Pedro Rivera
Prior to returning to New York, Pedro anchored weeknights for KTLA 5 News at 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. in Los Angeles. He reported on the Robb Elementary School mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and the Camp Fire in Northern California, the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in the state's history. Pedro co-hosted KTLA's WeHo Pride, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Rose Parade specials. Before KTLA, Pedro was the weekday morning anchor and reporter at KTXL in Sacramento.
Before heading to the West Coast, Pedro was a reporter at KHBS/KHOG in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and a news photographer and editor at WFSB in Hartford, Connecticut, and NY1 News in Manhattan.
Born in the Bronx, Pedro's journey began in New York City. He earned his bachelor's degree in communications from Pace University in Pleasantville. In 2026, Pedro received an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Pace University. During his time at Pace, he interned at WABC-TV, where he had the unique opportunity to interview sports legends like Bob Gibson, Joe Torre, and Ron Guidry. Pedro remains committed to reporting and delivering the news while staying active with his alma mater, where he serves on the advisory board for Pace University's Dyson College of Arts and Sciences.
Pedro is also co-chair of the Afro-Latino Task Force for the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. When off the air, Pedro enjoys watching his favorite sports teams, including the Yankees, Eagles, Rangers, and Hornets. Pedro enjoys spending time with his family on City Island.
Pedro is also a wine enthusiast, so if you have any restaurant recommendations or story ideas, shoot him a message!
Pedro's Stories
Harlem family shares journey with rare SATB2 syndrome diagnosis
A Harlem family is sharing its experience raising a child with SATB2-associated syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder, in hopes of helping other families facing a similar diagnosis and encouraging early intervention.
George Gallego to take part in NYC Marathon using manual wheelchair to save The Axis Project gym
Despite being paralyzed and in a wheelchair since 1992, George Gallego will be fighting every mile of this marathon to make sure people like him have a place they can grow stronger as well.
NYC Pride: Future of fashion spotted at Zero Waste Daniel
Before we see the latest fashion trends hit the runway, their often seen on a smaller stage, at a drag show near you.
How to keep your cryptocurrency safe from scammers
Scammers stole nearly $10 billion in cryptocurrency last year. Here are the steps you can take to ensure they don't come for your coins.
How improving your financial literacy can help build your credit score
Eyewitness News spoke to experts with tips on how to help improve your financial literacy, and in turn, build your credit score.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson hopes to inspire other Black women, minorities
In January of 2022, Vanessa Gibson was sworn in as the first woman and African American to serve as borough president.
Preston High School, longtime all-girls Catholic school in the Bronx, closing at end of school year
The school's Board of Trustees said declining enrollment, financial limitations and aging infrastructure led to the stunning decision.
CVS testing new way for shoppers to open cabinet locks without an employee
CVS is piloting a new feature in their app to cut down on the time it takes shoppers to get help.
'Pizza bus' gets flagged as outdoor dining shed in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn pizzeria is under fire for trying to skirt the law by using a school bus as a makeshift outdoor dining room.
Hell's Kitchen high school claims fumes from next door repair shop are getting into classrooms
Students and staff at Beacon High School in Manhattan have been battling with their neighbors for quite some time. The school claims fumes and the smell of gasoline has become a real burden -- and now the Department of Education and city inspectors are involved.