Florida man’s morning commute halted by bear wandering through his yard
A Florida man’s morning work commute was delayed after he was greeted by a black bear strolling across his front yard.
A Florida man’s morning work commute was delayed after he was greeted by a black bear strolling across his front yard.
Spanish scientists cure pancreatic cancer in mice in medical breakthrough
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
Honoring Challenger 40 years later: How learning centers are inspiring the next generation
On the 40th anniversary of the Challenger disaster, Challenger Learning Centers continue the crew’s legacy by turning tragedy into powerful lessons that inspire curiosity, resilience, and a love of science in young minds.
On the 40th anniversary of the Challenger disaster, Challenger Learning Centers continue the crew’s legacy by turning tragedy into powerful lessons that inspire curiosity, resilience, and a love of science in young minds.
Space shuttle Challenger explosion remembered, 40 years later
The space shuttle Challenger explosion was a defining moment of the 1980s. Whether you were watching on TV or in person, chances are, you remember exactly where you were and how you felt.
The space shuttle Challenger explosion was a defining moment of the 1980s. Whether you were watching on TV or in person, chances are, you remember exactly where you were and how you felt.
Brookfield Zoo polar bears reveal dangers in arctic drilling | ChicagoLIVE
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Doomsday Clock moves to 85 seconds – here’s what scientists say it means for humanity | ChicagoLIVE
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
'Doomsday Clock' moves to 85 seconds to midnight as global tensions rise
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock closer to catastrophe, setting it at 85 seconds to midnight, citing escalating global threats.
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock closer to catastrophe, setting it at 85 seconds to midnight, citing escalating global threats.
Boy, 12, killed in shark attack at cliff-jumping site
A 12-year-old Australian boy has died following a brutal shark attack in Sydney Harbor, his family confirmed Saturday.
A 12-year-old Australian boy has died following a brutal shark attack in Sydney Harbor, his family confirmed Saturday.
Watch: Deer smashes through bank window, wreaks havoc before officers help it escape
Police responded to a burglary alarm at a bank, only to find a deer had managed to somehow smash its way into the building through a teller window and wreaking havoc inside.
Police responded to a burglary alarm at a bank, only to find a deer had managed to somehow smash its way into the building through a teller window and wreaking havoc inside.
Chicagoland Fishing Expo reels in anglers in Schaumburg
FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton heads over to the Chicagoland Fishing Expo at Schaumburg Convention Center.
FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton heads over to the Chicagoland Fishing Expo at Schaumburg Convention Center.
NASA's Webb telescope captures stunning new image of Helix Nebula
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured a mesmerizing new image of the Helix Nebula.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured a mesmerizing new image of the Helix Nebula.
What’s causing 'exploding trees' in the Chicago area?
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
What’s causing 'exploding trees' in the Chicago area?
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
Are ‘exploding trees’ real? Expert explains viral winter videos | ChicagoLIVE
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
GRU Space taking $250,000-$1 million deposits to reserve rooms for 1st moon hotel
GRU Space hopes to have the first lunar hotel that will eventually serve as a hub and, in the future, will be the foundation for an established civilization on the moon.
GRU Space hopes to have the first lunar hotel that will eventually serve as a hub and, in the future, will be the foundation for an established civilization on the moon.
Local middle school wins fifth ‘Future City’ state title | ChicagoLIVE
Wood Dale Junior High’s STEM students won the Illinois State Regional Future City competition for the fifth time in six years with their “Farm to Table” city design.
Wood Dale Junior High’s STEM students won the Illinois State Regional Future City competition for the fifth time in six years with their “Farm to Table” city design.
Northern lights expected to light up sky in parts of the US Monday
A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.
A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.
3 shark attacks off Sydney in just over 24 hours; man, boy in critical condition
Three shark attacks in 24 hours leave a man and a 12-year-old critically injured and another boy unharmed at Sydney beaches. Here’s what we know.
Three shark attacks in 24 hours leave a man and a 12-year-old critically injured and another boy unharmed at Sydney beaches. Here’s what we know.
New moon to peak Sunday evening as one of last big skywatching events for January
The first new moon of the year peaks on Sunday, marking one of January’s final major skywatching events and the reset of the lunar calendar.
The first new moon of the year peaks on Sunday, marking one of January’s final major skywatching events and the reset of the lunar calendar.