Adler Planetarium Reopening In March, After Two-Year COVID Closure
The Plantearium closed in March 2020 at the start of the pandemic, and has yet to reopen since.
The Plantearium closed in March 2020 at the start of the pandemic, and has yet to reopen since.
Some of the best views of the brightest shining starts are in the southwest suburbs.
The Adler Planetarium said it will not be totally back to business as usual until next year.
Witnesses said a man and woman appeared to be drowning after willingly jumping into the water. A third person dove in to try to save them.
People walking along the Chicago River are being treated to a spectacular sight.
Scientists intalled a new telescope to collect more light.
A galaxy far, far away will now be clearer to see at the Adler Planetarium.
The Adler Planetarium is in the process of replacing its telescope this month, and it is no easy task.
The first image ever taken of a black hole was revealed by scientists on Wednesday, and the photo of the flaming yellow and black-colored ring has Chicago's Adler Planetarium all worked up.
The Adler Planetarium will be closed to the public due to dangerous cold temperatures Wednesday and Thursday.
Lunapalooza, a viewing party for the lunar eclipse and the expected "super blood wolf moon", will start at 8 p.m. with the eclipse set for 10:41 p.m.
Furloughed government workers can get into Chicago's Adler Planetarium for free until the government shutdown ends.
Astronaut Jim Lovell will be the recipient this week of a lifetime achievement award from Chicago's Adler Planetarium.
The planet Mars has not been this close to the planet Earth in more than a decade. Eager eyes are aimed at the heavens.
The meteor flashed across the sky around 7 p.m. Chicago time.
A man was pulled from Lake Michigan near the Adler Planetarium on Wednesday afternoon.
A total solar eclipse, one of nature's most awe-inspiring sights, will be visible across the United States on Monday.
The Adler Planetarium said Monday's eclipse is their Super Bowl, and who watches the Super Bowl alone?
The Adler Planetarium was hosting another giveaway Thursday afternoon in Grant Park.
Whether it's a pop-culture cartoon extravaganza or a virtual tour of an ancient city, Chicago's museums have something for everyone.
Chicago's Adler Planetarium is celebrating Earth Day with special programs and free admission for Illinois residents.
Chicago's Adler Planetarium recorded its highest attendance in more than two decades with attractive new exhibits and shows that take on scientific questions.
Chicago Public Schools students get a treat ahead of the first day of school. Some of the city's museums and cultural institutions are offering free admission.
Star Wars Day is May 4. Use the Force and check out the following activities in Chicago in honor of the occasion.
A century after physicist Albert Einstein predicted their existence, scientists have discovered proof of gravitational waves – ripples created in the fabric of space-time when two black holes collided more than a billion light years away from Earth.
The couple's 3-year-old son, who was home at the time, was not hurt.
It began back in World War II when a Japanese diplomat risked everything to save the lives of thousands of Jews.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
The boy was stabbed in the neck near North Dearborn Avenue and West Lake Street.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
Illinois Senate Bill 1807 looks to make "fleeing or attempting to elude" an officer by car a felony.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say the request is pretty much a non-starter.
U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-North Carolina), who chairs the House Education and Workforce Committee, said she has "grave concerns regarding Northwestern's persistent failure in addressing antisemitism."
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
The university has said protesters sleeping in tents were given fair warning before the encampment was removed, but protesters said there was no such warning.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
The Better Business Bureau warns that anyone buying an event ticket should watch out for fake ticket scams.
Financial records show Paul Croft and J.D. Frost raised about $30 million for a hydrogen plant that was supposed to be, at one point, in Indiana. It never existed, an attorney says.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The company announced Tuesday that it received a stalking horse bid to purchase its operating assets.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)"
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
It began back in World War II when a Japanese diplomat risked everything to save the lives of thousands of Jews.
Chicago Police say the boy was stabbed in the back near North Dearborn Avenue and West Lake Street.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
The victim was discovered to be pregnant and nearly full-term in April.
A 15-year-old was stabbed Sunday afternoon near Dearborn and Lake in Chicago's Loop. He was rushed to Lurie Children's Hospital in fair condition.
Now Chicago Police are searching for a group of people they say jumped the teen.
The victim was discovered to be pregnant and nearly full-term in April.
Protesters have been there for two weeks.
There will be a dry start Monday, but storms become widespread in the late-afternoon
It began back in World War II when a Japanese diplomat risked everything to save the lives of thousands of Jews.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
The village board is working on a resolution to hire Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor before her lone term as Chicago's mayor, to investigate claims Henyard has been misusing public funds.
DCFS Director Heidi Mueller was asked Thursday why some kids in the system are being held in psychiatric hospitals longer than medically necessary.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
Mike Clevinger combined with three relievers on a four-hitter, and the Chicago White Sox topped the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 on Saturday night for their season-high fourth consecutive victory.
Paul Skenes struck out seven over four-plus innings in his major league debut and Yasmani Grandal hit a go-ahead three-run homer as the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Chicago Cubs 10-9 on Saturday.
The last team to draw that many free passes with runners at every base in one inning was the Chicago White Sox in 1959.
Taking advantage of a costly error on second baseman Gabriel Arias, the Sox improved to 8-6 since their ugly 3-22 start.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
It was unclear late Friday if the two burglaries are related. But restaurant owner Billy Alvarez said there have been one too many.
Illinois Senate Bill 1807 looks to make "fleeing or attempting to elude" an officer by car a felony.
The victim was walking around 7 a.m. when an unknown offender shot him in the chest, Chicago police said. He was taken to Loyola Hospital, where he died.
The employees on the scene were not injured, UIC police said.