'The eagle has landed,' 53 years ago humans landed on the moon
Fifty-three years ago today on July 20, 1969 Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the Moon during the historic Apollo 11 mission.
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Pioneering NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson Dies At 101
Her story inspired countless young women to reach for the stars.
Apollo 16 Astronaut Charles Duke Chosen As 2020 Texan Of The Year
The Texas Legislative Conference has picked an Apollo 16 astronaut as the 2020 Texan of the Year.
The Small Step And Giant Leap: US Marks 50 Years After Apollo 11's Mission To Moon
A moonstruck nation celebrated the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's "giant leap" by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin at parties, races, ball games and concerts Saturday, toasting with Tang and nibbling MoonPies.
2 Remaining Apollo 11 Astronauts To Return To Launch Pad On Anniversary
Apollo 11's astronauts are returning to the exact spot from where they flew to the moon 50 years ago.
Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Special To Air On CBS
The 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 will be honored with a brand new special coming to CBS.
The Future Of Space: Private-Public Partnerships Eye Next Moon Landing
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Festivities In Texas & Around The World Mark Anniversary Of Apollo 11 Mission
There are a variety of approaches being taken around the world to remember and mark the moment 50 years ago when Neil Armstrong first stepped foot on the moon.
Apollo 11's 4th Crew Member: A Ground-Breaking, 70 Pound Computer
The Apollo 11 crew consisted of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, but there was a crucial "fourth crew member" on board: the Apollo Guidance Computer.
TIMELINE: Mission Moon, NASA's Apollo Program
NASA's Apollo space program was dedicated to putting American astronauts on the moon.
INFOGRAPHIC: Apollo 11 By The Numbers
Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin launched from Kennedy Space Center on July 16, 1969 with a mission to land on the moon.
Selfies, Memory Foam & More: Thank NASA For Today's Everyday Technology
For years, NASA has been creating technology for space that ends up enhancing our everyday lives.
Margaret Hamilton: MIT Software Pioneer Who Helped Save Apollo 11 Moon Mission
Fortunately, for Apollo 11 and all of mankind, a young, brilliant MIT software engineer saw a potentially mission-crippling error coming from nearly a million miles away.
'Dream Come True': NASA Is One Giant Leap For A Georgia Peanut Farmer
Growing up in rural Georgia, Lewis Wooten felt light years away from the long, illustrious career he has built at NASA.
PHOTOS: Apollo 11 Mission Images
On July 20, 1969, Commander Neil Armstrong announced to NASA mission control, "the Eagle has landed."
VIDEO: The Race To The Moon, USA Vs. USSR
During the Cold War, one battlefront between the USA and USSR was in the sky, as the nations fought to be first to space.
Apollo 11: 'The Eagle Has Landed'
It's Been 50 Years Since Apollo 11 Landed, But The Moon Is Still Doing Great Business
Since July 20, 1969 marketers have jumped at the chance to make a buck off the moon -- selling everything from cars and televisions, to cereal and breakfast drinks.
Americans Want Space Program To Focus On Asteroids And Robot Use
So much for walking on the moon again... a new poll says Americans would prefer that the space program focus on potential asteroid impacts, scientific research and using robots.
Neil Armstrong Memorabilia Fetches $7.5 Million At Auction
Memorabilia that belonged to the first man to set foot on the moon, Neil Armstrong, has fetched more than $7.4 million at a Dallas auction.
Buzz Aldrin Sues His Children Alleging Misuse Of His Finances
Apollo 11 moonwalker Buzz Aldrin is suing two of his children, accusing them of misusing his credit cards, transferring money from an account and slandering him by saying that he has dementia.
NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson Being Honored In Bronze
Katherine Johnson, the NASA mathematician whose calculations helped bring Apollo astronauts back to Earth, is being honored at her alma mater.
Apollo 11 Bag Laced With Moon Dust Sells For $1.8 Million
A bag containing traces of moon dust sold for $1.8 million at an auction on Thursday following a galactic court battle.
Moon Dust Heading To Auction After Galactic Court Battle
A bag containing traces of moon dust is heading to auction — surrounded by some fallout from a galactic court battle.
The Apollo 11 Capsule Is Going On Tour
The capsule that first put man on the moon is going on a road trip to four different cities.
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I-Team: Nearly 90% of elementary schools do not have an officer stationed at the school
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Dallas college installs new security features following a 2017 shooting
North Lake College in Irving might be considered one of the most high-tech campuses in North Texas — partly because of what happened five years ago.
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Churches cancel Christian day-camp as old allegations surface again
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Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
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First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
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FBI, DHS warn of threats to law enforcement after Mar-a-Lago search
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Man crashed into barrier near Capitol before shooting himself, police say
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
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Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
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H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
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Experts hearing questions about monkeypox, COVID-19 as school begins
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Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
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Doctors urging parents to get kids vaccinated before heading back to school
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American Airlines places deposit on 20 supersonic planes
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Cracker Barrel sparks uproar for plant-based sausage critics say is "woke"
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Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's 2-1 after Woodward firing
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Texas Rangers fire manager Chris Woodward
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Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
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Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula in "The Little Mermaid," dies at 95
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CBS 11 Bike To Work Week!
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Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
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March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
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