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.

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.

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.

CT scanners unveil creepy secrets at Chicago’s Field Museum
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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
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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.

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.

Shedd Aquarium scientist talks coral bleaching and warming oceans | ChicagoLIVE
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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.

Griffin MSI offers hand-on cow eye dissection |ChicagoNOW
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry gives guests a closer look at human eyes through interactive dissection show. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Last chance to step into summer at Navy Pier?s Butterfly House
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With just two weeks left before it closes for the season, Joe Rudy shares what makes the Butterfly House magical, how to help protect butterflies, and why it?s the perfect family outing.

Unlocking the mystery behind the 'Cave of Bones'
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National Geographic Exlporer in Residence Lee Berger talks about his once-in-a-lifetime adventure and discovery detailed in his new book "Cave of Bones."

Corpse Flower expected to bloom in Milwaukee this weekend
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If you're looking to do something this weekend, you might want to think about heading to Milwaukee to see the Corpse Flower bloom.

Study suggests Chicago's 'rat hole' wasn't a rat after all
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The ?Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It?s nuttier than you think.

Chicago's viral 'rat hole' wasn't a rat after all, study suggests

The “Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It’s nuttier than you think.

Here's when you can see fall's Harvest Supermoon

This month is filled with a Supermoon and two meteor showers worth looking out for.