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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Hunt County authorities shut down cockfighting operation, seize 65 roosters
Deputies in Hunt County arrested more than 20 people accused of having roosters fight. Cockfighting is illegal in Texas. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports the SPCA of Texas recovered 65 of those roosters used for fighting.
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21 arrested, 65 roosters rescued in Hunt County cockfight investigation
Deputies in Hunt County arrested 21 people and rescued dozens of roosters while investigating reports of a cockfighting operation on Sunday afternoon.
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Bags of cocaine found stuffed into suitcase lining at DFW Airport, CBP says
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection said officers recovered 2.69 kilograms of cocaine from inside a suitcase at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
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Construction on Commerce St. in Deep Ellum causing disruptions, businesses say
Businesses in Deep Ellum on Commerce Street said they’ve noticed a dip in customers as city construction continues. Business owners in Deep Ellum believe road construction continues to impact their bottom line. The city of Dallas is making repairs along Commerce Street, but the sight of the construction is overshadowing the area. It’s hard not to notice the barricades,...
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Deep Ellum business owners concerned over construction impact
Business owners in Deep Ellum say road construction continues to impact their bottom line. The city of Dallas is making repairs along Commerce Street – but the sight of the construction is overshadowing the area. Sophia Beausoleil explains.
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Wylie library showcases Ramadan display, offering Muslim community space to share culture
For the second year in a row, the Smith Public Library in Wylie shared space with community members to display books, décor and information about the month of Ramadan.
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Kaufman County listed as the fastest growing county in TX, second in the country
Earlier this month the U.S. Census Bureau released new population data that showed Kaufman County, east of Dallas, is the fastest growing county in Texas.
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Kaufman County is the fastest growing county in Texas
Kaufman County is the fastest growing county in the state. That is according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau this month. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil reports local experts believe the appeal has to do with the amount of land available.
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Wylie library's Ramadan display offers understanding of Muslim holy month
This is the final week of Ramadan, which is observed by billions of Muslims around the world. It’s where Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, pray, give charity and spend time with loved ones. NBC 5’s Sophia Beasoleil reports a library in North Texas has a display to help visitors learn more about the month Muslims believe their holy book...
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Fort Worth opens new city hall in former Pier One building
Fort Worth opens new city hall in former Pier One building with space, light, and modern technology.
