Solar flares directed at Earth through Election Day create geomagnetic storm potential

Geomagnetic storming of this magnitude is common on NOAA’s 5-level scale. However, several sunspot regions on the Sun are likely to continue blasting out solar flares with possible Earth-directed components.

More northern lights could come as sun hits solar maximum, NASA says

The northern lights may put on a dazzling display over the next couple of years as the sun enters its solar maximum, a period of heightened activity that occurs about every 11 years.

See the most terrifying displays in our galaxy from NASA

The "Galaxy of Horrors" is an array of vintage-style horror movie-themed posters to show us what nightmares exist in space.

'Halloween comet' breaks apart after nearing sun

Scientists called this comet a true "sungrazer" because it passed within 1% of Earth's distance to the Sun.

NASA astronaut released from hospital after 'medical issue' during splashdown

The SpaceX Dragon crew members completed a 235-day mission, 232 days of which were spent aboard the International Space Station conducting scientific research.

Time is running out to see Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS before it disappears for possibly forever

The comet made its first documented pass by Earth this month and is likely to disappear from our night sky for 80,000 years -- that is, if it survives its voyage around the solar system.

Trio of meteor showers to light up night sky in November

The Leonids and Southern and Northern Taurids meteor showers each reach their peaks sometime throughout November.

Microbial life may exist in Martian frozen water pools, study finds

Although evidence of life on Mars hasn’t yet been discovered during any of NASA's robotic missions, scientists believe it could be a different story in small pools of water under the surface.

Photos: Hunter's Moon shines brightest Thursday night in Supermoon spectacular

A Supermoon is gracing our skies on Thursday night, and it's going to be a showstopper. The Hunter's Moon, the largest full moon of the year, will shine brightest after sunset.

NASA's effort to study Jupiter's moon Europa
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Europa Clipper Navigation Engineer Sarah Elizabeth McCandless joins FOX 9 All Day to chat about NASA's efforts to explore Jupiter's moon Europa for signs of life.

Rare comet lights up the sky, won't return for 80,000 years

A rare comet that won’t be seen for another 80,000 years is visible in the night sky through part of October.

How to see Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas
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Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas has been visible just after sunset in Minnesota and elsewhere. FOX 9's Cody Matz shares tips on how to see this once-in-80,000-year sight.

Comet soars across sky on Oct. 14
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A recently discovered comet was visible to the naked eye in the northern United States on Oct 14. This footage was captured by Barry Stevenson showing the Comet Tsuchinshan?ATLAS above Roaring Fork Valley. NASA called this comet sighting a "once-in-80,000-year" event. Credit: Barry Stevenson via Storyful.

Most anticipated comet of the year makes closest approach to Earth this weekend

Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas made its closest pass to Earth this weekend, but weather permitting, it should be visible to the naked eye until the end of October. Here's what to know.

Watch magical moment man proposes under dreamy purple aurora

The geomagnetic storm this week helped make the aurora incredibly vibrant, and brought Northern Light displays to much of the northern U.S.

Northern Lights in MN: Aurora may be visible on Thursday

If you missed out earlier this week, Minnesotans will get a second chance to see the Northern Lights on Thursday and Friday.