Mysterious interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has no tail: What 2 experts say
3I/ATLAS recently passed its closest point to the sun. Because of its unusual behavior, some scientists are wondering if it's not a natural object -- in which case, one says, "we are screwed."
3I/ATLAS recently passed its closest point to the sun. Because of its unusual behavior, some scientists are wondering if it's not a natural object -- in which case, one says, "we are screwed."
Chinese astronauts stranded in space after debris strikes return capsule during mission
A Chinese space crew is stranded at the country’s Tiangong space station after tiny pieces of space debris were believed to have struck their return capsule, China’s spaceflight agency said Wednesday.
A Chinese space crew is stranded at the country’s Tiangong space station after tiny pieces of space debris were believed to have struck their return capsule, China’s spaceflight agency said Wednesday.
November's supermoon: Don't miss the biggest and brightest moon of the year
On Wednesday, the supermoon will be about 221,823 miles away from Earth and will be the biggest and brightest moon of the year.
On Wednesday, the supermoon will be about 221,823 miles away from Earth and will be the biggest and brightest moon of the year.
2nd escaped monkey killed as search continues after Mississippi crash
Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.
Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.
Tom Brady used Texas-based company to help clone his dog
Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.
Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.
National Geographic photographer shares stories from three decades of capturing Earth’s beauty
National Geographic’s Jason Edwards joins us in-studio to reflect on his adventures documenting fragile ecosystems, indigenous cultures, and the power of photography in the age of AI.
National Geographic’s Jason Edwards joins us in-studio to reflect on his adventures documenting fragile ecosystems, indigenous cultures, and the power of photography in the age of AI.
Monkey truck Mississippi latest: Mother shoots, kills one fearing for her children
A Mississippi woman shot and killed one of the escaped monkeys outside her home Sunday, fearing for her children's safety.
A Mississippi woman shot and killed one of the escaped monkeys outside her home Sunday, fearing for her children's safety.
November stargazing guide: Brightest Supermoon of the year, dazzling pair of meteor showers
November kicks off with a midweek Supermoon, dubbed the Full Beaver Moon, on Nov. 5 that you will not want to miss.
November kicks off with a midweek Supermoon, dubbed the Full Beaver Moon, on Nov. 5 that you will not want to miss.
Thousands of UFOs spotted off US coastlines raise new national security fears: expert
California and Florida lead in coastal UFO reports as experts question government transparency.
California and Florida lead in coastal UFO reports as experts question government transparency.
Mosquitoes found in Iceland for the first time, leaving only one mosquito-free spot on Earth
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
Promising cancer treatment using LED light and tin flakes kills skin and colon cancer cells in 30 minutes
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
3 monkeys still missing after truck crashes in Mississippi
A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.
A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.
3I Atlas comet updates: Where is it now, and what scientists are saying
The 3I/ATLAS comet was first spotted in July near Jupiter after it entered our solar system from another universe. Here’s what’s known about it and what we’ve learned so far.
The 3I/ATLAS comet was first spotted in July near Jupiter after it entered our solar system from another universe. Here’s what’s known about it and what we’ve learned so far.
Truck carrying research monkeys crashes in Mississippi — three still missing
Authorities in Mississippi say several monkeys were euthanized and three remain missing after a truck transporting the animals crashed on Interstate 59 in Jasper County.
Authorities in Mississippi say several monkeys were euthanized and three remain missing after a truck transporting the animals crashed on Interstate 59 in Jasper County.
CT scanners unveil creepy secrets at Chicago’s Field Museum
Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.
Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.
CT scanners unveil creepy secrets at Chicago’s Field Museum
Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.
Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.
Block Club Chicago: Humboldt Park teen wins "Courage" award
After her chemistry teacher left mid year, 15-year old Carolina Carchi stepped up and taught her peers. Block Club's Jon Hansen ChicagoNOW tells us more.
After her chemistry teacher left mid year, 15-year old Carolina Carchi stepped up and taught her peers. Block Club's Jon Hansen ChicagoNOW tells us more.
Earth has a new temporary mini-moon: Meet 2025 PN7
The mini-moon/asteroid will only be joining Earth's orbit temporarily before it returns to its other orbital path.
The mini-moon/asteroid will only be joining Earth's orbit temporarily before it returns to its other orbital path.
Squirrel chase leaves husky stranded high up a tree
In a surprising rescue in northern Indiana, a husky named Aurora gave her family and neighbors quite a scare after she climbed high into a tree while chasing a squirrel.
In a surprising rescue in northern Indiana, a husky named Aurora gave her family and neighbors quite a scare after she climbed high into a tree while chasing a squirrel.
Shedd Aquarium scientist talks coral bleaching and warming oceans | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Trinity Conn, a postdoctoral research fellow at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss her recent trip to Florida studying coral bleaching. She explains how warming ocean temperatures are affecting reefs and connects the issue to broader changes happening across the Great Lakes and beyond.
Dr. Trinity Conn, a postdoctoral research fellow at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss her recent trip to Florida studying coral bleaching. She explains how warming ocean temperatures are affecting reefs and connects the issue to broader changes happening across the Great Lakes and beyond.