How to suggest a news story to a national media outlet?

You can usually find the contact details of a news outlet on their official website. Look for an 'Contact Us' or 'Submit a Story' section.

To pitch a story successfully to a news outlet, you need to do your research on the outlet's style and audience. Craft a catchy headline and a short, engaging summary. Also, include relevant sources and evidence to support your story.

Media outlets can keep an eye on the calendar. For holidays, they can plan stories in advance. For example, for Valentine's Day, they can start preparing love - related stories weeks before. Also, they can follow the news cycle closely. If a big political event is coming up, they can do research and be ready to release relevant stories at the right time.

I don't consider Raw Story to be a fully legitimate news outlet. There have been instances where their stories have been factually incorrect or presented in a misleading way.

You need to have a clear and compelling headline. Make sure it catches the reader's attention right away.

You should start by identifying a unique and interesting angle. Make sure it's relevant and timely. Also, have clear and concise details to make it compelling.

It was The New York Times that broke the Schneiderman story.

You need to have a truly significant and newsworthy event or issue. It should have wide public interest and impact.

You could start by identifying something unique or significant happening in your community and clearly outlining the key details. Make sure it's relevant and interesting to the local audience.

The ideal time can vary. Generally, pitching during the weekdays, preferably in the morning, gives you a better chance. But it also depends on the news outlet's schedule and the nature of your story.