Local reporters might be more interested in a story about a Neighborhood Networks center that is providing innovative programs or services not replicated elsewhere. Strong human-interest stories about residents are always good. Some reporters are looking for stories that target specific audiences, such as children, seniors or the disabled. But any story that really stands out has a good chance of getting some media attention. I generally don't mind getting a phone call about a story idea.
Journalists like to be informed about potential stories.
Provide the reporter or editor with the story idea and let him or her make the decision about its news value to readers. The nature of the news business is to write about things that go wrong, but we strive to seek balance. Reporters will also look for story ideas they receive by mail or fax. A. Try to think as a reporter. This is what many reporters generally like to hear upfront when they first get a call.