Excitement grows ahead of solar eclipse
A solar eclipse will hit North America today with millions of Americans already gearing up for the rare event.
What you need to know ahead of the solar eclipse
We are just hours away from a celestial spectacular. A total eclipse is arriving Monday, within about 140 miles of Chicago. Nate Rodgers has the story.
Sunshine returns Monday, just in time for solar eclipse!
The rainy weather and gloomy skies have started to recede in the Chicago area, just in time for Monday's solar eclipse!
Can you take a selfie with the solar eclipse?
Snapping a selfie during the total solar eclipse can be dangerous. Here's how to do it safely.
Bill Nye the Science Guy to visit Texas for total solar eclipse
Bill Nye the Science Guy, along with the Planetary Society, is holding a two-day festival in Fredericksburg in honor of the once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse on Monday.
Jeni's Ice Creams launches space-inspired flavors ahead of solar eclipse
Ever wondered what outer space tastes like? Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams has launched a new limited-time collection of flavors called Punk Stargonaut. From Nebula Berry to Super Moon, explore flavors from a distant galaxy. Pick up a pair of eclipse glasses in stores free with purchase.
Week in Review: Chicago eclipse guide • Dolton mayor controversy • Naperville Topgolf arrests
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Americans are still craving connection post-pandemic. The eclipse is creating that moment for us.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Solar eclipse forecast: Who has best chance for clear skies on April 8th
A clear sky is key to watching the April 8th total solar eclipse.
Adler Planetarium hosts Eclipse Encounter 2024
While people travel to Indianapolis and Carbondale, Illinois to see the solar eclipse in its path of totality, Chicagoans will still be in for a treat. Chicago will see 94% of the sun covered by the moon at 2:07 p.m. Monday. The eclipse starts in Chicago at 12:51 p.m. and ends at 3:22 p.m.
Safety tips for driving during the eclipse
Drivers traveling during the eclipse may not only be managing traffic on the road, but effective ways to stay safe. Here’s what you need to know.
Why the moon may be getting its own time zone, sort of
Why is time so important on the moon? NASA is aiming to send astronauts around the moon in September 2025 and land people there a year later.
Southern Illinois University hosts Crossroads Eclipse Festival
Southern Illinois University in Carbondale is going all out for this Monday's solar eclipse with a four-day festival to celebrate. The university is partnering with NASA for the Crossroads Eclipse Festival since Carbondale will be in the path of totality.
Everything you need to know about Monday's solar eclipse
Indianapolis will be in the path of totality for this Monday's solar eclipse. Brian Murphy, Director of Holcomb Observatory at Butler University breaks down what you need to know about watching the eclipse in Indianapolis and Chicago.
Reusing eclipse glasses? Here’s how to make sure they’re still safe to use
Eclipse glasses from the last eclipse still tucked away in a drawer? Here's how to check to see if they're still safe.
Eclipse 2024: How to safely take video, photos
Looking directly at the sun, even for a few seconds, without proper eyewear can cause serious damage, even if it’s through a camera lens. Here’s how to safely snag the perfect photo.
Total eclipse: Indiana declares state of emergency ahead of Monday's event
The state of Indiana has declared a state of emergency over Monday's solar eclipse and the anticipated hundreds of thousands of people expected to flock to the state. Indiana State Police Sgt. Glen Fifield joined Good Day Chicago on Friday with what they're expecting.
Hoffman Estates teacher plans epic eclipse skydiving adventure: 'I've been talking about this forever'
A teacher from Hoffman Estates has an unconventional plan to observe the upcoming solar eclipse: by skydiving.
Hoffman Estates teacher to skydive during eclipse
One teacher is planning to skydive during Monday's solar eclipse!
Six ways to safely watch the eclipse
Eclipse safety is essential. It is very unsafe to look directly at an eclipse. Luckily, there are several ways to watch the progression of the eclipse before and after totality.