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 6, 2025AT&T hiring hundreds of customer service representatives for Mesa call center
Looking for a new job in 2025? There are 750 new job opportunities for aspiring customer service representatives in the AT&T call center in Mesa.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 6, 2025Democrat Yassamin Ansari says housing is one of her top issues in Congress
Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District Rep. Yassamin Ansari said she believes lawmakers can find bipartisan solutions to housing and border issues.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 6, 2025Arizona Secretary of State says state leaders need to fix election infrastructure issues
There have been many calls about fixing Arizona elections infrastructure after the lengthy count time following the Nov. 5, 2024 election.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 4, 2025Arizona caterer hiring hundreds ahead of busy event season
Valley caterer M Culinary Concepts is creating hundreds of new jobs for hospitality professionals ahead of events like the WM Phoenix Open.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 4, 2025Arizona Department of Health Services launches public data portal
Public health officials want Arizona to be healthier in 2025. That's why they're launching a new tool called the Public Health Data Portal.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2025Police investigating after pedestrian dies from hit-and-run collision in Phoenix
The Phoenix Police Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that took place in Phoenix on Thursday night. It's urging citizens to share tips.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2025Pair of 18-year-olds arrested in connection with teen’s murder in Phoenix
The Phoenix Police Department recently arrested two young men in the killing of a 17-year-old boy named Anthony Rabadan last month.
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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.