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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‘We're ready,' Anna city manager says they're prepared for winter weather
With a snow plow and treated roads, the city of Anna says they’re ready for winter weather.
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Anna and Melissa prepare for winter weather
The growing cities of Anna and Melissa, north of Dallas, are preparing for the winter storm. Anna’s city manager shared their plans to keep roads and residents safe.
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Cotton Bowl organizers keeping close eye on winter weather
The winter weather could impact fans traveling to North Texas for the Cotton Bowl game in Arlington on Friday. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil spoke with organizers as they pay close attention to the forecast.
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Snow forecast not affecting Cotton Bowl plans; UT-Ohio State play Friday
The winter weather could impact fans traveling to AT&T Stadium Friday, for the 89th Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic game between Texas and Ohio State.
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Dallas opens temporary shelter at Fair Park as cold air arrives in North Texas
The City of Dallas opened a shelter able to house 900 people at Fair Park on Sunday, while homeowners and TxDOT prepared for the deep freeze and possible precipitation too. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports.
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Dallas opens temporary shelter at Fair Park as Arctic air arrives in North Texas
The City of Dallas, in partnership with several nonprofits, opened a shelter able to house 900 people at Fair Park on Sunday, while homeowners and TxDOT prepared for the deep freeze and possible precipitation too.
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Teen's dream to meet the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders comes true
Notre Dame School student Natalie Mallett will live her dream of meeting the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders at their annual Christmas Extravaganza.
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Dallas student with Down syndrome to meet Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
Notre Dame School student Natalie Mallett will live her dream of meeting the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders at their annual Christmas Extravaganza. The surprise, arranged by the nonprofit Dream On 3, was celebrated with cheers, a red carpet, and a limo ride home. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil has more.
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House fire kills two people in DeSoto neighborhood
A neighbor’s doorbell camera captured video of the flames shooting out of the home.
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Desoto Fire Department investigating house fire that killed couple
A neighbor’s doorbell camera captured the moment a Desoto house went into flames Tuesday afternoon, claiming the lives of two people who were trapped inside. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil has more.