Largest solar flare in 6 years leads to problems with radio communications with planes
Thursday’s solar flare is not only the largest of the current solar cycle but also the largest since Sept. 10, 2017, officials say.
Yuletide owl found roosting in Kentucky family's Christmas tree for days before being found
The bird's home was disturbed when the family went on their yearly hunt for the perfect tree.
Scientists pinpoint cause of morning sickness in pregnancy and potential way to prevent it
The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.
‘The feeling was magical’: Fishermen spot hundreds of dolphins leaping through English channel
We saw huge amounts of dolphins jumping, chasing and swimming together, and before we knew it, we were in the middle of the pod,” Jake Davidson recalled.
Glendale Kletzsch Park fish passage open to native species
A fish passage built along the Milwaukee River in Glendale's Kletzsch Park is now open to help native fish, especially those trying to breed, move upstream.
Massive skull of ancient 'sea monster' discovered in England
After investigating the remains, paleontologists learned that the pliosaur, a prehistoric monster, roamed the planet over 100 million years ago.
The Geminid meteor shower will peak this week. Here’s how to watch
Stargazers can catch the aerial display when it peaks on Dec. 13.
Florida bill would make it legal to kill bears on your property in self-defense
A bill that will be discussed in the state legislature Tuesday would allow people to shoot bears on their property if it's in self-defense.
Massive 52-foot fin whale washes up on San Diego's Pacific Beach
“We thought it was a tarp from out in the water, but eventually we realized it was a whale and I’ve never seen anything like it," a local surfer told FOX 5 San Diego.
Astronaut celebrates Hanukkah from International Space Station with zero-gravity dreidel
An astronaut spending the holidays aboard the International Space Station shared a sweet Hanukkah message from 250 miles above Earth.
Winter solstice 2023: When is it and what to know
For people who live in the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice marks the beginning of astronomical winter and the shortest day of the year.
Rare eclipse will be visible to some Florida residents when bright star Betelgeuse momentarily vanishes
One of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Milwaukee County Zoo introduces giraffe; get to know Kendi
The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the arrival of a new giraffe, Kendi. He arrived from the Dallas Zoo in October.
SpaceX prepares for Falcon Heavy launch of DoD spaceplane this weekend
The X-37B spaceplane will launch Sunday from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The launch time is not public, but when the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launches, residents in Florida will hear it.
Sea otter pup found alone in Alaska has new home at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium
An 8-week-old arrival from Alaska chirps loudly before devouring ice chips in the nursery at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium.
Wisconsin state park, forest annual admission stickers on sale
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources recommends purchasing stickers by Friday, Dec. 8 to receive them before the holidays.
Rare blonde raccoon becomes frequent visitor at Iowa home
A unique and rarely seen blonde raccoon has become a frequent guest for one Iowa homeowner.
More than 200 turtles rescued, treated for hypothermia at New England aquarium
November marks the beginning of stranding season for sea turtles due to rapidly changing water temperatures and wind patterns.
Woman killed in shark attack off Mexico's Pacific coast
The 26-year-old mom was swimming with her daughter and boosted her aboard a floating platform when the shark bit the woman.
Wisconsin flamingos inspire Oconomowoc author to write children's book
An Oconomowoc woman was inspired to write a children's book, after at least five pink flamingos flocked to Port Washington back in September.