Margaret Hamilton, Apollo program pioneer and Midwest native, dies at 90
Margaret Hamilton, a pioneer in computer engineering as well as space technology, has died at age 90. Her history includes her Midwestern roots before she moved to Boston.
Margaret Hamilton, a pioneer in computer engineering as well as space technology, has died at age 90. Her history includes her Midwestern roots before she moved to Boston.
Margaret Hamilton, pioneering Apollo program software engineer, dies at 90
Margaret Hamilton, the pioneering computer software engineer who led the development of on-board flight software for NASA’s Apollo moon missions, has died at age 90.
Margaret Hamilton, the pioneering computer software engineer who led the development of on-board flight software for NASA’s Apollo moon missions, has died at age 90.
NASA’s Curiosity shares dramatic glimpse of Martian dawn
The Curiosity rover snapped what NASA scientists are calling the most detailed view yet of the distant, wind-carved Martian cliffs at dawn, and leaving them asking more questions about what they see.
The Curiosity rover snapped what NASA scientists are calling the most detailed view yet of the distant, wind-carved Martian cliffs at dawn, and leaving them asking more questions about what they see.
Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
Man, dog hurt after run-in with bear in northern Minnesota
A man and his dog were injured Monday during an early morning incident involving a bear outside their home near Duluth.
A man and his dog were injured Monday during an early morning incident involving a bear outside their home near Duluth.
Noah's Ark researchers ‘inching towards’ confirmation after drilling challenges natural-rock theory
A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark.
A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark.
Scientists discover 57 new marine species lurking in the depths of the South Atlantic
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
Possible planet found in habitable zone of star about 2,000 degrees hotter than our sun
Researchers have identified a possible planet inside the habitable zone of a star, which would be the hottest star to host a planet in that region, if confirmed.
Researchers have identified a possible planet inside the habitable zone of a star, which would be the hottest star to host a planet in that region, if confirmed.
MIT scientists spot rare 'stellar cannibalism' as star slowly eats brown dwarf
Scientists have discovered a star gradually feeding on a brown dwarf instead of swallowing it all at once.
Scientists have discovered a star gradually feeding on a brown dwarf instead of swallowing it all at once.
What are these mushrooms appearing on your lawn?
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Decapitate, gut, or throw away: Missouri’s new warning for an invasive species
Cut off their heads, remove their internal organs, or put them in a plastic bag and throw them out. Those are the three suggestions Missouri wildlife officials have for anglers who catch northern snakehead fish from one of the state’s rivers or streams, and there’s a reason why they are being so specific.
Cut off their heads, remove their internal organs, or put them in a plastic bag and throw them out. Those are the three suggestions Missouri wildlife officials have for anglers who catch northern snakehead fish from one of the state’s rivers or streams, and there’s a reason why they are being so specific.
Sacred pages of 1,000-year-old gospel reveal ancient DNA scientists never expected
1,000-year-old manuscript found to have traces of ancient virus DNA preserved in its parchment pages.
1,000-year-old manuscript found to have traces of ancient virus DNA preserved in its parchment pages.
Watch: Yacht sinks after hitting pod of whales, crew rescued hours later
Four people were rescued after their yacht hit a pod of whales and then sank in the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
Four people were rescued after their yacht hit a pod of whales and then sank in the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
Artemis III launch: NASA working to assemble boosters for mission
The countdown to the Artemis III launch is on. Wednesday, we got a first-hand look at the work NASA is doing to assemble the boosters for the upcoming mission. It's set to take a crew into low Earth orbit next year, a vital step into returning us to the moon's surface. FOX's Amy Galo has more from Cape Canaveral.
The countdown to the Artemis III launch is on. Wednesday, we got a first-hand look at the work NASA is doing to assemble the boosters for the upcoming mission. It's set to take a crew into low Earth orbit next year, a vital step into returning us to the moon's surface. FOX's Amy Galo has more from Cape Canaveral.
Minnesota fall colors: Peak season begins in northern regions
As the weather begins to change in Minnesota, fall foliage has begun to turn colors. Here's where to find the best views.
As the weather begins to change in Minnesota, fall foliage has begun to turn colors. Here's where to find the best views.
What does El Niño mean for the upper Midwest?
What does a super El Niño mean for Minnesota weather? FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz talks with Minnesota DNR senior climatologist Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld about record-warm Pacific Ocean temperatures, the strengthening 2026 El Niño, Pacific hurricane activity and how tropical moisture could influence weather across the United States.
What does a super El Niño mean for Minnesota weather? FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz talks with Minnesota DNR senior climatologist Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld about record-warm Pacific Ocean temperatures, the strengthening 2026 El Niño, Pacific hurricane activity and how tropical moisture could influence weather across the United States.
Emerald Ash Borer spreading in Minnesota
Known as an “invasive tree killer,” the Minnesota DNR now says Emerald Ash Borer is now present in 62 of 87 counties across the state – more than 70%. FOX 9 has the latest.
Known as an “invasive tree killer,” the Minnesota DNR now says Emerald Ash Borer is now present in 62 of 87 counties across the state – more than 70%. FOX 9 has the latest.
SpaceX achieves orbit with Starship Flight 14 before cutting test mission short
SpaceX successfully launched its massive Starship into orbit for the first time Monday, deploying advanced Starlink satellites before flight controllers opted to cut the test flight short.
SpaceX successfully launched its massive Starship into orbit for the first time Monday, deploying advanced Starlink satellites before flight controllers opted to cut the test flight short.
2026 Harvest Moon: When is it and how to see it
The Harvest Moon will appear full over the next few nights, so don't forget to look up.
The Harvest Moon will appear full over the next few nights, so don't forget to look up.
Modified HIV drug could reverse vision loss, paralysis from MS, study suggests
An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.
An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.