Cosmic dust is falling on Chicago — and the Field Museum is collecting it
Did you know we’re literally walking through meteoric space dust every day — right here in Chicago?
Did you know we’re literally walking through meteoric space dust every day — right here in Chicago?
Humans are heading to the Moon and back. Here’s what to know | ChicagoNOW
Humans are heading back around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years with NASA’s Artemis II mission. We’re joined by Dr. Voula Saridakis, head curator at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and a NASA Solar System Ambassador, to break down what the mission means, what to watch for and why it matters for the future of space exploration.
Humans are heading back around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years with NASA’s Artemis II mission. We’re joined by Dr. Voula Saridakis, head curator at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and a NASA Solar System Ambassador, to break down what the mission means, what to watch for and why it matters for the future of space exploration.
NASA pushes back Artemis II 'wet dress rehearsal' due to Florida cold weather
NASA has pushed back the Artemis II wet dress rehearsal to Feb. 2 due to cold weather in Florida.
NASA has pushed back the Artemis II wet dress rehearsal to Feb. 2 due to cold weather in Florida.
Avi Loeb: 3I/ATLAS anti-tail now pointed toward Earth
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb explains why Jan. 22’s rare “full moon phase” alignment was so significant for 3I/ATLAS. During the event, the interstellar object passed between Earth and the Sun, allowing the Hubble Space Telescope to capture new images showing its unusual anti-tail pointed toward Earth.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb explains why Jan. 22’s rare “full moon phase” alignment was so significant for 3I/ATLAS. During the event, the interstellar object passed between Earth and the Sun, allowing the Hubble Space Telescope to capture new images showing its unusual anti-tail pointed toward Earth.
Want to vacation on the moon? GRU Space opens $1M reservations | ChicagoLIVE
A California-based startup has opened applications for a planned lunar hotel.
A California-based startup has opened applications for a planned lunar hotel.
Avi Loeb: CIA would neither confirm nor deny records on 3I/ATLAS
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins "ChicagoLIVE" with the latest update on 3I/ATLAS, the mysterious interstellar object drawing attention worldwide. Loeb says the CIA would neither confirm nor deny records tied to 3I/ATLAS and explains why January 22 is a critical date, when Earth will align between the Sun and the object, allowing scientists to observe reflected sunlight. He also discusses his new findings from a Hubble Space Telescope study showing a wobbling jet coming from 3I/ATLAS.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins "ChicagoLIVE" with the latest update on 3I/ATLAS, the mysterious interstellar object drawing attention worldwide. Loeb says the CIA would neither confirm nor deny records tied to 3I/ATLAS and explains why January 22 is a critical date, when Earth will align between the Sun and the object, allowing scientists to observe reflected sunlight. He also discusses his new findings from a Hubble Space Telescope study showing a wobbling jet coming from 3I/ATLAS.
NASA sets return date for SpaceX Crew-11 astronauts after crew member 'medical situation'
NASA is preparing to send four astronauts onboard the International Space Station back to Earth.
NASA is preparing to send four astronauts onboard the International Space Station back to Earth.
New images of Mars resembling sunset on Earth | ChicagoNOW
A recent NASA photo shows what Mars might look like under Earth-like skies. One of NASA’s two rovers created a composite panoramic image of the Martian landscape.
A recent NASA photo shows what Mars might look like under Earth-like skies. One of NASA’s two rovers created a composite panoramic image of the Martian landscape.
3I/ATLAS closest to Earth today: Avi Loeb explains what’s unusual
The mysterious object 3I/ATLAS is making its closest pass to Earth today, and astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins us to discuss the latest developments. Loeb highlights several unusual features, including an anti-tail jet pointing toward the sun and a rotation axis also closely aligned with the sun. While he says 3I/ATLAS is most likely a natural object, he emphasizes that it is extremely rare and unlike anything typically observed.
The mysterious object 3I/ATLAS is making its closest pass to Earth today, and astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins us to discuss the latest developments. Loeb highlights several unusual features, including an anti-tail jet pointing toward the sun and a rotation axis also closely aligned with the sun. While he says 3I/ATLAS is most likely a natural object, he emphasizes that it is extremely rare and unlike anything typically observed.
Astronomers spot 'Tatooine-like' planet orbiting two suns | ChicagoNOW
Northwestern University astronomers are revealing the discovery of a distant exoplanet reminiscent of the Star Wars plane Tatooine. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Northwestern University astronomers are revealing the discovery of a distant exoplanet reminiscent of the Star Wars plane Tatooine. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
ESA’s Juice spacecraft captures early image of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
ESA’s Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer snapped a surprise early view of comet 3I/ATLAS in November, revealing its glowing coma and two faint tails. Full science data from five instruments is expected to arrive on Earth February 2026. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
ESA’s Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer snapped a surprise early view of comet 3I/ATLAS in November, revealing its glowing coma and two faint tails. Full science data from five instruments is expected to arrive on Earth February 2026. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Blue Origin New Glenn Mission NG-2 headed to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft
Blue Origin's New Glen NG-2 Mission successfully launched from Florida's Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station en route to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft.
Blue Origin's New Glen NG-2 Mission successfully launched from Florida's Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station en route to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft.
Closest supermoon of the year is tomorrow | ChicagoNOW
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
UFO researcher talks latest findings on strange sightings | The Chicago Report
People (OK we here at Fox 32) are super interested in sightings of UFOs or UAP around the world so we spoke to an expert about the latest findings.
People (OK we here at Fox 32) are super interested in sightings of UFOs or UAP around the world so we spoke to an expert about the latest findings.
The mysterious Manhattan-sized comet 3I/ATLAS | ChicagoNOW
New updates on the comet 3I/ATLAS. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been closely tracking this object and exploring the possibility that it could even be alien technology.
New updates on the comet 3I/ATLAS. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been closely tracking this object and exploring the possibility that it could even be alien technology.
Orionid meteor shower streaks across sky until November 22
The Orionid Meteor Shower is happening now and goes until November 22 - giving you the opportunity to see meteors shoot across the sky! Hunter Miller joins from the Adler Planetarium with meteor spotting tips.
The Orionid Meteor Shower is happening now and goes until November 22 - giving you the opportunity to see meteors shoot across the sky! Hunter Miller joins from the Adler Planetarium with meteor spotting tips.
Astronomers discover mysterious dark object in a distant part of the universe
Astronomers have detected a mysterious dark object in a distant part of the universe, hopefully offering new insight into one of science?s biggest mysteries: dark matter. Dr. Christopher D. Fassnacht, professor of physics and astronomy at the University of California, Davis, joins us to break it down.
Astronomers have detected a mysterious dark object in a distant part of the universe, hopefully offering new insight into one of science?s biggest mysteries: dark matter. Dr. Christopher D. Fassnacht, professor of physics and astronomy at the University of California, Davis, joins us to break it down.
Bill Nye asks Congress to fight NASA budget cuts
Bill Nye the Science Guy was a TV staple in the 90s now he runs the Planetary Society, and he's urging President Donald Trump not to cut NASA's funding.
Bill Nye the Science Guy was a TV staple in the 90s now he runs the Planetary Society, and he's urging President Donald Trump not to cut NASA's funding.
World Space Week: Artifacts you can see at Chicago?s Museum of Science and Industry
It?s World Space Week ? the largest space event on Earth! This year?s theme, ?Living in Space,? explores what it takes to live and work beyond our planet. Dr. Voula Saridakis, Head Curator at Chicago?s Museum of Science and Industry, joins us to highlight artifacts at the museum like the Apollo 8 module, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, and Chicagoan Mae Jemison?s biofeedback belt.
It?s World Space Week ? the largest space event on Earth! This year?s theme, ?Living in Space,? explores what it takes to live and work beyond our planet. Dr. Voula Saridakis, Head Curator at Chicago?s Museum of Science and Industry, joins us to highlight artifacts at the museum like the Apollo 8 module, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, and Chicagoan Mae Jemison?s biofeedback belt.
Aerospace tech company's space vehicle delivers cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour
Aerospace and defense technology company Inversion has unveiled a new space-based delivery vehicle, Arc, that the company says can deliver cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour.
Aerospace and defense technology company Inversion has unveiled a new space-based delivery vehicle, Arc, that the company says can deliver cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour.