Flying drones during a solar eclipse: What you need to know

Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.

Where to find free solar eclipse glasses before April 8

Many stores and businesses are giving away free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th's total solar eclipse.

What schools are planning for the eclipse

School districts nationwide are exploring options for students to see the total solar eclipse on April 8. Here's what schools in your area are considering.

Georgetown ISD students build airplane thanks to nonprofit

Some Georgetown ISD students are building their own plane. It is part of a one-of-a-kind nonprofit encouraging students in STEM.

NASA to launch rockets into moon’s shadow during April solar eclipse

During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.

Solar eclipse 2024: Texas power grid could be impacted

The upcoming solar eclipse could impact the Texas power grid. With the sun essentially blocked out, solar generation will no doubt take a major hit, at least for a little while.

Eloping under the eclipse: Couples to get hitched during rare solar event

Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.

Solar eclipse 2024: We Are Blood asking for donations boost ahead of influx of visitors

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to come to the Austin area for April's total solar eclipse. We Are Blood is asking for more blood donations in anticipation of the influx of visitors.

Texas Space Commission launched by Gov. Abbott, other state leaders

Gov. Abbott and other state leaders officially launched the Texas Space Commission at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Huston.

FAA issues travel warning ahead of April's total solar eclipse

"Due to the high volume of traffic along the eclipse path, (airport) arrivals can expect lengthy delays during peak traffic periods," the FAA said.

See it: Satellite images show Baltimore bridge before and after collapse

Maxar satellite images show the Francis Scott Key Bridge above the Patapsco River taken before the devastating crash. Photos taken around noon on Tuesday show the container ship under parts of the collapsed bridge and the search efforts underway around the crash site.

FAA warns of impacts to air travel during Great North American Eclipse

More than 30 million Americans are estimated to live in the path of totality, with many millions more expected to travel to the 15 states where the event will be visible. The FAA highlighted airports in Dallas, Indianapolis, and Cleveland as being at risk for delays during the eclipse.

2024 total solar eclipse: Why some states have issued warnings ahead of celestial event

So far warnings were issued in Oklahoma, Ohio and Indiana, advising residents to stock up on essentials such as food, gas and prescriptions. Several more governments are on alert as well.

Solar eclipse 2024: TxDOT prepares for high traffic during celestial event

April's total solar eclipse is expected to bring masses to the Austin area. TxDOT says they are preparing for high traffic leading up to, during and after the event.

Fake safety glasses left woman with permanent eye damage during 2017 solar eclipse, doctor says

The young woman's vision was 20/20 in the right eye and 20/25 in the left before the eclipse. Within four hours of looking at the sun, she said her vision was blurry and distorted in both eyes, and the only color she could see was black.