Serena O’Sullivan is a Phoenix-based news reporter and content editor at KTAR News since 2023. Serena’s career includes roles as a reporter for Arizona Republic, Phoenix New Times and the Phoenix Business Journal. A Cronkite School graduate and SPJ award finalist, she also worked as a digital content coordinator, social media manager and freelance feature writer. Serena covers stories on politics, crime, policing, technology, education and more.
Expertise
- News writing
- Copy editing
- Radio reporting
- Project management
- Content strategy
Education
Arizona State University – Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications, with a minor in communications
Achievement & Awards
- First-generation college graduate
- Wrote cover story for Phoenix New Times in 2023
- Wrote cover story for Phoenix Business Journal in 2019
- Contributed to KTAR News’ regional Edward R. Murrow Award-winning newscast in 2024
Social media profiles
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 5, 2026Paramedic accused of taking fentanyl without clearance from Phoenix Fire Department
A paramedic with the Phoenix Fire Department has been accused of stealing fentanyl from two fire stations, according to initial reports.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 4, 2026Dog kills rabid bobcat, saving owner during attack north of Prescott
Dog kills bobcat: A German shepherd in Yavapai County saved its owner’s life during a dangerous encounter with a wild animal.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | May 4, 2026Tempe City Council considers putting 0.5% sales tax on ballot
A 0.5% Tempe sales tax could be on one of your future ballots. City officials say it would stabilize the city's budget. Here's what you should know.
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ARIZONA WILDFIRES | Apr 29, 2026Maricopa County, Phoenix parks implementing fire ban May 1
The parks and recreation departments for Phoenix and Maricopa County are putting their fire ban for parks and mountain preserves in place May 1.
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ARIZONA WATER WATCH NEWS | Apr 29, 2026Court ruling could spare Chandler residents $1.7M a year in taxes for undelivered water
Chandler residents may be one step closer to ending about $1.7 million a year in property taxes paid to RWCD for water they don't get.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 29, 2026Valley court officials warns of scammers demanding payment for traffic fines and fees
Maricopa County officials warned residents about fraudulent texts and emails claiming to be from a "Superior Court Traffic Division," which isn't real.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 28, 20265 Arizona shelters waiving hundreds in adoption fees this National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
Carvana is covering up to $250 in adoption fees at five Arizona shelters, including the Arizona Humane Society, this Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 28, 20262nd killer sentenced in 2023 case of victim’s body placed in dumpster and set on fire in ‘The Zone’
A man was sentenced to nearly 40 years in prison for a 2023 murder of a man from Rwanda after the victim's burned body was found in "The Zone."
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Apr 28, 2026Peoria killings raise question for families: What help is available for an adult in mental health crisis?
Arizona families can request an involuntary psychiatric evaluation for an adult who refuses help. Here’s how the process works and what to expect.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 28, 20262 Arizonans hit big lottery wins, including $392K Fantasy 5 jackpot
Two Arizonans were winning lottery players in Monday night's drawings. One victor was a Powerball player while the other bought a Fantasy 5 ticket.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Apr 28, 2026Loop 101 pavement smoothing in Scottsdale starts this week
Temporary nighttime and weekend slowdowns on Loop 101 Pima Freeway will be in place this week as crews work to smooth the pavement.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 27, 2026Avondale teacher’s aide accused of having sexual relationship with 15-year-old
A school aide at an Avondale school was arrested last week on allegations of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old, authorities said.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Apr 27, 2026Life Time opens Paradise Valley athletic club ahead of 2027 high-rise opening
A highly anticipated athletic club, Life Time Paradise Valley, is opening at the PV mixed-use development in Phoenix on Thursday.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Apr 27, 2026New slate of 7 tenants announced for PV development in Phoenix
Lululemon, Culinary Gangster, an escape room and a Pilates space are among a slate of new tenants coming to PV in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 24, 2026Gas prices fall in metro Phoenix, though Arizona remains among priciest states
Gas prices in metro Phoenix have fallen 12 cents over the past two weeks, offering some relief to Arizona drivers even as prices are notably costly.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Apr 24, 2026Arizona AG sues Department of Homeland Security to stop ICE detention facility in Surprise
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing DHS over its quiet purchase of a warehouse it hopes to use as a Surprise detention center.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 24, 2026Police clear Queen Creek High School after parent reports gunshots
Police have found Queen Creek High School to be safe after investigating reports of gunshots on campus on Friday morning.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Apr 23, 2026Bridge improvement project will impact I-17 traffic near Sedona
Traffic on Interstate 17 near Sedona will be slow because of a bridge improvement project, the Arizona Department of Transportation says.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 23, 2026Arizona man who collected, shared vast quantities of child sexual abuse material sentenced
An Arizona man was sentenced to more than 10 years in prison for distributing thousands of files depicting child sexual abuse.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 22, 2026Body found inside Buckeye residence after firefighters extinguish flames
One person was left dead after a fire erupted at a Buckeye residence early Wednesday morning, authorities said.
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ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY NEWS | Apr 22, 2026Phoenix bets on quantum computing as its next big tech industry
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego announced Tuesday that the city will launch the Phoenix Quantum Strategy.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Apr 21, 2026Phoenix lands $100 million bioscience commitment from Spain-based pharmaceutical firm
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego says cutting-edge cancer research company ROIS is investing $100 million in a manufacturing site.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 21, 2026Ansari says escalating harassment crossed into threats amid Iran war, Hegseth impeachment effort
Yassamin Ansari has endured threats after speaking out against the Iran war and seeking the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 21, 2026Colombian superstar Karol G announces world tour with Glendale stop
Colombian superstar Karol G is lighting up Glendale with reggaeton beats on Aug. 29. Here's how to get tickets to the show.