Sophia earned her Bachelor’s degree from the School of Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Business at the University of Missouri and began her career in television at KOMU 8 News in Columbia, Missouri as a multimedia journalist and anchor. Two years later, Sophia made her way to WCIA in Champaign, Illinois to work as a reporter.
After spending six years in the Midwest, Sophia, a native of Katy, Texas, was excited to return to warm and sunny Texas where she joined the KXAN News team in November 2012. While in Central Texas, she reported on the state budget, former President Obama’s visit to Austin, and the West, Texas fertilizer plant explosion and the deadly Dallas police ambush.
In 2017 she made her way back home to Houston to join KPRC Channel 2 News, an NBC affiliate. She covered the Super Bowl, Hurricane Harvey, the earthquake in Mexico City, The World Series and many other breaking news stories.
Sophia joined NBC 5 in 2020 and is excited to be part of a vibrant and well-accomplished newsroom.
Her husband is currently a medical resident in Dallas which is why she and their new baby boy relocated to DFW.
When she’s not telling your story, Sophia enjoys live music, working out, and eating queso.
The Latest
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President Trump to visit National Medal of Honor Museum
President Donald Trump is set to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington on Thursday.
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Day 2 of RNC midterm convention
NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil tells us about the second day of the RNC midterm convention in Dallas.
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Republican midterm convention starts today in Dallas
There is already heavy police presence around Victory park ahead of the RNC midterm convention. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil tells us the details.
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RNC Midterm Convention kicks off today
NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil tells us what to know as the RNC Midterm Convention kicks off on Wednesday.
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North Texas crisis center offers 24-hour support during Suicide Prevention Month
The Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas provides 24-hour crisis intervention, with trained counselors handling about 1,500 calls from people in crisis. The nonprofit, which also offers support groups, is highlighting its services during National Suicide Prevention Month.
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North Texas TSA K-9 wins national “Cutest Canine Contest”
Bolt beat out 85 other K-9 agents from across the country
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North Texas crisis line open 24/7 for those in need during Suicide Prevention Month
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and a North Texas organization said it wants to make sure people in crisis know they are available 24/7 to reach out to.
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Answering the age-old question: Should you wear white after Labor Day?
Fashion editor and author Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien Eghan shares her take on the age-old debate.
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Grand Prairie ISD works to address A/C issues
Grand Prairie ISD is working to address ongoing air conditioning issues in classrooms. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil has the latest.
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Hearing on NISD gun range temporary restraining order
A judge is expected to make a decision regarding a temporary restraining order on a Denton County gun range. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil has the details.
