Northwestern study uncovers widespread scientific fraud | What we know
Most of us think of science as a reliable source of knowledge ? built on research, peer review and evidence. But a new study is raising serious concerns about how that system is being exploited.
Most of us think of science as a reliable source of knowledge ? built on research, peer review and evidence. But a new study is raising serious concerns about how that system is being exploited.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Perseid meteor shower: How to view the spectacle in Chicago and when it peaks
The Perseids peak this week—but light pollution could dim the show for Chicagoland. Here's how to get the best view.
The Perseids peak this week—but light pollution could dim the show for Chicagoland. Here's how to get the best view.
Vaping on plane: Man apologizes after Phoenix-to-San Francisco flight incident
“It sucks knowing in order to be myself, I have to have nicotine," said Peter Nguyen.
“It sucks knowing in order to be myself, I have to have nicotine," said Peter Nguyen.
James Lovell, astronaut and Apollo 13 commander, dies
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
Curiosity rover finds more coral-shaped rocks on Martian surface
The rock was nicknamed "Paposo."
The rock was nicknamed "Paposo."
Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
Behind the scenes at Brookfield Zoo Chicago's world-class animal care facility
From CT scans on polar bears to international orangutan care, go inside one of North America's most advanced zoo hospitals.
From CT scans on polar bears to international orangutan care, go inside one of North America's most advanced zoo hospitals.
Millions watch livestream of deep sea creatures from Argentina, latest in 'slow TV' fad
A livestream of deep-sea creatures captivated Argentina, highlighting the calming global trend of “slow TV." Here's why millions tuned in.
A livestream of deep-sea creatures captivated Argentina, highlighting the calming global trend of “slow TV." Here's why millions tuned in.
SuperAgers over 80 show memory equal to adults in their 50s, study finds
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
VIDEO: Florida shark, stingray get into tussle off the coast of Panama City Beach
WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.
WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.
New Zealand Air Force rescues US researchers from Antarctica amid extreme cold, darkness
The Royal New Zealand Air Force successfully evacuated three U.S. researchers from Antarctica in a rare and risky midwinter mission.
The Royal New Zealand Air Force successfully evacuated three U.S. researchers from Antarctica in a rare and risky midwinter mission.
Swinging with the spider monkeys at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to check out their spider monkeys exhibit.
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to check out their spider monkeys exhibit.
300 million-year-old fossils found in Illinois on display at Field Museum
Fossils from more than 300 million years ago found right in Illinois are on display at Chicago's Field Museum.
Fossils from more than 300 million years ago found right in Illinois are on display at Chicago's Field Museum.
Octopus latches onto 6-year-old boy, refusing to release, mother says, showing footage of the child's injuries
The marks extended up the child's arm.
The marks extended up the child's arm.
Bat in the mouth?! Woman faces huge medical bill after bizarre vacation encounter
A Massachusetts woman is stuck with a five-figure medical bill after a wild bat flew into her mouth during a vacation.
A Massachusetts woman is stuck with a five-figure medical bill after a wild bat flew into her mouth during a vacation.
Full Sturgeon Moon, Perseid meteor shower and planetary conjunction to light up August skies
Here is your August 2025 guide for celestial events. The year will feature 12 full Moons, plenty of meteor showers, four eclipses and three Supermoons.
Here is your August 2025 guide for celestial events. The year will feature 12 full Moons, plenty of meteor showers, four eclipses and three Supermoons.
Radioactive wasp nest found at former nuclear weapons site
A wasp nest found in South Carolina had radiation levels 10 times higher than what’s allowed by federal regulators.
A wasp nest found in South Carolina had radiation levels 10 times higher than what’s allowed by federal regulators.
Potential asteroid impact on Moon in 2032 could trigger massive meteor shower on Earth
If Asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the Moon in 2032, it would be the largest impact in about 5,000 years, according to a new analysis.
If Asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the Moon in 2032, it would be the largest impact in about 5,000 years, according to a new analysis.
World's rarest big cat welcomes cubs at Brookfield Zoo | ChicagoNOW
World's rarest big cat, the Amur Leopard, gives birth to two cubs at Brookfield Zoo. The zoo is celebrating the birth of two Amur leopard cubs, born on July 14, 2025, to 8-year-old Mina. With fewer than 100 Amur leopards left in the wild, the births mark a major milestone for one of the world's most endangered big cat species.
World's rarest big cat, the Amur Leopard, gives birth to two cubs at Brookfield Zoo. The zoo is celebrating the birth of two Amur leopard cubs, born on July 14, 2025, to 8-year-old Mina. With fewer than 100 Amur leopards left in the wild, the births mark a major milestone for one of the world's most endangered big cat species.