Eclipse tourists faced heavy traffic and long delays driving home
Some eclipse tourists said trips took twice as long as they normally would require, adding hours of travel time to return home.
Some eclipse tourists said trips took twice as long as they normally would require, adding hours of travel time to return home.
NASA flight engineers managed to photograph and videotape the moon's shadow on Earth about 260 miles below them.
"Every now and then it hits the charts," she wrote.
"It seemed like I could never come up with anything else so special to propose to her," Neil Albstein said.
A total solar eclipse darkened skies across the U.S. Tens of millions witnessed it in the "path of totality."
During the eclipse, zoo animals across the U.S. displayed some unique behaviors, such as acting as they usually do at night.
See amazing images of the April 8, 2024 eclipse in Mexico, the U.S. and Canada.
Did you hurt your eyes by looking at the solar eclipse without glasses? Here are signs of sun damage.
NASA says there are several radiation myths connected to the eclipse.
Bill Nye the Science Guy encouraged people to take in their surroundings, saying the eclipse is a great shared experience.
Experts warn against pointing your phone's camera directly at the sun. Here are a few tricks for photographing the solar eclipse — or snapping a selfie.
Why is looking at the solar eclipse dangerous? Eye doctors explain why you need to wear special glasses for protection — and what happens if you don't.
The next solar eclipses where parts of North America will experience totality won't be until 2044 and 2045.
The 2024 solar eclipse fascinated millions across the U.S. — and those in the "path of totality" got to experience a few minutes of darkness during its daytime peak.
How often do total solar eclipses, like the one on April 8, occur? It was the first in the U.S. since 2017, and the nation won't get another until 2044.
The moon will shroud parts of North America in darkness when the total solar eclipse happens today, April 8. Here's what causes the phenomenon and why.
Can't find solar eclipse glasses? Here's how to make a pinhole camera viewer using a cereal box.
Total solar eclipses are rare. This list shows the history of the phenomenon in the United States.
Monday's total eclipse of the sun will be viewable across a swath of 13 states. Learn what happens during an eclipse, and about preparations in one Arkansas town that is expected to double in size due to eclipse tourism traffic.
When the last total solar eclipse cast darkness across the U.S. in 2017, people across the country were captivated by the show.
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse could check out maps showing the path of totality.
The 2024 total solar eclipse is today. Here's how to check your solar glasses and tell if they're safe to use.
Meteorologists now feel increasingly confident in models that show some parts of the country looking golden for the eclipse on Monday, April 8. Other parts of the country, though, may end up in a cloudy bust.
The total eclipse on April 8 will bring an economic boom to cities and towns in more than 12 states, from Texas to Vermont.
High demand for hotels, flights and cars in towns along the path of totality means "kooky crazy" prices, says one eclipse chaser.
China hails its lunar probe mission as a success after unfurling a Chinese flag on the far side of the moon and collecting rock and soil samples.
A new report says pollution is a greater global health threat than war, terrorism, addiction or disease. According to data from a coalition of researchers, pollution was responsible for 8.8 million premature deaths between 2015 and 2022. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to unpack the findings.
The British journalist and author of "Midnight in Chernobyl" returns with his exhaustively-researched new book about the 1986 space shuttle disaster.
A recent study from the University of Washington suggests that rising summer temperatures threaten triploid oysters, specifically bred in the 1970s to be more resilient to harsher environments. Despite that, researchers found that triploids die nearly 2.5 times faster than other oysters when under heat stress. Neil Thompson, geneticist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
The New Caledonian fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, has more than 50 times more DNA packed into the nucleus of its cells than humans do.
Can the climate crisis be won as temperatures soar, oceans rise and air quality deteriorates? Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer thinks it can. The climate investor joins "America Decides" to discuss his new book "Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We'll Win the Climate War."
The spread of an avian flu virus in cattle has again brought public health attention to the potential for a global pandemic. Fighting it would depend, for now, on 1940s technology that makes vaccines from hens' eggs.
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
One million species worldwide are threatened with extinction, according to the United Nations. One of the reasons is climate change. As dire as it sounds, there are many communities working to protect the Earth and those threatened species.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released new 2024 weather outlooks for the summer. CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans breaks down how the predictions may be connected to climate change.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water from cyberattacks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to discuss.
In California, we learn how the site of past environmental disasters could be a key to America's clean energy future. Then in Florida, we explore restoration efforts to reverse years of devastation in the Everglades. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
Trump lawyer Todd Blanche filed a motion requesting that the gag order on the former president in the "hush money" trial be lifted.
Despite being down to two operational gyroscopes, Hubble is still expected to operate well into the 2030s, NASA said.
The Arizona Legislature approved a proposal to ask voters to make it a state crime for noncitizens to enter the state through Mexico at any location other than a port of entry.
FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application.
Ikea says it's the first brand to launch paid work on the gaming platform to "showcase how we do careers differently."
Viatina-19 belongs to the Nelore breed, which is raised for meat, not milk, and makes up most of Brazil's stock.
Ikea says it's the first brand to launch paid work on the gaming platform to "showcase how we do careers differently."
AT&T earlier Tuesday confirmed a nationwide issue preventing calls from going through had affected customers across the U.S.
Lack of easy-to-find charging stations continues to be a major reason why many adults do not purchase electric vehicles.
Keith Gill, a financial analyst turned influencer, has helped turn GameStop into a stock market phenomenon. Here's what to know.
Trump lawyer Todd Blanche filed a motion requesting that the gag order on the former president in the "hush money" trial be lifted.
Despite his ongoing bribery trial, Sen. Bob Menendez told CBS New York this week that he plans to run for reelection as an independent.
The Arizona Legislature approved a proposal to ask voters to make it a state crime for noncitizens to enter the state through Mexico at any location other than a port of entry.
Lack of easy-to-find charging stations continues to be a major reason why many adults do not purchase electric vehicles.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Maj. Harrison Mann explained his decision to resign from the military.
Halsey said she's "lucky to be alive" in an Instagram post featuring "The End," the first track off her next album.
FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application.
While the U.S. has 22 maternal deaths for every 100,000 live births, Norway has zero, according to a new report from the Commonwealth Fund.
Recall involves Wegmans Italian Classics Uncured Pepperoni sold at regional grocery chain's stores in eight states.
Texas radio host Ryan Hamilton believes confusion over state laws caused unnecessary and painful delays as doctors navigated how to treat his wife's incomplete miscarriage.
Viatina-19 belongs to the Nelore breed, which is raised for meat, not milk, and makes up most of Brazil's stock.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Maj. Harrison Mann explained his decision to resign from the military.
The House passed a Republican-backed bill that would punish the International Criminal Court over the decision to seek the arrests of top Israeli officials.
Craig Austin Lang faces a maximum penalty of life in prison after an "international crime spree."
Several songs from "Willy's Candy Spectacular" have been released ahead of the premiere of the parody musical – including one featuring John Stamos.
Halsey said she's "lucky to be alive" in an Instagram post featuring "The End," the first track off her next album.
Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin shared a first look on Tuesday at their new reality series, tentatively titled "The Baldwins," about their marriage and seven kids.
Several songs from "Willy's Candy Spectacular" have been released ahead of the premiere of the parody musical – including one featuring John Stamos.
The awards honor fan favorites across more than 30 categories. See the full list of nominees.
Actor Dakota Fanning talks about taking on a new role, starring in her first horror movie as an adult. In "The Watchers," she plays Mina, a 28-year-old artist who becomes trapped in an Irish forest with three strangers, and they're stalked by mysterious creatures.
The law requires car manufacturers to install rear seat reminder alerts in new passenger cars by 2025. The government is weighing whether to go beyond that mandate to require occupant detection technology.
Many newer vehicles have built-in technology that is meant to remind drivers that a child is in the back seat of a car, which can be deadly on a hot day. But a Louisiana family warns the technology isn't good enough to prevent a tragedy. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Qurairshi reports.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Last week, Ticketmaster confirmed it was hacked. The group claiming to be behind the breach said it stole the data of some 560 million customers and offered to sell those details for half a million dollars on the dark web. CBS News reporter Zak Hudak has more.
A CBS News analysis found the sham news websites published dozens of false claims over the past two weeks alone.
China hails its lunar probe mission as a success after unfurling a Chinese flag on the far side of the moon and collecting rock and soil samples.
A new report says pollution is a greater global health threat than war, terrorism, addiction or disease. According to data from a coalition of researchers, pollution was responsible for 8.8 million premature deaths between 2015 and 2022. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to unpack the findings.
The British journalist and author of "Midnight in Chernobyl" returns with his exhaustively-researched new book about the 1986 space shuttle disaster.
A recent study from the University of Washington suggests that rising summer temperatures threaten triploid oysters, specifically bred in the 1970s to be more resilient to harsher environments. Despite that, researchers found that triploids die nearly 2.5 times faster than other oysters when under heat stress. Neil Thompson, geneticist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
The New Caledonian fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, has more than 50 times more DNA packed into the nucleus of its cells than humans do.
A new murder charge is expected against Rex Heuermann, the suspect in the Gilgo Beach murders, sources tell CBS News. Details about the charge have not been released. Errol Barnett has more.
Craig Austin Lang faces a maximum penalty of life in prison after an "international crime spree."
Witnesses for the prosecution are beginning to testify in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial. President Biden's son faces charges for lying about his drug consumption while purchasing a gun. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Almost 2 decades after being convicted of murdering her roommate, Amanda Knox says she's heading back to court to clear her name "once and for all."
Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann is expected to be charged in connection with a fifth killing, sources said. Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to killing four of the 11 women whose remains were found on Long Island's Gilgo Beach more than a decade ago. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
Despite being down to two operational gyroscopes, Hubble is still expected to operate well into the 2030s, NASA said.
China hails its lunar probe mission as a success after unfurling a Chinese flag on the far side of the moon and collecting rock and soil samples.
You may have heard that six planets were set to align in a rare "parade of planets" this morning. Experts say it wasn't the "spectacular celestial event" you were promised – and shared when you should really watch.
The spacecraft, part of the Chang'e moon exploration program, will collect soil and rock samples.
The second attempt to send Boeing's Starliner crew capsule into orbit was canceled just minutes before it was set to launch on Saturday.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
A group of mentors who work with students in the New York City public school system, the largest in the nation and one in which 70% of students are from low-income households, was honored with a red carpet and award ceremony.
A Texas radio host says his wife suffered a devastating miscarriage that could have killed her due to Texas' abortion restrictions. He shared the story with Omar Villafranca.
Last week, the University of the Arts in Philadelphia announced it would permanently shut down on Friday. It marks the latest closure among smaller arts and liberal arts schools. CBS News reporter Zak Hudak examines why the closures are happening.
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, admitted he's guilty of stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodgers superstar to pay gambling debts. Major League Baseball also announced disciplinary action against several other players, including a permanent ban for San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano, for gambling violations. Carter Evans reports.
Western states from California to Texas could see dangerous and record-breaking heat this week. Paul Heggen, chief meteorologist for CBS Bay Area, has the forecast.