Chad Pradelli
Chad Pradelli is an Investigative Reporter, whose wide knowledge of various issues has led him to cover some of the most memorable stories for Action News. In 2004, Chad covered the impact of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. He also reported on the tragic Sandy Hook school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, the Jerry Sandusky trial, and has broken numerous stories in the Philadelphia market.

Chad joined Action News in 2004 from KFSN in Fresno. There, he was the Consumer Investigator/Fill-in Anchor. Prior to joining the ABC family, Chad worked in Palm Springs as a Weekend Weather Anchor/Reporter.

Chad holds a Master's Degree from the Newhouse School of Communications at Syracuse University. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Regis University in Denver.

Chad is happy to be back in Pennsylvania. He was born in Pittsburgh, and enjoys calling the Delaware Valley home. In his spare time, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, golf, football and politics.

Chad's Stories
Experts warn about dangers of 'gas station heroin' | Action News Investigation
Health experts said the troubling ingredient is putting people in the hospital and flooding poison control centers with calls.
Philadelphia police working to implement new holster-activated body cameras | Special Report
Evesham Police Chief Walt Miller said the technology allows officers to react to situations without thinking about camera activation.
Philadelphia-area university dining facilities plagued with health violations
Dining inspections show many local college and university food vendors have health code violations that could make students sick.
Victim says he's out tens of thousands of dollars after cryptocurrency scam
The victim described the moment when he realized he'd been scammed: "Like a pit in my stomach. How could I be so stupid?"
More than 100 dogs seized in NJ dogfighting raid; 8 arrested including alleged organizer 'Hollywood'
Bruce Low Jr. is accused of being one of the top five dogfighting breeders in the country. He allegedly ran his operation through Royal Bull Kennels on the South Jersey property.
Chesco family says EV charger nearly caught home on fire: What you should know
Nathan Simcox, who is a master electrician, said the biggest mistake he often sees is people using adapter plugs or dryer plugs not rated for charging cars.
Which Pa. counties are prosecuting drug dealers when users overdose? | Investigation
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said he considers every case brought to his office. But overall, drug sale charges have plummeted under his leadership.
Police in Chester County searching for suspect who swiped meds from Rite Aid
Retail theft has been on the rise nationwide largely due to organized retail theft rings.
Exclusive: How Philly police's new surge team is cracking down on violence, quality of life issues
Investigative Reporter Chad Pradelli got a front-row seat to ride with Philadelphia police's new Mobile Surge Team.
Philadelphia senior living facility cited for dozens of violations
Seniors living at the Brith Sholom House have been fighting the landlord for years about unsafe and deplorable living conditions.