A GameStop customer in Texas might’ve brought in the weirdest item for ‘Trade Anything Day’

The company said more than 80,000 items were traded in by customers taking advantage of the off-kilter promotion. SAN ANTONIO — When it comes to GameStop’s eyebrow-raising “Trade Anything Day” – a promotion that encouraged customers to literally trade in anything (with some exceptions) at their local store this past Saturday – Texans didn’t disappoint. … Read more

Balcones Heights police officer injured in arrest attempt; suspect faces multiple charges, authorities say

A Balcones Heights police officer was injured during a violent arrest attempt of a 38-year-old crime suspect near Woodlawn Lake. SAN ANTONIO — A Balcones Heights police officer was injured Tuesday afternoon when a man struck him with a vehicle during an attempted arrest near Woodlawn Lake. Police said a 38-year-old man suspected of several … Read more

Original Burger Boy location making a comeback after fire damage. Here’s when.

Burger Boy’s St. Mary’s location is set for a 2026 reopening after a fire damaged the site. SAN ANTONIO — Burger Boy’s original home is gearing up for a comeback, with the iconic spot set to reopen early next year, the company announced on Instagram. The St. Mary’s location caught fire earlier this year prompting … Read more

No Homework, No Grades, No Robot Teachers at Texas AI Schools

Y’all-itics takes a closer look at how Alpha Schools truly work, and what parents need to know before considering this option. DALLAS — Alpha Schools across the country utilize AI technology to aid in student instruction. However, this AI-driven approach naturally leads to one common misconception. “I actually was talking to a lady a couple … Read more

‘Designate a douser’ | Officials urging folks to make sure responsible adults are in charge of fireworks

Officials are also urging families to consider attending professional, permitted fireworks shows rather than lighting their own fireworks this holiday season. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — As the holiday season approaches and Texans gear up to light up the sky, Bexar County officials are reminding everyone that not all fireworks are invited to the New Year’s … Read more

Gifts for seniors: Converse police spread holiday cheer with Silver Angel Tree

Converse Police invite locals to spread holiday cheer by selecting a Silver Angel Tree tag, purchasing gifts for seniors, and volunteering to wrap them by Dec. 15. CONVERSE, Texas — The season of giving is shining extra bright in Converse this year as the Converse Police Department unwraps its annual Converse Silver Angel Tree, a … Read more

TPWD says you can’t use drones to help you fish

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said drones count as “aircraft,” and federal regulations enacted in the ’50s prevent fishing using aircraft. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is clarifying rules about fisherman using drones to deploy bait.  The department said it noticed an increase in questions about the use of Unmanned … Read more