Vaccine could prevent some forms of colon cancer

Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.

These gene-edited beagles could provide hope for dog-loving allergy sufferers

For the first time, scientists have successfully used gene-editing technology to eliminate a primary allergy-causing protein in two dogs, Bailey the beagle and her twin Alfie.

Avi Loeb on baseball physics, SpaceX rocket hitting the moon and UAP program NDAs | ChicagoLIVE
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Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the physics behind his first pitch at a Houston Astros game, the impact of a defunct SpaceX rocket hitting the moon, and why non-disclosure agreements are used in the UAP program.

Chicago has its very own deep water reef: Morgan Shoal | ChicagoLIVE
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Morgan Shoal is a 425-million-year-old limestone reef located just off Chicago's South Side shoreline. Field Museum paleontologist Paul Mayer joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the history of the reef. 

FAA certifies new Boeing passenger plane, opening up possible new routes | ChicagoLIVE
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The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has certified the new Boeing 737 'MAX 7' jetliner, allowing the plane to begin service. Travel expert Clint Henderson from The Points Guy explains why this certification is important and how it will affect passengers.

Part of stray SpaceX rocket crashes into moon as predicted

The SpaceX Falcon rocket’s upper stage, a cylinder more than 40 feet long, crashed into the moon at 5,400-mph.

Why a SpaceX rocket will soon crash into the moon | ChicagoLIVE
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A piece of a SpaceX rocket appears to be on a collision course with the moon. Dr. Mike Zevin, an astrophysicist at Adler Planetarium, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain what’s happening and what it means.

Australian paddleboarder saves woman from shark attack while training for championship | ChicagoLIVE
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Weeks before he won his fourth world championship in Hawaii, Australian paddleboarder Charlie Verco rescued a Sydney woman who was attacked by a shark while swimming. The 25-year-old joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about what went through his mind that day.

Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave

Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.

NASA Mars rover finds ‘honeycomb’ patterns on red planet

NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover has uncovered a mysterious "honeycomb" landscape unlike anything seen before on Mars. The discovery could unlock new clues about the red planet's past.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago to welcome two gorillas after relocating two others | ChicagoLIVE
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Brookfield Zoo Chicago is relocating two gorillas, Kamba and Nora, while welcoming two new gorillas in return. Kim Skelton, Director of Primate Care and Conservation, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the swap.

OnlyFans for marmots?? | ChicagoLIVE
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Researchers in California have turned to OnlyFans to help fund their marmot research after traditional funding sources dried up. UCLA Professor Daniel Blumstein joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the unconventional fundraising approach.

California researchers turn to OnlyFans to fund research
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Researchers in California have turned to OnlyFans to help fund their marmot research after traditional funding sources dried up. They hope the unconventional approach offers a creative way to raise money and keep their research going.

Schiller Pond floating wetland pilot program sees some success | ChicagoLIVE
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A pilot wetland restoration project at Schiller Pond is helping improve water quality and restore the ecosystem. Mike Feldmann of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the project works.

Invasive red swamp crayfish found in the Chicago River
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Loyola University Chicago professor Dr. Reuben Keller explains why invasive red swamp crayfish are a growing concern in the Chicago River and what residents should do if they spot one.