Protesters rally in Philadelphia against ICE activity
This group, organized by SEIU Local 32BJ, is calling for the release of SEIU California President David Huerta, who was detained during protests.
NJ church member arrested for allegedly having sex with child
Detectives say he had sex with a girl under the age of 13 over a two-year period at multiple locations in Burlington County.
Philadelphia police ID suspect arrested in Delaware County after high-speed chase
The driver could be seen speeding past cars, even appearing to hit an SUV during the chase.
Residents suing Philadelphia to stop bike lane upgrades in Center City neighborhood
The group also says accidents will increase, driveways will be blocked, and even first responders will be impacted, amounting to irreparable harm to property rights and neighborhood infrastructure.
'Tooty' the French bulldog stolen in Wilmington, Delaware home break-in
"I feel like someone kidnapped my child": Jahmeir Snow says the burglar broke down the door to get in, then, for some reason, fired shots inside before stealing the dog.
Philadelphia police increase patrols for weekend events after Fairmount Park mass shooting
In the wake of a mass shooting on Memorial Day evening in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia police are deploying additional resources ahead of another busy weekend in the city.
Rollerblading robber escapes with cash after threatening gas station worker
According to police, the suspect entered the store on rollerblades and displayed a handgun while also carrying a knife.