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 5, 2025Tempe grandmother indicted for child abuse charges after death of teen allegedly kept in cage
A Tempe grandmother accused of playing a role in the death of her disabled granddaughter was recently indicted, prosecutors said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2025Buckeye worker honored for helping stop city truck thief
A City of Buckeye employee named Paul Ramos was given an award last week for restraining an alleged criminal last year, officials said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2025Arizona utilities to explore adding nuclear energy generation
Arizona Public Service, Salt River Project and Tucson Electric Power are considering nuclear energy, according to a Wednesday news release.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Feb 5, 2025Phoenix elementary school principal named one of the top educators in the country
Phoenix principal Jeff Martin cried happy tears as he won the $25,000 Milken Educator Award, which names him one of the top U.S. educators.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Feb 5, 2025Horne urges passage of bill to get harmful junk food out of schools
Tom Horne is urging lawmakers to pass a junk food bill that aims to remove foods and drinks with specific ingredients from Arizona cafeterias.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2025Bureau of Land Management seeks homes for wild burros and horses in Arizona
There will be three events focused on finding homes for wild burros in March. The Bureau of Land Management's first adoption event is on March 1.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2025Scottsdale unveils new pedestrian underpass along Indian Bend Multiuse Path
The Scottsdale intersection of Hayden and Chaparral roads has a new upgrade: a pedestrian underpass along the Indian Bend Multiuse Path.
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ARIZONA WATER WATCH NEWS | Feb 4, 2025Chandler accuses Roosevelt Water Conservation District of failing to honor agreement
Chandler water issues are a huge concern for Mayor Kevin Hartke. That's why he's concerned about the Roosevelt Water Conservation District.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2025Fasten your seatbelt: Phoenix Sky Harbor flew more passengers than ever before in 2024
Last year, over 52 million passengers came through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on their journeys, a Monday news release said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 202572-year-old woman killed by drive-by shooting in south Phoenix
An afternoon shooting in Phoenix on Sunday afternoon left a 72-year-old woman named Joanne Marie Smith dead, according to Phoenix Police.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Feb 3, 2025Chandler teacher wins Bruce and Gaydos’ teacher tribute for launching STEM initiatives in school
Every month, a teacher wins an award from KTAR News 92.3 FM's Outspoken with Bruce and Gaydos. Angel Carrasquillo is our latest winner!
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 20253 horses saved from slaughterhouse brought to Scottsdale to be therapy animals after LA fires
After being rescued from a California kill pen, Phoenix, Presley and Phantom are now working at a Scottsdale horse therapy farm.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Feb 1, 2025Apartment opens at PV development at former site of Phoenix mall
Want to live in a luxury apartment complex where a mall used to be? AVE Paradise Valley is now accepting applications. Here are the details.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 30, 2025Phoenix woman sentenced to over 7 years in prison for money laundering, possessing a machine gun
A 40-year-old Phoenix woman has been sentenced to over 7 years in prison for charges related to machine gun possession and firearm smuggling.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 30, 2025Maricopa County prosecutors handle record number of organized retail crime cases in 2024
The amount of organized retail theft cases the Maricopa County Attorney's Office receives almost doubled from 2023 to 2024, prosecutors said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 30, 2025Spontaneous identical quadruplets born at Banner hospital in Phoenix
Four girls were born to a Rhode Island couple at a Banner hospital in Phoenix last week. The parents of the quadruplets born on Jan. 24 are happy.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jan 30, 2025Grand opening for new Fry’s grocery store in Gilbert set for Friday
A new Fry's grocery store is officially coming to Gilbert on Friday. A grand opening ceremony at 7:30 a.m. will offer gift card giveaways and more.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | Jan 30, 2025CBP officers foil migrant smuggling attempt at Arizona port of entry
Officers with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection thwarted a human smuggling attempt on Monday, arresting an American man near Douglas.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jan 30, 2025Phoenix partners with recycling tech company to cut down on food waste, help environment
Thanks to a new partnership, Phoenix food recycling is becoming more streamlined. The city now has over 25 Mill food recyclers in official buildings.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jan 29, 2025Texas-based upscale Italian restaurant called il Bracco coming to Scottsdale
A new upscale Italian restaurant, il Bracco, is expanding to Arizona from Texas. The Scottsdale Italian restaurant will open this month.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 29, 2025Sky Harbor celebrating 90th anniversary with live music, exhibitions, activities, dog parades, more
For 90 years, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has served Valley residents. Here's what's in store for this year's Sky Harbor anniversary.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jan 28, 2025Mahoney Group insurance company moving into new Chandler offices
Mahoney Group's Arizona presence is expanding, according to a recent announcement from the city of Chandler.
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ARIZONA WATER WATCH NEWS | Jan 28, 2025Arizona governor announces water protection investment of over $60 million
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced a water protection investment of $60.3 million on Tuesday. She hopes the money will bolster the Arizona water supply.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jan 28, 2025HonorHealth announces creation of international Center for Translational Science in Valley
HonorHealth Research Institute plans to open its new Center for Translational Science within the next month or so.