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 | Nov 26, 2024Phoenix Police significantly reduce sexual assault kit backlog
A Nov. 22 news release from Phoenix officials said the Phoenix Police Department has cut down its backlog of untested sexual assault kits.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 25, 2024Thanksgiving dinner in Arizona projected to cost almost 3% more in 2024 than last year
The Arizona Farm Bureau says Thanksgiving costs are up in the Grand Canyon state, despite nationwide trends of costs falling. Here's why.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 24, 2024Kitten rescued after getting thrown out of car window onto Phoenix freeway
The kitten thrown out of a moving car in Phoenix had a tough string of bad luck. But Martin the black cat is now making a comeback.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2024Tucson woman sentenced to 5 years in prison for smuggling undocumented migrants for profit
A 32-year-old Tucson woman named Mariana Garcia-Tapia was found guilty of smuggling undocumented migrants and putting their lives in danger.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2024Here’s how you can help feed Arizona families in need for Thanksgiving
Hungry families are in need ahead of Thanksgiving, which is why St. Mary's Food Bank is asking for donations for its yearly turkey drive.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2024New law requires Arizona schools give students eye exams 3 times throughout public, charter education
The 2024-25 school year is offering something new for Arizona students: free vision screenings that can catch potential health problems early.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 21, 2024Rep. Yassamin Ansari of Arizona elected to lead new batch of House Democrats in Congress
Arizona U.S. Rep Yassamin Ansari of CD3 said she was honored to be elected as the Democratic freshman class president on Nov. 20, 2024.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2024Tom Horne blames ESA reimbursement backlog on staffing, Legislature, attorney general
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne explained why parents are enduring long wait times for ESA reimbursement.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2024Phoenix Convention Center plants garden to support monarch butterflies
The Phoenix Convention Center near Third and Monroe streets is known for massive events. Now it wants to be known for monarch butterflies, too.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2024Why eviction filings are rising across Maricopa County
Recent numbers released by Maricopa County officials painted a stark picture of the scope of the impact the Arizona eviction crisis has on the Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2024Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop Phoenix-Austin service
Frontier Airlines added a new route to its lineup that passengers will be able to board at Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix in early March.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2024Katie Hobbs shares plans to strengthen border security, stop drug flow, work with Donald Trump
Gov. Katie Hobbs of Arizona, a Democrat, said she's willing to work with President-elect Donald Trump, who has plans for a deportation campaign.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2024Phoenix hospital becomes state’s 1st to use innovative brain surgery implant
A 17-year-old girl from Mesa received a new brain surgery implant — the Longeviti ClearFit — earlier this year, according to Banner Health.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2024452 guns seized in southern Arizona after investigation of illegal gambling operation
Hundreds of firearms are off the streets of southern Arizona after a recent operation from the Arizona Department of Gaming.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2024Ruben Gallego speaks out against Donald Trump’s mass deportation plans
Ruben Gallego, who will join the U.S. Senate, disagrees with President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to use the military for mass deportations.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 20242 high-elevation highways in Arizona closed for snowy season
Transportation officials put seasonal closures in place for a high-elevation roadways in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona this week.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 15, 2024Arizona leaders celebrate finalized $6.6B CHIPS Act award to TSMC
Three semiconductor manufacturing Phoenix fabs will support the economy after a final agreement between TSMC and the Biden administration.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 15, 2024Respiratory illness is on the rise in metro Phoenix, doctor says
Coughing, sneezing and sniffling are rising in the Valley due to respiratory illnesses. Walking pneumonia is especially common among children.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 14, 2024Annual charity drive to support families dealing with domestic violence launches across Valley
KTAR's community spotlight for November shines on Trajan Wealth, which hosts a yearly charity drive to help survivors of domestic violence.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 14, 2024Powerball ticket worth $50K sold at grocery store in Fountain Hills
A shopper at a Fry's grocery store in Fountain Hills became a winning lottery player after buying a $50,000 Powerball ticket on Wednesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 14, 2024Phoenix leaders look to address relentless heat with more trees, shade structures
The Phoenix City Council updated a 2010 plan to keep streets cool. The Phoenix shade canopy will soon expand due to a Wednesday vote.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 14, 2024Local nonprofit teams up with Phoenix to open nearly 100 new shelter beds for women, families
A new shelter coming to the city of Phoenix will bring almost 100 shelter beds to families experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 13, 2024Mesa mayor-elect outlines details of water sustainability plans
The winner of the 2024 Mesa mayor election, Mark Freeman, said his extensive experience on water policy will help him in his future role.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 12, 2024First phase of new Peoria rental community ready for residents
A new rental community in Peoria called Summerwell Peoria Place is comprised of 255 duplexes as well as one- and two-story detached homes.