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.
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.
Rare star explosion could be ‘once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity’
According to NASA, the nova explosion only occurs about every 80 years.
According to NASA, the nova explosion only occurs about every 80 years.
Ennis brings in extra resources for total 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.
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.
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.
Fort Worth science teacher conducts her students' experiments in zero-gravity aircraft
A Fort Worth Academy instructor was one of eight teachers nationwide selected for a unique space-simulated opportunity. She went aboard the zero-gravity G-Force One Aircraft in Florida and took along experiments designed by her students. She got to test the students’ theories in zero gravity.
A Fort Worth Academy instructor was one of eight teachers nationwide selected for a unique space-simulated opportunity. She went aboard the zero-gravity G-Force One Aircraft in Florida and took along experiments designed by her students. She got to test the students’ theories in zero gravity.
Japan sent drones deep inside Fukushima; here's what they saw
Miniature drone images from deep within a severely damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant reveal displaced control equipment and distorted materials.
Miniature drone images from deep within a severely damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant reveal displaced control equipment and distorted materials.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Scientists find these 5 Taylor Swift songs created biggest 'SwiftQuakes' at one concert
Taylor Swift sent shockwaves around the world in multiple ways with her devoted fans and packed Eras concert tour venues. She also has been setting off so-called SwiftQuakes and now scientists know why.
Taylor Swift sent shockwaves around the world in multiple ways with her devoted fans and packed Eras concert tour venues. She also has been setting off so-called SwiftQuakes and now scientists know why.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray captivates fans waiting for rare birth
Charlotte the stingray, who became pregnant in a North Carolina aquarium despite having no male to mate with, continues to captivate fans as they await her extremely rare delivery.
Charlotte the stingray, who became pregnant in a North Carolina aquarium despite having no male to mate with, continues to captivate fans as they await her extremely rare delivery.
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.
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.
Spring 2024 starts Tuesday: What to know about the vernal equinox
The spring equinox is almost here. In the U.S., get ready for earlier sunrises and later sunsets until the summer solstice in June.
The spring equinox is almost here. In the U.S., get ready for earlier sunrises and later sunsets until the summer solstice in June.
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739: The 62-year-old aviation mystery many have never heard of
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 disappeared 62 years ago, resulting in the loss of nearly 100 U.S. Army soldiers.
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 disappeared 62 years ago, resulting in the loss of nearly 100 U.S. Army soldiers.
The world’s largest ‘dark sky sanctuary’ is now in this US state
An area in the United States that is about one-half the size of New Jersey has become the largest dark sky sanctuary in the world.
An area in the United States that is about one-half the size of New Jersey has become the largest dark sky sanctuary in the world.
Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans
A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.
A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.
SpaceX cleared for third Starship test flight from Texas
Space fans are preparing for the excitement of yet another SpaceX Starship Super Heavy test flight from East Texas.
Space fans are preparing for the excitement of yet another SpaceX Starship Super Heavy test flight from East Texas.
'Devil comet' could become visible to the naked eye this month
Stargazers should check the sky to get a glimpse of 12PPons-Brooks which is heading toward its closest approach to the sun on its 71-year orbit.
Stargazers should check the sky to get a glimpse of 12PPons-Brooks which is heading toward its closest approach to the sun on its 71-year orbit.
Watch: Wildlife rehabber wears fox mask to feed rescued kit
Adorable video from a Virginia wildlife rescue center shows just how hard they work to make sure wild animals don't associate humans with food.
Adorable video from a Virginia wildlife rescue center shows just how hard they work to make sure wild animals don't associate humans with food.