Solar Eclipse

Known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, the rarely seen comet prone to colorful outbursts could soon be viewed without a telescope or binoculars.

Outdoor groups and state and local officials in northern parts of the northeastern US worry that a surge of eclipse-watchers could overwhelm backcountry first responders.

From Texas to Maine, they're teaching people how to enjoy the spectacle safely. Some will hand out glasses or answer questions at events. Others plan to take their own advice — and get outta town.

In 2017, some people damaged their eyes watching partial eclipses. Eye experts say this is easily avoidable if you take the right safety steps.

From why you need them to how to check if they're the real deal, here's a guide to eclipse glasses so you can view this rare total solar eclipse safely.

Is this your first total solar eclipse, or did you have your glasses out in 2017, too? However you're celebrating, we want to hear from you.

On April 8, 13 states from Texas to Maine will be in the path of totality.

Ecommerce-watcher Pattern reports prices have increased since the last fall's solar eclipse. Back then a pair of solar eclipse glasses cost about $16, but now they're more like $20.

Lots of urban areas will be either in or adjacent to the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8. Experts advise getting into this path, as even a 99% partial eclipse is nothing like a total one.

A team of astronomers has created a device that lets people who are blind or have low vision experience a solar eclipse.

An Austin, Texas-to-Detroit flight along April's path of totality is sold out. There are other flights with a view, though your best bet may actually be here on Earth, says one astrophysicist.

On the flight from Austin, Texas, to Detroit, the airline is using a plane with bigger windows to make it easier to see the eclipse.