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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How to protect your phone from hackers and the explanation of RCS text messaging
The new Apple iOS 18 feature allows texting features between iPhone users and Androids, but U.S. officials are urging caution, citing cybersecurity concerns.
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Why you should use encrypted texts
Have you seen the letters RCS on your phone while texting? It allows access to certain features like typing indicators and read receipts between Android users and Apple phones. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports it’s causing a cyber security issue and the FBI suggests Aericans use encrypted apps.
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Candlelight vigil planned for Terrell officer killed in the line of duty
The memorial for Terrell Police Officer Jacob Candanoza continues to grow outside the police headquarters as family, friends, law enforcement and the community pay their respects to the fallen officer.
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Terrell mourns loss of officer killed in the line of duty
Terrell Police Officer Jacob Candanoza’s police car is serving as a memorial for community members who want to remember the officer shot and killed during a traffic stop Sunday night. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports from Terrell Police Department headquarters.
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Lewisville ISD decides fate of five elementary schools Monday
Five elementary schools in Lewisville ISD are on the chopping block as board of trustees decide Monday night whether to close the campuses. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil explains low enrollment and finances are contributing to a common issue districts are seeing across DFW.
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Lewisville ISD votes to close five elementary schools Monday night
As enrollment drops, the district is looking for ways to cut expenses as concerns over the budget increase.
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Terrell Police mourn death of K-9 Officer
In a Facebook post, the Terrell Police Department said K-9 Officer Max was suffering from an illness and died over the weekend.
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Man accused of sexual assault at Wylie assisted living center: PD
Wylie Police said officers arrested a man from Kentucky accused of sexually assaulting a resident at an assisted living facility. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports a camera inside the facility captured the disturbing crime.
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Wylie Police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting resident at an assisted living facility
Wylie Police said officers arrested a man from Kentucky accused of sexually assaulting a resident at an assisted living facility.
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Fifth fire breaks out at vacant Dallas high school in 3 months, building to be demolished
Tuesday evening more than 60 firefighters showed up to put out flames at the school yet again. The city and DISD are working together to address the issue.
