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 | Jun 5, 2026Arizona couple sentenced for $12 million healthcare fraud scheme
An Arizona couple convicted in a healthcare fraud scheme involving the state’s Medicaid program was sentenced to prison Monday, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 4, 2026Bodycam video shows fiery aftermath of high-speed crash in Arizona
Newly released bodycam footage shows a Yavapai County deputy rushing toward a burning vehicle in northern Arizona after a fiery crash.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 4, 2026Mesa financial adviser indicted for allegedly stealing clients’ retirement funds
A Mesa financial adviser was indicted by a state grand jury on charges that he allegedly stole his clients' retirement funds, prosecutors said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 4, 2026Report shows Arizona added jobs, ranking third in the nation despite economic slowdown
Arizona's labor market remained relatively strong during the first quarter of 2026, adding 15,500 jobs, according to a new report on job growth.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2026Sen. Ruben Gallego seeks public input for his plan to rebuild the middle class
U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego has unveiled a five-pronged strategy for fighting the American cost-of-living crisis. Now he wants to hear from you.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2026Mesa man accused of supplying drugs in fatal overdose at Prescott hotel
A father taking care of his kids at a Prescott motel suffered a fatal overdose last year. A Mesa man was recently arrested in connection to the case.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Jun 3, 2026After hottest spring ever, metro Phoenix looks ahead to possible monsoon relief
After metro Phoenix just survived its hottest spring on record, monsoon rain may be waiting on the horizon.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 2, 2026Pedestrian dies after vehicular collision in west Phoenix
A pedestrian died after a collision on Monday morning near Encanto Boulevard and 55th Avenue in Phoenix, authorities said.
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ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY NEWS | Jun 2, 2026Waymo to offer free rides in new Ojai vehicles to select Phoenix riders
Are you a Waymo Trusted Tester in metro Phoenix? Then you might be able to hail a free ride in one of its blue Ojai vehicles.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jun 2, 2026Hantavirus death confirmed in northwestern Arizona
Mohave County health officials reported a hantavirus death in the Kingman area on Monday. Here's what Arizonans should know.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2026Get ready for the Arizona State Fair! Here are 2 artists playing at the 2026 Coliseum Concert Series
The Gin Blossoms and country music star Russell Dickerson are the first two artists announced in the lineup for the 2026 Coliseum Concert Series.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2026Man sentenced to 19 years for violent Glendale cellphone store robbery
A man who robbed a cellphone store in Glendale last October has been sentenced to 19 years in prison, authorities announced Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2026Arizona fugitive accused of strangling girlfriend arrested at LEGOLAND California
An Arizona man wanted on a nationwide warrant in connection with a violent attack on his girlfriend was arrested at LEGOLAND California.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2026Wisconsin fugitive wanted for incestuous child sex crimes arrested in Arizona
A Wisconsin fugitive wanted of charges of incest and repeated sexual assault of a child was arrested in Arizona last week, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2026Arizona Humane Society sounds alarm on growing pet crisis
AHS is warning of a worsening pet overpopulation crisis after taking in more than 25,000 dogs and cats in 2025.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2026Grand jury charges man with killing pregnant girlfriend and her friend’s baby in Buckeye shooting
A grand jury indicted a man who allegedly killed his pregnant girlfriend and caused the death of another pregnant teen's baby in a Buckeye shooting.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2026Arizona man sentenced to 40 years for sexually exploiting children
A Tucson man who sexually exploited children and created media of them being abused has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 20262 Arizona teens linked to vehicle thefts after 1 shoots self in leg
YCSO announced two teens arrested after an investigation into a 16-year-old’s gunshot wound linked them to vehicle thefts and weapons offenses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2026Man crossing Phoenix street with shopping cart killed by suspected drunk driver
Alcohol impairment could have played a role in a Wednesday collision that left a 69-year-old pedestrian dead, according to Phoenix police.
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ARIZONA WATER WATCH NEWS | May 29, 2026Grand Canyon’s water system will finally be modernized. How will that impact visitors?
After years of Grand Canyon water issues, including pipeline breaks, NPS is moving forward with a modernization plan.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | May 28, 2026Westbound US 60 reopens northwest of Phoenix after crash causes closure
Westbound US 60 reopened northwest of Phoenix on Thursday evening after being closed for multiple hours.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | May 28, 2026Fraudster caught: Woman who collected ESA funds from Arizona after moving to Texas convicted
A woman who illegally collected Arizona school voucher funds after moving to Texas has pleaded guilty to theft, authorities announced Thursday.
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ARIZONA BORDER AND IMMIGRATION NEWS | May 28, 2026ICE detainment near Tempe school: Mother, son taken to Texas ahead of graduation ceremony
An ICE arrest of a mother and son near a Tempe school has sparked political outrage and forced changes to graduation ceremony plans.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | May 28, 2026Governor candidate David Schweikert says wages must rise for Arizona to regain its economic edge
Gubernatorial hopeful David Schweikert, a Republican congressman, says he wants to see Arizona wages rise to make the state more prosperous.