What to know about fake eclipse glasses

Spectators are stocking up on eclipse glasses ahead of the April aerial spectacle, but one retailer is cautioning consumers to beware of counterfeit versions of the eyewear circulating online.

Total Solar Eclipse Explained
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As we're just weeks away from the total solar eclipse, FOX 4 Meteorologist Kylie Capps has a look at what you need to know about the upcoming event.

It’s not too late to plan a trip to see the solar eclipse

It’s not too late to get in on a trip for the total solar eclipse next month, but be prepared to pay a premium or get a little creative with your itinerary. Here are some tips.

Eclipse enthusiasts flock to NTX ahead of April 8
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Millions in North Texas will be able to simply step outside and see it, but others are flying halfway around the world to see it.

Total solar eclipse enthusiasts flock to North Texas ahead of April 8

Millions in North Texas will be able to simply step outside and see it, but others are flying halfway around the world to see it.

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.

What time will the eclipse happen on April 8?

Search the list to find out when you can expect to see the total solar eclipse in your North Texas city on April 8.

2024 Eclipse: Traffic was a nightmare in 2017, TxDOT hopes to keep things moving

The 2017 solar eclipse led to several massive backups on roadways in the path of totality. TxDOT is taking steps to help keep traffic moving on April 8.

Total Solar Eclipse Timeline for North Texas
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With the total solar eclipse just weeks away, FOX 4 Meteorologist Dan Henry has a look at the timeline of events for here in North Texas.

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.

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.

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.

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.