Watch: NASA's first asteroid samples land in Utah desert

Scientists believe the capsule holds at least a cup of rubble from the carbon-rich asteroid known as Bennu, but won’t know for sure until the container is opened.

3rd consecutive day of unhealthy air hangs over Bay Area

Bay Area continues to be affected by haze and poor air quality from wildfires burning in the north.

Bay Area experiencing smoky conditions due to wildfires

Look just about any direction, and you will see the thick haze resting over the Bay Area, smoke blowing southward from wildfires burning in far Northern California and Oregon.

Scientists estimate fish inside SF's Steinhart Aquarium to be 92 years old

Scientists have now determined that a fish inside the Steinhart Aquarium in San Francisco's California Academy of Sciences is a record holder.

Swarm of bees kill Kentucky man moving potting soil bag from porch, coroner says

Beekeepers warn if you ever find yourself where bees are attacking you, the most important thing to do is protect your face and run indoors or get into a vehicle. Those who study bees' behaviors also warn not to fight the insects because they have the advantage of numbers and the gift of flight.

Bay Area commercial fishers struggling under weight of recent catch restrictions

Bay area commercial fishers say they are facing unprecedented financial hardships this year after dealing with a range of restrictions on several of their key catches.

Space Force sets new record with surprise satellite launch

The U.S. Space Force says it set a record for sending a satellite into space on short notice – just a 24-hour timeframe, instead of weeks or months – calling it a "major advancement" of its capabilities.

Lawrence Livermore scientist engages students in STEM, using their phones

As efforts continue to try to get more students engaged in careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), one Bay Area scientist has created a program, designed to break down barriers.

NASA releases UFO report with no evidence of extraterrestrial origin

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said the agency wants to shift the conversation about UFOs “from sensationalism to science.”

Alaska hiker rescued thanks to viewers spotting him on bear webcam

In a dramatic rescue in Alaska, a lost hiker was saved thanks to the vigilance of viewers who spotted him on a bear webcam.

Ufologist presents alleged 'non-human' bodies to Mexico's Congress

Jaime Maussan presented two alleged alien corpses in windowed boxes. He told Mexico's Congress "we are not alone in this vast universe."

Oct. 14th solar eclipse: When and where to see the spectacle

Next month’s eclipse isn’t as rare as the total solar eclipse set to sweep the country next spring, but it will still be a sight to see for millions of people. Here's what to expect.

Mountain lion spotted near Oakland homes

A big cat has been spotted by multiple neighbors in an Oakland community just west of Highway 13 this week.

A Connecticut couple rescues a baby shark caught in a work glove

Deb Dauphinais, a dive instructor, said she thought the shark was dead, but when it twitched she motioned for her husband to come over and help.