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 WEATHER NEWS | Dec 30, 2025Going out on New Year’s Eve? Storm system to ring in 2026 with light rains
Going out on New Year’s Eve? Bring an umbrella! The National Weather Service says a storm system will ring in 2026 with light rains.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2025Scottsdale rated as best place in Arizona for New Year’s Eve celebrations
Scottsdale has been named the top spot in the state for New Year’s Eve 2025 festivities. It was No. 24 in a list of 100 American cities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2025Glendale police officer hospitalized after collision involving elderly driver
A police officer was injured in a Monday afternoon crash involving an elderly driver in the West Valley, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2025Man critically wounded after weekend stabbing in Mesa, 35-year-old woman detained
A man remains in critical condition after a Sunday night stabbing in Mesa near 56th and Main streets, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2025Registered sex offender from Phoenix accused of trying to lure 14-year-old girl for sex
A registered sex offender from Phoenix has been arrested after allegedly trying to lure a 14-year-old girl for sex, according to authorities.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Dec 25, 2025Looking ahead at Gov. Katie Hobbs’ 2026 reelection bid, where does she stand on key issues?
Throughout the year, Gov. Katie Hobbs, Arizona's Democratic governor, joined KTAR News 92.3 FM's Outspoken with Bruce & Gaydos.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Dec 24, 2025KTAR News donated $30,000 to support metro Phoenix teachers throughout 2025
This year, community members nominated 12 high-achieving educators, each of whom won $2,500 through our Pay Tribute to a Teacher program.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 19, 2025Felon who shot at police in Phoenix sentenced to 20 years in prison
A felon who shot at officers with the Phoenix Police Department two years ago was recently sentenced to 20 years in prison, prosecutors said.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Dec 19, 2025What President Trump’s order on marijuana could mean to Arizona dispensaries
Arizona dispensaries could benefit from Trump's executive order directing the U.S. attorney general to reclassify marijuana, a local leader says.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 2025Investigation underway after junkyard fire in Phoenix
An investigation is underway after a junkyard fire in Phoenix left around 30 cars burning on Thursday evening.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 202522-year-old man arrested in Mesa DUI case that left woman dead
A 22-year-old man was arrested Tuesday on a grand jury warrant for second-degree murder related to a Mesa DUI case, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 2025Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting woman in Tempe
An Uber driver was recently arrested on charges of sexual abuse, kidnapping and more, according to the Tempe Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 2025Maricopa County files motion to end costly federal court oversight of sheriff’s office
Maricopa County has filed a motion to end federal oversight of the sheriff’s office stemming from the Melendres case, a 2007 racial profiling lawsuit.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 2025WATCH LIVE: President Donald Trump to address the nation on outlook for 2026
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation and preview his goals for 2026 in a live speech on Wednesday night.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 2025SAFE Alert for missing 73-year-old last seen in Peoria canceled
Authorities issued a SAFE Alert for a missing 73-year-old man named Charles Monson who was last seen in Peoria on Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 202512-year-old girl allegedly threatened to shoot classmates at Buckeye elementary school
A 12-year-old girl is facing the possibility of criminal charges after allegedly threatening her fellow students at a Buckeye school.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 2025Suspect arrested for Gilbert shooting that left 16-year-old boy in critical condition
After allegedly shooting a 16-year-old boy in a Gilbert residence Saturday, a 21-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge, police said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 202520-year-old man dead, woman injured in west Phoenix shooting
A west Phoenix shooting on Tuesday left 20-year-old Jacob Higadera dead and a woman injured, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 17, 2025What’s in a name? Phoenix Zoo needs help picking best of 5 potential names for baby giraffe
Members of the public now have the chance to help name a baby giraffe at the Phoenix Zoo. She's Sunshine's fifth calf born at the zoo.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Dec 16, 2025Kia and Hyundai settle lawsuit over theft protection with Arizona, other states
Hyundai and Kia will offer a free hardware fix for vehicles that lack anti-theft technology due to a recent settlement, officials announced Tuesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 16, 2025Arizona man sentenced to 10 years in prison for stomping on pregnant wife’s stomach
A Prescott man was recently sentenced to 10 years in prison for assaulting his pregnant wife, trying to force her to miscarry, prosecutors said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 15, 2025Kentucky man who pulled Arizona driver from burning truck awarded Carnegie Medal for heroism
A man was awarded the Carnegie Medal after rescuing a 62-year-old man who was stuck inside a burning tractor trailer in Arizona earlier this year.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Dec 15, 2025Arizona lawmaker proposes new daytime speed limits on qualifying rural interstates
Republican Arizona State Rep. Nick Kupper introduced the RAPID Act, which would impact speed limits on rural interstates, on Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 15, 2025Grand Canyon National Park to reopen South Rim hotels this week
The National Park Service will start reopening hotels on the Grand Canyon's South Rim beginning Wednesday.