NTX school district plans for total solar eclipse
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FOX 4 took a sampling of districts large and small to see how they are approaching the eclipse. Decisions are split about whether parents can sign in as visitors or whether or not an absence to view the eclipse as a family will be excused. Here are their responses.

Here's how North Texas school districts are handling the total solar eclipse

FOX 4 took a sampling of districts large and small to see how they are approaching the eclipse. Decisions are split about whether parents can sign in as visitors or whether or not an absence to view the eclipse as a family will be excused. Here are their responses.

Ennis brings in extra resources for total eclipse
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In less than three weeks, Ennis, Texas, will be the center of attention for April 8?s highly anticipated total solar eclipse. The Ellis County city lies in the direct path of totality.

City of Ennis brings in extra resources ahead of April 8 total solar eclipse

In less than three weeks, Ennis, Texas, will be the center of attention for April 8’s highly anticipated total solar eclipse. The Ellis County city lies in the direct path of totality.

2024 Eclipse: Oklahoma National Guard called to help with crowds

Members of the Oklahoma National Guard have been called to an area near the Oklahoma-Texas border to help with thousands of tourists expected to watch the solar eclipse on April 8.

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.

Dallas hosting three-day solar eclipse festival
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A park in Dallas County will be near the center of totality for next month's total solar eclipse and at the center of a three-day festival.

2024 Eclipse: City of Dallas hosting three-day solar eclipse festival

A park in Dallas County will be near the center of totality for next month's total solar eclipse and at the center of a three-day festival.

Solar eclipse 2024: Why wearing red or green could enhance your solar eclipse experience

Choosing the right colors to wear won’t just be about looking good – there’s a science behind the reason why experts say you should think about wearing red or green.

What are the chances of a cloudy solar eclipse?
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Dan Henry looks at the typical cloud coverage for April and the probability of a cloudy day on April 8, according to sky condition climatology.

What will the weather be like for the solar eclipse?
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Watch parties are being planned across North Texas for the eclipse. A huge factor that day will be the weather. FOX 4 Weather Meteorologist Dan Henry takes a closer look at the path of totality and talks about weather predictions.

The April solar eclipse is one month away: What to know now

The next solar eclipse should be visible from most of the U.S. Many people have started preparing already, but many more have not. Here’s what you need to know.

How the 2024 eclipse differs from the one in 2017
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Next month, people across the United States and especially here in North Texas will see the moon slowly move in front of the sun, briefly turning day into night. NASA mission scientist Nicholeen Viall joined Good Day to talk about what makes this eclipse especial and how it will be different from the one in 2017.

Eclipse 2024: How you can win a window seat on a charter jet to watch it

The Great North American Solar Eclipse is a month away, and you could win a window seat for a special flight to see the amazing event.

How to know if solar eclipse glasses are safe
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FOX 4 consumer reporter Steve Noviello is on your side with the best way to make sure your eclipse viewing glasses are the real deal.

What to look for when buying solar eclipse glasses

While all eyes will be on the sky for April’s total eclipse of the sun, your real focus should be on protecting your eyes.

Students learn about eclipses at UTA Planetarium
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Many people here will never see anything quite like it again, and it is an incredible learning opportunity for children.