Solar eclipse countdown underway across the country
More than 31 million people, from Texas to Maine, will be in a prime location to witness a total solar eclipse. In Chicago, we'll still be able to see a partial eclipse. The eclipse will occur at different times in each state on Monday.
Solar eclipse 2024 food deals and freebies that can’t be overshadowed
The total solar eclipse is taking place on April 8, 2024, and businesses are celebrating the rare celestial event with food deals and freebies.
New York inmates sue to watch solar eclipse after state enacts prison lock downs
New York inmates are filing a lawsuit against the state corrections department for implementing lockdowns in prisons during the upcoming total solar eclipse on Monday.
Eclipse viewers camping out in strangers? backyards to get a glimpse
People from Texas to Vermont are preparing for next week?s eclipse, and they?re about to get a whole lot of company.
States prepare extravagant celebrations for upcoming solar eclipse
We're now just a week away from the solar eclipse, and lots of states are pulling out all the stops to make sure everyone can enjoy. Alexis McAdams takes a look at some of the biggest party plans around the country.
Why you should bring a colander to watch the solar eclipse
The Great North American Eclipse will happen on April 8, 2024 and something in your kitchen could help you make the most it.
16 of the coolest places to watch the solar eclipse
From the adrenaline junkies to the science fanatics to the hopeless romantics, there’s something for everyone this total solar eclipse.
What an eclipse looks like from space, and why you should see one (from Earth)
Would you rather see an eclipse from space or from here on Earth? Here’s the perspective of one of the few human beings who has done both.
How to get the best view of the solar eclipse
Where will the eclipse be in the sky? Here are some tips, tricks, and tools to help you figure it out ahead of time so you can get the best view.
Solar eclipse countdown: What to know with 1 week to go
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 is now just a few days away. Millions of people will be able to step outside and see a very rare spectacle: The moon moving in front of the sun, either partially or completely blocking its light.
Eclipses of the past were calamitous, not celebratory
The word "eclipse" comes from the Latin word "eclipsis," which is derived from the Greek "ekleipsis,” which actually means "abandonment" or "a forsaking.”
Flying drones during a solar eclipse: What you need to know
Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.
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.
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.
IDOT: Expect heavy traffic for solar eclipse
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.