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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Cold case cracked; Irving police say DNA led to arrest in 1994 murder of Megan Johns
Irving police said new DNA technology helped solve the 1994 murder of Megan Johns. Police say her former neighbor is now charged with capital murder.
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DNA technology leads to arrest in 30-year-old cold case
Irving police say new DNA technology helped lead to the arrest of a suspected killer. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports Megan Beth Johns’s family and detectives say it’s a step towards justice.
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Joint operation in North Texas with FBI and local police leads to 244 offenders charged with sex crimes
A massive operation led by a joint task force, including the Dallas FBI and dozens of law enforcement agencies across North Texas, resulted in more than 200 arrests.
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Joint task force led by Dallas FBI makes 200+ arrests in ‘Operation Soteria Shield'
More than 100 children — mostly from North Texas — have been rescued from online sexual exploitation, according to the Dallas FBI. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports on the massive month-long operation that included dozens of law enforcement agencies that resulted in more than 200 arrests.
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Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk drops-in at Anna skatepark
Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk was in Anna on Tuesday, testing out a skatepark built by a friend.
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Thousands without power, homes damaged and family trapped in storm shelter after severe weather hits Bonham
The city of Bonham said nearly 3,000 people are without power after overnight storms blew through Fannin County.
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Fannin County town of Bonham cleans up after storm damage
Storms hit the city of Bonham pretty hard, causing power outages, downed trees and damage to both homes and businesses. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil checked out he damage in the Fannin County town 66 miles northeast of Dallas.
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Dallas County prepares for Sunday's severe weather
Severe storms made their way into North Texas Sunday evening. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil spoke with Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins about how the city is preparing themselves for the impact.
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Gov. Abbott activates additional state emergency resources ahead of severe weather
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has directed additional emergency response resources in anticipation for Sunday evening’s severe weather.
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Dallas Police initiative leads to 98 arrests in round up of violent fugitives
Thursday morning the Dallas Police Department, DPD, announced officers arrested nearly 100 fugitives wanted for various crimes across the city.
