Mars and Jupiter to appear closest in a decade during rare celestial conjunction
Mars and Jupiter are set to appear closer than they have in a decade during a rare planetary conjunction on Wednesday.
Mars and Jupiter are set to appear closer than they have in a decade during a rare planetary conjunction on Wednesday.
Polaris Dawn, first private spacewalk mission, sets launch date with SpaceX
Four crew members will spend about five days in orbit and conduct the first commercial spacewalk at 430 miles above Earth.
Four crew members will spend about five days in orbit and conduct the first commercial spacewalk at 430 miles above Earth.
Alligator spotted swimming in Lake Erie, prompting search
A search is ongoing for an alligator seen last weekend as officials investigate how the reptile ended up in the lake.
A search is ongoing for an alligator seen last weekend as officials investigate how the reptile ended up in the lake.
Orca nearly struck by boat, Puget Sound boater fined
A Bellingham boater was caught on camera driving through a pod of killer whales, and nearly striking an orca within moments of it leaping out of the water.
A Bellingham boater was caught on camera driving through a pod of killer whales, and nearly striking an orca within moments of it leaping out of the water.
NASA: Astronauts waiting to come home might hitch ride with SpaceX crew
Two NASA astronauts who were supposed to return to Earth in mid-June may have to extend their stay for another six months and hitch a ride aboard a SpaceX spacecraft if issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule continue.
Two NASA astronauts who were supposed to return to Earth in mid-June may have to extend their stay for another six months and hitch a ride aboard a SpaceX spacecraft if issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule continue.
Perseid meteor shower: Viewing conditions promise good show for best meteor shower of 2024
The Moon will be about 44% full this year for the Perseids peak, offering a better chance to spot meteors. Many regions of the U.S. will have a clear sky to watch the meteor shower.
The Moon will be about 44% full this year for the Perseids peak, offering a better chance to spot meteors. Many regions of the U.S. will have a clear sky to watch the meteor shower.
Explosion at Yellowstone may have formed new geyser: here's how
The explosion at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit Basin area in July is not as uncommon as you may think as one expert weighs in on if the incident possibly formed a geyser.
The explosion at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit Basin area in July is not as uncommon as you may think as one expert weighs in on if the incident possibly formed a geyser.
Earth's days are getting longer, science explains why
New research reveals that Earth's days are gradually getting longer, and scientists explain the various factors behind this change. Discover how tectonic shifts, inner core dynamics, and climate change contribute to the lengthening of our days and what this means for our future.
New research reveals that Earth's days are gradually getting longer, and scientists explain the various factors behind this change. Discover how tectonic shifts, inner core dynamics, and climate change contribute to the lengthening of our days and what this means for our future.
Drone video shows humpback whale swimming with no tail in Salish Sea
A humpback whale missing its tail has been spotted in Washington's Salish Sea.
A humpback whale missing its tail has been spotted in Washington's Salish Sea.
Saving Wildlife: The Orangutan
Woodland Park Zoo?s Impact Beyond its Borders - The Orangutan. Hosted by FOX 13's Matthew Smith.
Woodland Park Zoo?s Impact Beyond its Borders - The Orangutan. Hosted by FOX 13's Matthew Smith.
Drone video shows humpback whale swimming with no tail in Washington state
A humpback whale missing its tail has been spotted in Washington state?s Salish Sea. Experts say the whale likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear. (Video credit THE WHALE MUSEUM/NMFS PERMIT #24359 via AP)
A humpback whale missing its tail has been spotted in Washington state?s Salish Sea. Experts say the whale likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear. (Video credit THE WHALE MUSEUM/NMFS PERMIT #24359 via AP)
Rare albino alligator hatches in Florida: 'Estimated 100 to 200 in the world'
A rare albino alligator has hatched from a successful breeding program in Florida.
A rare albino alligator has hatched from a successful breeding program in Florida.
August celestial events: Why the first week of August is a good time for stargazing
Discover why the first week of August is ideal for stargazing. Explore the new Moon, the Perseid meteor shower, and other celestial events that make this month perfect for skywatching.
Discover why the first week of August is ideal for stargazing. Explore the new Moon, the Perseid meteor shower, and other celestial events that make this month perfect for skywatching.
What is 'zombie deer' brain disease and how did it end up in WA?
Washington's first case of chronic wasting disease, also called "zombie deer disease," has been confirmed in a white-tailed deer.
Washington's first case of chronic wasting disease, also called "zombie deer disease," has been confirmed in a white-tailed deer.
Here's how radioactive rhino horns could save animals, deter poaching
Researchers injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos as part of an effort to stop poaching.
Researchers injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos as part of an effort to stop poaching.
Rare 'cotton candy' lobster caught in New England: '1 in 100 million'
The incredibly rare lobster was caught off the coast of New Hampshire and Maine. Here's what makes it so special.
The incredibly rare lobster was caught off the coast of New Hampshire and Maine. Here's what makes it so special.
Geomagnetic storm watch extended; chances for northern lights in Seattle
Under the best conditions, the northern lights could be visible as far south as Washington and Oregon. Here's the best chance to see them.
Under the best conditions, the northern lights could be visible as far south as Washington and Oregon. Here's the best chance to see them.
Calgary Zoo polar bear drowns after rough play incident
A necropsy has confirmed that a polar bear at the Calgary Zoo died after rough playing with another polar bear.
A necropsy has confirmed that a polar bear at the Calgary Zoo died after rough playing with another polar bear.
Fisherman arrested after catching 14 oversized fish: 'Caught red-handed'
Authorities had received tips about the angler not releasing catches from his boat while he fished off of the coast.
Authorities had received tips about the angler not releasing catches from his boat while he fished off of the coast.
Study: Wildfire smoke may be worse for your brain than other air pollution
Research shows wildfire smoke significantly raises dementia risk, with a 21% increase per 1 microgram of PM2.5, compared to other air pollution.
Research shows wildfire smoke significantly raises dementia risk, with a 21% increase per 1 microgram of PM2.5, compared to other air pollution.