Climate change has made heat waves last longer, study finds
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
Where to find free solar eclipse glasses before April 8
Many stores and businesses are giving away free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th's total solar eclipse.
Many stores and businesses are giving away free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th's total solar eclipse.
Cities have been eclipse-planning for months, ready to capitalize on tourism boom
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
IDOT: Expect heavy traffic for solar eclipse
Additionally, over 70 schools will be closed.
Additionally, over 70 schools will be closed.
NASA to launch rockets into moon’s shadow during April solar eclipse
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
Eagle population soars in Will County amid conservation efforts
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
Eagle population soars in Will County
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
Is looking at an eclipse bad for your eyes?
There are safe ways to view the upcoming total eclipse this April and that is by wearing protective eyewear or using a handheld viewer that has solar filters.
There are safe ways to view the upcoming total eclipse this April and that is by wearing protective eyewear or using a handheld viewer that has solar filters.
Major grocery chain to close stores during the eclipse
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Prehistoric giant dolphin discovered in Amazon by paleontologists
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
Eloping under the eclipse: Couples to get hitched during rare solar event
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Look out for comet, planets during the total solar eclipse
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.
See it: Satellite images show Baltimore bridge before and after collapse
Maxar satellite images show the Francis Scott Key Bridge above the Patapsco River taken before the devastating crash. Photos taken around noon on Tuesday show the container ship under parts of the collapsed bridge and the search efforts underway around the crash site.
Maxar satellite images show the Francis Scott Key Bridge above the Patapsco River taken before the devastating crash. Photos taken around noon on Tuesday show the container ship under parts of the collapsed bridge and the search efforts underway around the crash site.
Total solar eclipse forecast: Who has best chance for clear skies on April 8
A clear sky is key to watching the April 8th total solar eclipse.
A clear sky is key to watching the April 8th total solar eclipse.
Total solar eclipse viewer using cereal box: How to build your own
If you want to watch the total solar eclipse, you'll need eye protection or an eclipse-viewing device.
If you want to watch the total solar eclipse, you'll need eye protection or an eclipse-viewing device.
Across America: National Guard activated for solar eclipse
Oklahoma is activating members of the local National Guard to help with the influx of tourists for the upcoming solar eclipse.
Oklahoma is activating members of the local National Guard to help with the influx of tourists for the upcoming solar eclipse.
Total solar eclipse: How animals react to daylight turning dark
Spoiler alert: Many animals do “surprising things” during a total solar eclipse.
Spoiler alert: Many animals do “surprising things” during a total solar eclipse.
What to know about fake eclipse glasses
Spectators are stocking up on eclipse glasses ahead of the April aerial spectacle, but one retailer is cautioning consumers to beware of counterfeit versions of the eyewear circulating online.
Spectators are stocking up on eclipse glasses ahead of the April aerial spectacle, but one retailer is cautioning consumers to beware of counterfeit versions of the eyewear circulating online.
It’s not too late to plan a trip to see the solar eclipse
It’s not too late to get in on a trip for the total solar eclipse next month, but be prepared to pay a premium or get a little creative with your itinerary. Here are some tips.
It’s not too late to get in on a trip for the total solar eclipse next month, but be prepared to pay a premium or get a little creative with your itinerary. Here are some tips.