Northern Illinois May See An Eclipse And The Northern Lights
Two nights, two chances to see something special. A nearly total lunar eclipse Thursday, plus a shot at the Northern Lights if the solar activity cooperates.
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Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse Will Be Visible Next Weekend In Illinois
Thursday night, the Moon over Northern Illinois will turn a deep reddish-orange color, and you won't need any special gear to watch it happen.
Perseid Meteor Showers Peaking Over Northern Illinois This Week
The Perseids peak August 12 and 13 this year, and a New Moon the same night means darker skies and better chances of catching every streak of light.
Illinois Gets A Look At Meteor Showers And 2 Eclipses In August
The Perseid meteor shower alone is worth staying up for, but this August, Illinois gets two more sky events on top of it.
The Perseid Meteor Showers Are Back In Illinois' Nighttime Skies
No moon, peak meteor activity, and a solar eclipse all landing on the same August night. That's not something you see on the calendar very often.
Bucket List Alert: The Northern Lights May Reach Illinois Tonight
Imagine stepping outside tonight and catching a glimpse of the Northern Lights right here in Illinois. It might just be more than a dream.
Total Lunar Eclipse Next Week Will Turn The Moon Blood Red
Early risers, get ready! The blood moon is on its way, and it promises to light up the sky in a stunning display.
Solar Flares Could Bring The Northern Lights To Northern Illinois
A wave of warmer weather is on the way, and with it, a chance to see something truly magical in our night sky.
The Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks Over Illinois This Weekend
Bundle up and grab a warm drink; the Geminid meteor shower is about to light up the December night sky like never before.
We May See Northern Lights Over Northern Illinois This Week
Clear skies and magnetic storms have sparked quite the spectacle lately. Get ready, because the auroras might just grace us again!