Griffin Museum of Science and Industry launches after-hours “Thrift Lab” event
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The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is introducing a new after-hours experience called Thrift Lab featuring the Lillstreet Art Center community, with hands-on demonstrations and sustainable fashion tips.

CDC reports spike in tick bites across Midwest as experts warn of health risks
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Health officials say emergency room visits for tick bites are rising earlier than usual, prompting warnings about Lyme disease and tips on prevention, removal, and protecting pets.

Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say

Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.

Morton Arboretum celebrates Arbor Day with annual plant sale and gardening tips
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The Morton Arboretum previews its Arbor Day plant sale, highlighting seasonal plant offerings, gardening trends, and how the event supports its conservation mission.

Osprey attempts to steal fish from bald eagle

A man captured rare footage of an osprey attempting to scavenge a fish from a bald eagle on a lake in British Columbia.

Look up tonight as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks - How to see the celestial show

Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night. How to see the celestial show

Northern lights may be visible in nearly 20 states tonight: See where

Stargazers could be in for a celestial treat Friday night and early Saturday: the northern lights may be visible in nearly 20 states.

Avi Loeb: New UAP videos expected from White House, key evidence may stay classified | ChicagoLIVE
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The White House is preparing to release new UAP videos as lawmakers push for transparency. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb says he is hosting Rep. Anna Paulina Luna for a broader discussion on the issue.

Watch: NASA Artemis II crew talks historic moon mission

NASA's Artemis II astronauts held a press conference on Thursday afternoon, April 16, to talk about their historic mission to the far side of the moon – becoming the first humans ever to see that side of the moon. 

Piping plovers return to Montrose Beach for mating season
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Chicago’s famous piping plovers are back at Montrose Beach, with returning birds like Imani and Pippin hoping to find mates and start new nests this season.

Artemis astronauts give first public remarks after moon flyby mission: Here's what they said

The crew of Artemis II received a rousing ‘welcome home’ as they offered their first comments since returning to Earth after the longest trip any human has ever made.