I don't think it's just the media. A member of my RC club is a commercial pilot, and he said drones harassing airliners are becoming a real issue. He's had to take go arounds a couple of time due to some imbecile trying to get the Youtube video of the week in the approach area. I agree the media has made it look to the public like it's more prevalent than it really is, but that doesn't mean there isn't a genuine problem that the FAA must address.

Myself, I'd be a fan of direct aggressive action. The net shooting drone for defending airports was a good idea. If a guy flies his drone into restricted airspace, the drone gets deployed. Shoot it down, no warnings, and if identification is found on the drone destroy the vehicle and then fine the pilot. The media can report that, which would put all the yahoos on notice.