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 | Jan 5, 2026Armed man shot by police in Phoenix last week jailed after release from hospital
An Arizona man shot by Phoenix police after allegedly firing at officers in late December has been released from the hospital.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 5, 2026Brothers arrested in connection with Phoenix shooting that left 1 dead, 1 hospitalized
The Phoenix Police Department recently broke news of brothers arrested in connection with a fatal Phoenix shooting on Jan. 2.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Jan 5, 2026ICE enforcement set to surge in metro Phoenix, bringing new arrests, deportations and detainments
Immigration enforcement is expected to ramp up in the metro Phoenix area, according to new reports on ICE activity going into 2026.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 2, 2026Rescue team stays overnight with injured hiker on Arizona mountain before Blackhawk evacuation
A New Year’s Day mountain rescue in northern Arizona forced first responders to remain with an injured hiker overnight because of severe weather.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 2, 2026Father killed by Chandler police after allegedly threatening young daughter on New Year’s Day
A man was killed in a shooting involving officers with the Chandler Police Department on Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 2, 202619-year-old arrested after fatal New Year’s Day stabbing in Phoenix
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a New Year's Day stabbing that left a 34-year-old man dead, authorities announced Friday.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Dec 30, 2025After fatal crash, Valley Metro light rail unable to travel between these 2 Phoenix stations
After a truck driver allegedly ran a red light and crashed into a Valley Metro light rail Tuesday morning in Phoenix, train service between two stations is currently suspended.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2025Bureau of Land Management seeks homes for Arizona wild horses and burros
Interested in adopting wild horses — or maybe wild burros? If so, you’re in luck: three adoption events are happening in January 2026.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2025Former Arizona senator with 26 years in Congress steps back from public life due to dementia
Jon Kyl, a longtime public servant who represented Arizona from the 1990s to the 2010s, announced on Tuesday he is retiring from public life.
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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.