Nina Pineda
Nina's live reporting has taken her from the center of some of the worst natural disasters in the United States, Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy, to some of the country's most historic moments - the inauguration of President Barack Obama and the attacks on 9/11.
Nina's reports on September 11, 2001 from underneath the World Trade Center Towers helped earn Nina and her colleagues at WABC and ABC News the prestigious Peabody Award for Excellence in Journalism. The dusty red outfit she wore, a red suit and black shoes along with a clip reel of her reports are forever a part of our national history, preserved in a Smithsonian exhibit on 9/11 through the Senator John Heinz History Center in her hometown, Pittsburgh, PA.
Active in the Tri-State charity community, participates in fundraisers for various Asian American and Women's organizations, including the New York Asian Women's Center and the Women's Rights and Information Center where Nina serves on the Board of Trustee.
In 2013, Nina was a recipient of CUNY Asian Role Model of the Year Award. In 2014, Nina was honored by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for her work helping victims of consumer fraud. In 2016, Nina was recognized by Bergen County's Executive Director for her work helping victims of crime in Bergen County.
Nina has appeared nationally on Prime Time Live, Live with Regis and Kelly and CNN. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Syracuse University and lives in Bergen County with her husband, John, raising 2 young daughters.
Nina's Stories
7 On Your Side gets money back for mourning family after flight cancelation fiasco
7 On Your Side has what you need to know before you book a flight through any popular travel booking site.
7 On Your Side helps solve FEMA flood insurance mix-up for New Jersey homeowner
What happens when you believe your policy was in effect -- then you get flooded and your claim is denied?
Tips on how to put your tax refund money to good use: 7 On Your Side
The good news is the average tax refund issued by the IRS this year was $3,182, about 5 % higher than last year.
How to get more money back in your tax refund: 7 On Your Side
Start gathering receipts to make an impact on your taxes by increasing your refund or lowering the amount of taxes owed.
How to spot fake eclipse glasses | 7 On Your Side
Counterfeiters are taking advantage of people to sell fake glasses for the eclipse, which could leave the buyer's eye vulnerable to some serious damage.
7 On Your Side helps parolee after check deposit caused bank to freeze account
Insurance policy settlements, disability checks, lump sum work payments and home sale deposits can all result in frozen bank accounts.
Neighborhood Eats: Clemente Bakery in New Jersey is cooking up 2,000 Easter breads for the holiday
A New Jersey family owned bakery is baking and distributing 2,000 Easter breads to help families celebrate the holiday.
Nissan auto dealers to pay $1.9M in refunds, penalties over lease buyout fees: NY AG
The deceptive practice was first reported by 7 On Your Side at the beginning of the pandemic.
Squatters rights: Local and state lawmakers push for change in NY
After two investigations into squatting went viral, the 7 On Your Side team has what is being done to change the law -- and tips for homeowners to avoid becoming a victim.
Check washing scam threatened Manhattan doggy day care | 7 On Your Side
Check washing is when a scammer steals a check from your mailbox and literally, washes the ink right off it.