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 3, 2025Newly released Phoenix police video shows fatal shooting of man involved in fast food standoff
Authorities released footage of a fatal Phoenix restaurant shootout that took place on Dec. 18, 2024, and involved an armed suspect on Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2025Arizona sued in lawsuit representing 7,000 Native Americans victimized by fake sober living homes
BrewerWood Law Firm is suing two of Arizona's health agencies over the widespread issue of fraudulent sober living homes.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 2, 2025Vitalant looks to rebuild supplies with post-holiday blood drive in Tempe
Want to help your neighbors without spending a dime? This year's Saving Arizona Blood Drive will take place in Tempe on Jan. 7.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 1, 2025Phoenix police arrest man accused of intentionally hitting, killing man with his vehicle
Authorities have arrested a man they suspect of intentionally killing a victim with his vehicle on Sunday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 1, 2025Good game: Owners of Level 1 Arcade Bar in Gilbert say it’s closing soon
The Level 1 Arcade Bar in Gilbert is closing on January 18, according to a Facebook announcement from the owners of the popular gaming spot.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 1, 2025Nearly $566K in federal funds set to help Arizona cut down on wildlife vehicle crashes
Arizona's transportation officials are set to use a new grant worth over half a million dollars to make a new tool that will help cut down on wildlife vehicle crashes.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 31, 2024DUI suspect arrested after crashing over brick wall in Buckeye
Officers with the Buckeye Police Department arrested a suspected drunk driver accused of crashing into a brick wall on Dec. 27, 2024.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 31, 2024Funeral service plans set for Tempe firefighter who died of cancer
A Tempe firefighter who died of a rare cancer on Dec. 19, 2024, will be the subject of a memorial service and procession this Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 31, 2024Take these steps to stop your pets from running away on New Year’s Eve
Celebrating New Year's Eve with pets can be a scary affair if you aren't prepared. Fireworks can whip up normally docile dogs into a frenzy.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 31, 2024Arizona’s court system in dire need of volunteers to help children in foster care
Arizona's foster care system severely lacks Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). One CASA of Arizona volunteer is urging people to apply.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2024Man suspected of carjacking in California found driving stolen truck in Buckeye, police say
A man suspected of committing a carjacking in California was arrested in Buckeye last Monday, according to the Buckeye Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2024Arizona lottery ticket wins $1 million in latest Mega Millions drawing
A Tucson shopper purchased a $1 million winning Arizona Lottery ticket, according to the Monday Mega Millions drawing, officials said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 27, 2024Phoenix households spend 13% more than US average, research finds
Phoenix residents pay 13% more on household bills than the national average, according to research from bill pay company Doxo.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Dec 26, 2024Peoria teacher wins Bruce and Gaydos’ teacher tribute for serving students during personal tragedy
A hard-working West Valley high school teacher won the Tribute to a Teacher award from KTAR News 92.3 FM's Outspoken with Bruce and Gaydos.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 25, 2024$407 million CHIPS Act package finalized for Arizona semiconductor packaging company
Amkor Technology, an Arizona-based semiconductor manufacturer, is set to receive $407 million in federal funds to support its West Valley facility.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 24, 2024CASS reopens renovated Phoenix shelter for families experiencing homelessness
Arizona's largest emergency shelter program is reopening its family-focused Vista Colina Shelter in Phoenix ahead of Christmas.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 23, 2024Glendale man taken into custody after allegedly killing father
A man has been arrested after being accused of fatally shooting his father in Glendale on Sunday morning, according to authorities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 23, 2024Affordable Glendale housing community that turns shipping containers into homes under construction
Construction of a new affordable housing project in Glendale is underway. Family Promise of Greater Phoenix has high hopes for Legacy Village.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 23, 2024Maricopa County funds research into south Phoenix life expectancy gap
There's a life expectancy gap between people who live in south Phoenix and north Scottsdale. Officials are pouring money into researching it.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 23, 2024Bah, humbug: Here’s why Arizona is ranked high on a list of ‘grinchiest’ states
A survey of 3,000 Americans identified the most and least festive states. Arizona has some of the lowest holiday spirit, according to data analysts.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 20, 2024State offers $5M in grants for Arizona fire districts to buy trucks
Gov. Katie Hobbs helped transfer federal funds to forestry officials, who are offering the money via grants to Arizona fire districts.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 19, 2024Phoenix dedicates new monuments celebrating Eastlake Park community
A new piece of public art in Phoenix called "Elevated" celebrates the city's Eastlake Park community at 16th Street at Washington and Jefferson.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 19, 2024Seasonal restrictions enacted to protect bald eagle breeding sites in Arizona
Seasonal restrictions are being put in place around several bald eagle breeding sites in Arizona, according to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 2024Thirsty Lion at Westgate opens rooftop patio and bar
Gastropub and grill chain Thirsty Lion recently opened its largest Valley location, according to a company news release sent on Dec. 10, 2024.