Shardae LaRae

Texas

News Anchor at E. W. Scripps Company

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi catches fire causing traffic delays on I-35 in Waco

Mar 12, 2025 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Police have confirmed that a semi-truck caught fire on I-35 North near the Valley Mills exit in Waco Wednesday morning. According to Waco Police Department, the semi caught fire after a crash around 3 a.m. The incident has caused traffic delays on I-35 going northbound with parts of the highway closed off as emergency crews clear the wreck. Police also confirmed with that the driver of the semi was able to get out the truck and was taken to a local hospital.
Talk of the Neighborhood: Haboobs

Mar 7, 2025 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — 25 News' Shardae LaRae finds out what the 'Talk of the Neighborhood' is this week. And not surprisingly, it's the weather. A haboob is a type of intense dust storm carried by the wind of a weather front. Many neighbors in Central Texas had not experienced a haboob before. Watch the discussion here: Talk of the Neighbor with Shardae LaRae - March 7 BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT"Do you know what haboob is?" Shardae asked.
Waco's first Black-owned barbershop unveils mural dedicated to former barbers, beauticians

Feb 28, 2025 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

WACO, Texas— Iva Smith is the owner of the Jockey Club Barbershop but she wasn't even born yet, when it first opened as Waco's first Black-owned barbershop in 1917. "This is a picture of some of the people that came through, and is just some of the barbers," Smith said while looking at the photos that cover the barbershop walls. The pictures include memories of her late husband and former owner, Ben Smith.
Local supply store a 'total loss' following fire in Salado

Oct 16, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

WACO, Texas (KXXV) Fire crews in Salado worked overnight to contain a fire at a local supply house on FM 1670. The Bell County Fire Marshal said an electrical fire broke out around 4 p.m. on Tuesday in an upper room of the Salado Supply House. Several area fire crews were also called out to help put out the flames. The Fire Marshal deemed the building and some vehicles parked nearby a total loss.
Mexia ISD: Additional police presence at campuses today following investigation

Sep 24, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

MEXIA, Texas — Mexia ISD said it is taking extra precautions Tuesday morning following an investigation into a non-credible threat. According to a Facebook post by the school district, there was an investigation into a song making reference to “shooting up the high school in Mexia." The district said Mexia Police Department investigated and determined it was not a credible threat.
Traffic Alert: Part of FM-116 to Gatesville closed following wreck, officials say

Sep 19, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

CORYELL COUNTY, Texas— A portion of FM 116 is temporarily closed while officials work an early morning wreck. In a Facebook post, the Coryell County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the road is shutdown in both directions at Whispering Oaks. They also warned drivers that they will need to find alternate routes and avoid the area. There are no details regarding the wreck nor an estimated time on when the road will re-open. This is a developing story and we will update you as we learn more.
Hearne ISD cancels classes while officials investigate 'potential threat'

Sep 19, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

HEARNE, Texas — Classes are canceled Thursday at Hearne ISD while officials investigate a potential school threat, according to a statement from the superintendent. On Facebook, school officials confirmed that the investigation is ongoing but canceled classes out of precaution. 25 News is working to confirm details surrounding the potential threat and the investigation.
Heads Up: Officials to conduct siren tests today in Waco

Sep 13, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

Posted WACO, Texas (KXXV) The Waco-McLennan County Office of Emergency Management has announced that it will perform a siren test at 11 a.m. on Friday. According to a Facebook post, there will be a "short growl test" on two sirens located at Cottonwood Golf Course and 4th & Kentucky. These are mandatory tests needed to be conducted by the City of Waco. See full Facebook post below.
'A shock & surprise': Popular dog park in Waco permanently closes, property reportedly 'sold'

Sep 9, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

WACO, Texas — A popular dog park in Waco has confirmed its permanent closure. The volunteer board president told 25 News that the update is a "shock and surprise." In a Facebook post, the HOT Dog Volunteer Board released a statement claiming that they were notified the park would close on Monday, September 9 after it was notified that the land had been sold. The board also claimed that they were unaware the property was on the market to be sold.
Bryan PD investigating fatal crash involving pedestrian along Highway 6

Sep 4, 2024 | kxxv.com | Shardae LaRae

BRYAN, Texas— Bryan Police posted to Facebook that crews are on the scene of an auto- pedestrian fatality early Wednesday morning. According to the post, police said the incident happened in the 1700 Block of North Earl Rudder Freeway and Highway 6 in Bryan. Right now, we don't know what caused the fatality or how many victims. The incident is causing traffic in the area. Police said the northbound traffic is being diverted at the Highway 21 exit to the Feeder Road.