Cole Miska is a journalist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, focusing on local news and issues. He writes for the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder and Sahan Journal, covering topics such as local politics, community events, social justice, and criminal justice reform. Cole is committed to amplifying the voices and stories of marginalized communities in his reporting.
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Cole Miska's coverage is heavily focused on local government and politics, crime, racial justice, community activism, and environmental justice in Minneapolis. Given the extensive coverage of these themes/topics with a strong emphasis on expert commentary and evolving stories, Cole would likely be interested in pitches featuring insights from local activists or experts involved in initiatives related to racial justice, community activism, criminal justice reform (especially police misconduct), and environmental justice within Minneapolis.
Pitches addressing ongoing issues such as the opioid crisis and harm reduction strategies for Black communities may also resonate well with Cole. Additionally, given the focus on privacy & cybersecurity at 17%, he may appreciate content that delves into how these topics intersect with crime or government activities.
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By: Cole Miska
In its 136 years, Golden Valley has never had a Black mayor— but that will change when Roslyn Harmon is sworn in next month. Harmon, a 47-year-old Black woman who runs the nonprofit Dispute Resolution Center, was the first person of color to run for mayor in Golden Valley, which is roughly 80 percent White. Harmon beat her opponent, Gillian Rosenquist, by 26 votes.
By: Cole Miska
Marvin Haynes, who was wrongfully convicted in the 2004 murder of Randy Sherer, was released from prison on Monday after a judge vacated his conviction due to an unconstitutional eyewitness identification.
Activists rally to close Smith Foundry in Minneapolis's Phillips neighborhood
(l-r) Audua Pugh, Sam Simmons, Kaleeca Bible, Princess Titus (moderator) Pearl Evans and Edward Krumpotich
By: Cole Miska
Two local friends, Jim Barrett and Andrew Kamin-Lyndgaard, have created Save A Life Stations to help prevent overdose deaths.
Last Thursday, January 4, the city of Minneapolis evicted the largest homeless encampment in South Minneapolis, known as Camp Nenookaasi. The camp, which is majority Native American, was located in the Phillips neighborhood at the intersection of 23rd Street and 13th Avenue. The encampment was originally slated to be closed in December, but the city […]
By: Cole Miska
Does Child Protection Services do enough to keep Black families together? A Black family's struggle with CPS and the impact of false reports.
Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS), man-made chemicals commonly known as “forever chemicals” because of how slowly they break down, have a long history in Minnesota.
An Olympic-sized pool will provide competitive opportunities for inner-city youth
The Minneapolis Park workers union, Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) Local 363, announced on July 10 that an ongoing strike would continue indefinitely. A.J. Lange, Local 363’s business manager, said workers were polled and approved to continue the strike past the original July 11 end date.
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