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 | Feb 9, 2026Man arrested after hit-and-run leaves bicyclist dead in Phoenix
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on manslaughter charges after a fatal collision in south Phoenix on Sunday morning, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 9, 2026Arizona Lottery player wins $722K Triple Twist jackpot
One lucky Arizona Lottery player won a $722,755 jackpot in Saturday’s Triple Twist drawing.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 6, 2026After father mistakenly killed by Phoenix police, family calls for officer to be behind bars
The stepson of Christian Rendon, who was wrongly killed by Phoenix police, according to Chief Matt Giordano, wants accountability.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 6, 2026Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes warns about Super Bowl betting scams
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes urged those interested in sports betting to avoid illegal sportsbook sites ahead of Super Bowl Sunday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 6, 2026DPS identifies 2 killed in Flagstaff helicopter crash, vows to honor their lives
The Arizona Department of Public Safety on Friday identified two of its members who died in a helicopter crash on Wednesday night.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 6, 2026Domestic violence suspect dies after vehicle strikes him and Surprise police officer chasing him on foot
A domestic violence suspect who fled from a Surprise police officer on foot died from his injuries after a car crashed into him on Thursday night.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Feb 5, 2026Mexican man sentenced to 1 year in prison for human smuggling, assaulting Border Patrol agent
A human smuggler from Mexico was recently sentenced to prison for assaulting a U.S. Border Patrol agent in early 2025, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2026Pilot dead after plane crashes into northern Arizona field
A man flying an aircraft in northern Arizona has died after a plane crash on Wednesday night, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 20263 teens charged with murder in 2025 deadly armed robbery in north Phoenix
Three men have been charged with murder in connection to a deadly armed robbery in Phoenix last year, authorities said.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Feb 4, 2026Mark Kelly says ICE must ‘get out of Minneapolis,’ calls for Kristi Noem to be fired
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona wants Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to lose her job and for ICE to stop its activities in Minneapolis.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2026No person of interest in case of missing ‘Today’ star’s mother has been identified, sheriff says
There is no suspect or person of interest in the case of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" star Savannah Guthrie, who went missing on Saturday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2026Homicide suspect arrested 1 month after fatal fight in Phoenix
A suspect was arrested Tuesday in connection with a fatal altercation that occurred last month in Phoenix, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2026Mesa school employee arrested after police find inappropriate text messages with 14-year-old boy
A 24-year-old teacher's aide at a Mesa school was arrested Tuesday after allegations of sexual exploitation of a student, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2026Freestyle motocross star sets world record for vertical height at Mesa water park
Freestyle motocross star Colby Raha set a new sports record last week at Mesa’s Revel Surf Park after launching a motorcycle 90 feet in the air.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2026Arizona investigators ‘aware of reports’ about possible ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie case
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos provided an update on the investigation into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie on Tuesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2026How to enter lottery for 2027 Colorado River trip permits
The yearly lottery for noncommercial Colorado River trip permits opened on Monday. Apply for permits for 2027 trips through Feb. 24.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 2, 2026Michigan man who started 3 commercial semi-truck fires in Arizona sentenced to 10 years
A man from Michigan was sentenced last week to 10 years in federal prison for setting fire to three semi‑truck trailers in Arizona.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Feb 2, 2026Hadrian opens $200M manufacturing and software hub in Mesa
Advanced manufacturing company Hadrian recently celebrated the opening of Factory 3, a 290,000-square-foot facility in Mesa.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 2, 2026Arizona attorney general issues warning about cryptocurrency ATM scams
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes warned the public to watch out for cryptocurrency ATM scams in a Monday morning announcement.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 2, 2026Event combines animatronic dinosaurs with LEGO activities at 1 Phoenix location
Jurassic Quest with Brick Fest Live combines two popular family-friendly event for the price of one ticket at the Arizona Fairgrounds for three days.
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ARIZONA RESTAURANT NEWS | Feb 2, 2026Caldwell County BBQ ready to celebrate opening of 1st West Valley location
The Caldwell County BBQ Peoria marks the chain's first location in the West Valley. A grand opening ceremony will be held on Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 30, 2026Arizona Supreme Court: Child sex crime sentencing enhancements can apply even without a real minor
Child sex crime sentencing in Arizona now allows enhanced penalties even when the “minor” is an undercover officer, not a real child.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Jan 30, 2026U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton of Arizona explains why he wants DHS Sec. Kristi Noem to resign
The way ICE operates under Kristi Noem's leadership is unacceptable, U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton stays, calling for ICE reform and her impeachment.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Jan 29, 2026Gov. Hobbs asks Attorney General Kris Mayes to walk back her ICE comments
Gov. Katie Hobbs, who is running for reelection, on Thursday condemned ICE comments made by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes.