Brian Lada

Kilauea’s latest eruption sent lava 800 feet high Monday's eruption in Hawaii lasted about 10 hours and marked Episode 40 in a series that started in 2024, the USGS said. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupting on Jan. 12, 2026. (USGS) Hawaii's Kilauea volcano ... See more

Chicago NBA game postponed after warm, humid day creates slick court Rare conditions aligned to create slippery condensation on the basketball court, forcing Thursday night's game in Chicago to be postponed. At the United Center in Chicago, a wet and slip... See more

1,012 bald eagles descend on Missouri refuge, shattering the record Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge counted an unprecedented number of bald eagles during a Dec. 30 survey, drawing visitors eager to see the national bird up close. A bald eagle survey... See more

Meteor showers 2026: The best nights to see shooting stars Not every meteor shower peak is created equal. From the Perseids to the Geminids, these are the 2026 showers to watch, and which ones may be spoiled by the moon. AccuWeather’s Anna Azallion marks ... See more

Snowmobiler killed in California avalanche A group of five experienced snowmobilers were caught in an avalanche near Castle Peak, California, on Monday, with one person dying after being buried in snow. An image of a deadly avalanche near Castle Peak, Cal... See more