NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program

The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.

• May 30

A look at lunar rovers for NASA

Despite the Blue Origin explosion setback for NASA this week, its plan to return to the moon took a giant leap forward, ordering rovers for its planned lunar base. Kris Van Cleave has more details.

• May 30

Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion

Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.

• May 29

Blue Origin searches for answers after explosion

Blue Origin suffered a significant setback on Thursday night when one of its rockets exploded on the launch pad. The massive fireball could be seen for miles. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins to assess what's next.

• May 29

Bezos on huge Blue Origin rocket explosion

A Blue Origin rocket exploded during testing before a June launch, a potential setback for NASA as the U.S. plans advancements on the moon. Franklin Institute chief astronomer Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with analysis and more on Jeff Bezos' reaction.

• May 29

NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin​, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.

• May 26

NASA planning 3 moon missions this year

NASA is planning three new moon missions this year as the race to build a lunar city takes shape. NASA officials are hoping to maintain a presence on the south pole of the lunar surface. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.

• May 26

SpaceX launches revamped Super Heavy-Starship

SpaceX launched its revamped Super Heavy-Starship rocket on Friday, with some minor issues during the test, ahead of the company's highly anticipated initial public offering.

• May 23

CBS News Radio clips of fame

CBS News Radio is shutting down on Friday after nearly 100 years on the air. In this marathon, Major Garrett ventures into the archives to feature memorable moments from the American institution's storied history.

• May 22

SpaceX launches upgraded Starship rocket

SpaceX on Friday pulled off a test launch of its latest Starship megarocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.

• May 22

What we know about new UFO file release

The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.

• May 22

SpaceX scrubs launch of new Starship rocket

SpaceX has scrubbed a Thursday test launch of the latest version of its Starship rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.

• May 21

SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station

The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.

• May 15

CBS News Radio: Space Shuttle Columbia disaster

On Feb. 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated upon reentering Earth's atmosphere, killing all seven crew members on board. Major Garrett introduces CBS News Radio's coverage from that day.

• May 15

NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night

Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.

• May 15

NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid

NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.

• May 14

UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972

NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.

• May 8

Who is winning the U.S.-China space race?

China is gearing up for its space missions after the U.S. successfully launched the Artemis II crew to the moon. R. Lincoln Hines, an assistant professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, joins CBS News with more.

• May 5

Highlights of Artemis astronauts' town hall

Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen shared details about their historic trip around the moon, including funny moments, during a CBS News town hall. The astronauts were also joined by "Apollo 13" director Ron Howard. Here are a few highlights.

• May 1

A Town Hall with the Artemis Astronauts

Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen join "CBS Mornings" for a special live town hall where they share details about their historic moon mission and take questions from students, the next generation of space explorers.

• May 1

Up next for NASA after Artemis II mission

The Artemis II crew visited CBS News to discuss their historic mission to the moon. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Janna Levin discuss what's next for NASA in space.

• May 1

Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission

Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.

• May 1

Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift

The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.

• May 1

Astronaut on broken toilet, space showers

Artemis astronaut Christina Koch explained the crew's broken toilet troubles and why she thinks showers in space "are great." The crew appeared on "CBS Mornings" for a CBS News town hall.

• May 1

Artemis crew's surprise, true or false quiz

The Artemis II crew surprised a 5-year-old boy space enthusiast and answered "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King's true or false questions about burping in space and whether you become taller in space. The crew appeared for a CBS News town hall "Artemis II: A Celebration of Heroes."

• May 1

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