Eclipses

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.

March 26, 2024 11:33am CDT

Total solar eclipse: How animals react to daylight turning dark

Spoiler alert: Many animals do “surprising things” during a total solar eclipse.

March 25, 2024 12:22pm CDT

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.

March 24, 2024 9:30am CDT

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.

March 23, 2024 11:14am CDT

FAA warns of impacts to air travel during Great North American Eclipse

More than 30 million Americans are estimated to live in the path of totality, with many millions more expected to travel to the 15 states where the event will be visible. The FAA highlighted airports in Dallas, Indianapolis, and Cleveland as being at risk for delays during the eclipse.

March 22, 2024 2:21pm CDT

2024 total solar eclipse: Why some states have issued warnings ahead of celestial event

So far warnings were issued in Oklahoma, Ohio and Indiana, advising residents to stock up on essentials such as food, gas and prescriptions. Several more governments are on alert as well.

March 22, 2024 1:42pm CDT

Fake safety glasses left woman with permanent eye damage during 2017 solar eclipse, doctor says

The young woman's vision was 20/20 in the right eye and 20/25 in the left before the eclipse. Within four hours of looking at the sun, she said her vision was blurry and distorted in both eyes, and the only color she could see was black.

March 18, 2024 6:51pm CDT

The April solar eclipse is one month away: What to know now

The next solar eclipse should be visible from most of the U.S. Many people have started preparing already, but many more have not. Here’s what you need to know.

March 8, 2024 1:27pm CST

Dream job alert! Get paid $10,000 to capture US solar eclipse with BFF from private helicopter

If working side-by-side with your thrill-seeking and solar eclipse enthusiast wasn't enough, your Sun-ternship also includes professional photography classes, hotel accommodation, a travel stipend and lots of swag.

February 21, 2024 10:25am CST

2024 total solar eclipse: Delta offering flights from Austin to Detroit for ‘premium viewing’

Delta flight 1218 is timed to give travelers the best chance to view the total solar eclipse at its peak.

February 19, 2024 4:45pm CST