Look up tonight: Supermoon to soar into the sky
Look up tonight as a Supermoon will rise into the sky. Nicknamed the Cold Moon as winter weather brings colder temperatures, the moon will only be 221,813 miles away from Earth.
December skywatching guide: Wrap up 2025 with these can't miss celestial events
With the new year around the corner, December is filled with a robust lineup of celestial events to end the year with a rewarding skywatching experience.
Lightning on Mars: Scientists capture crackling sounds
The researchers examined 28 hours of audio recordings, documenting 55 episodes of what they consider to be “mini lightning” over two Martian years.
National Parks raising fees for international tourists visiting popular US parks
The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
Northern lights may be visible in some states tonight: Here's where
The northern lights may put on a show tonight for Thanksgiving Eve and be visible in several states.
San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies
Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.
Ancient canoes discovered in Wisconsin lake reveal 5,200-year-old history
Sixteen ancient canoes discovered in Lake Mendota, located in Madison, Wisconsin, are shedding light on historical transportation networks and cultural practices in the area.
NASA 3I/ATLAS comet update: ‘It’s a window into another solar system’
NASA is providing more images and information about the interstellar object that's passing through our solar system right now, known as 3I/ATLAS.
Amelia Earhart's final cryptic transmission revealed in newly released government files
Newly unsealed government records related to famed American aviator Amelia Earhart have been made public.
New USGS map shows what's underneath your feet, wherever you go
USGS has unveiled its most detailed national geologic map, giving the public a free, interactive way to explore underground features. Here’s how to use it.
Look up tonight—the Leonid meteor shower will peak again under clear skies
The Leonid meteor shower will peak again tonight and stargazers will have a great opportunity to see the celestial show thanks to clearer skies.
FAA ends shutdown-era flight limits as air traffic staffing rebounds
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Sunday that it will lift all restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major airports that were imposed during the nation’s record 43-day government shutdown.
Leonid meteor shower peak: How and when to watch the night sky for shooting stars
Skywatchers across North America are in for a dazzling display as the Leonid meteor shower peaks on November 17.
Study reveals the best way to drive off pesky seagulls
If you’ve ever had a seagull try to steal your snack at the beach, you may have lashed out at the notorious thief, but researchers say they've found another way.
OCEARCH founder Chris Fischer on tracking the largest great white shark off the East Coast | ChicagoLIVE
OCEARCH founder Chris Fischer joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the recent sighting of one of the largest great white sharks ever tagged off the East Coast. Fischer explains how his team safely lifts and studies the sharks aboard their research vessel, how OCEARCH data is helping restore ocean balance, and why the organization’s groundbreaking tracking efforts are giving scientists and the public new insight into these vital predators.
Largest male great white shark ever recorded pinged off New Jersey coast
The white shark is most likely on the move back down to Florida where waters are warmer and there are more food sources, but well have to see where he shows up next.
Northern lights may be visible in the US this week: Here's where
The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 (severe) geomagnetic storm watch for Nov. 12.
Florida gator caught on camera popping out of pond, charging at fisherman: 'That's my foot!'
A Florida fisherman was chased away from a pond by an angry alligator earlier this summer.
Lemont teacher uses 'green adventures' to teach students | ChicagoLIVE
A teacher at Lemont High School is using nature trips to educate his students to broaden their horizons.
James Watson, co-discoverer of double-helix shape of DNA, dies at 97
James Watson made the breakthrough discovery in 1953 alongside Francis Crick and Maurice Wilkins.