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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Dallas police remind residents to stay vigilant after a woman was robbed and assaulted at home
Neighbors in a Northwest Dallas community are in disbelief after police say a nieghbor was assualted and robbed by four suspects. Dallas police say this happened in the Briarwood neighborhood, just east of Dallas Love Field on Saturday. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil spoke to people in the neighborhood.
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Woman assaulted and robbed by 4 people at Northwest Dallas home, police say
Homeowners in a Northwest Dallas neighborhood are in disbelief after Dallas Police said a woman was robbed and assaulted by several suspects at her home over the weekend.
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Toddler remembered as Dallas PD releases new video from 2023 drive-by-shooting
Family members remembered 2-year-old Zyah Lacy on the anniversary of her death, as Dallas police released new surveillance video from the 2023 drive-by shooting in hopes of capturing those responsible.
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Dallas Police continue investigation in death of toddler one year after drive-by shooting
It’s been a year since someone shot and killed a two-year-old girl in a drive-by shooting in Dallas. The family is reflecting on Zyah Lacy’s life. Meanwhile police want to remind the suspect or suspects on the loose they havn’t forgotten about the case. Sophia Beausoleil has the story and the new evidence police released.
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14-year-old boy who drowned in Lake Lewisville was a DISD freshman
Last week three people, drowned in different parts of Lake Lewisville, including a teenager. Authorities say none of them had on a life jacket.
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What leaders are doing to keep Lake Lewisville safe after several drownings
Four people have drowned in different parts of Lake Lewisville in the past month, including a 14-year-old boy. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil spoke with the parks and recreation director for the city of Highland Village about what they’ve done to try and help people stay safe.
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North Texans impacted by violent crimes head to DC for march
Dozens of North Texans impacted by violent crimes are headed to Washington D.C. for the first Crime Survivors Speak March on Washington. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil spoke with them before they started their journey.
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North Texan crime victims travel to DC for first ‘Crime Survivors Speak March on Washington'
Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice says thousands of people from across the country will march to demand new policies for victims’ rights, crime prevention and trauma recovery.
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BBQ fundraiser helps raise money for Dallas officers shot in Oak Cliff
On Thursday, Dallas Police officers and volunteers held a barbecue fundraiser to help raise money for the family of the fallen officer and the two others injured.
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Dallas Police Association holds fundraiser for fallen officer and two injured officers
It’s been a challenging couple weeks for the Dallas Police Department after an officer was shot and killed in the line of duty and two others were injured. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports on a fundraiser held Thursday