Miss Monday's supermoon? When you can see it again

Monday's supermoon appeared 14% larger and 30% brighter, but more supermoons are on the way.

Don't miss the rare Blue Supermoon rising Monday

Also known as the Sturgeon Moon, the eighth full moon of the year promises a rare and breathtaking celestial sight.

Northern Lights put on a show in Chicago

The Northern Lights were spotted as far south as Chicago late Sunday into early Monday morning. 

Perseid meteor shower: Viewing conditions promise good show for best meteor shower of 2024

The Moon will be about 44% full this year for the Perseids peak, offering a better chance to spot meteors. Many regions of the U.S. will have a clear sky to watch the meteor shower.

August celestial events: Why the first week of August is a good time for stargazing

Discover why the first week of August is ideal for stargazing. Explore the new Moon, the Perseid meteor shower, and other celestial events that make this month perfect for skywatching.

Northern lights could be visible in Chicago this week

The northern lights could be visible in the Chicago area this week — so long as conditions are right.

Illinois doctor selected by NASA for Mars mission simulation

An Illinois doctor has re-emerged after spending a year inside a Mars simulation. He was among four U.S. researchers picked by NASA for the mission.  

NASA: No return date yet for astronauts aboard ISS

Two NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station were supposed to come back to Earth in mid-June, but ongoing issues with their Boeing Starliner capsule have extended their stay.

Full buck moon to light up the sky this weekend: What to know

July’s full buck moon will be visible all weekend long if conditions in your area are conducive to stargazing. Here's what to know.

Moon caves could house future astronauts, scientists say

Scientists confirmed a cave on the moon near Apollo 11’s landing site 55 years ago and believe there could be more caves and tunnels that may be shelters for future astronauts.

China planning asteroid re-direct mission for planetary defense test

After surveying the asteroid, China's spacecraft will then act as the "impactor" or a battering ram, flying into the asteroid. NASA's DART mission in 2022 was successful in altering the orbit of a binary asteroid using the same method.

Webb Space Telescope reveals pair of glowing intertwined galaxies

Photos of the two galaxies nicknamed Penguin and the Egg were released to celebrate the second science anniversary of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.