Former NASA Johnson Space Center Director George W.S. Abbey passes away
Former NASA Johnson Space Center Director George W.S. Abbey, a visionary leader in human spaceflight, passes away at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy of transformational leadership and significant contributions to space exploration.
Texas Space Commission members announced by Governor Greg Abbott during NASA Houston visit
Governor Greg Abbott announces the formation of the Texas Space Commission at NASA's Johnson Space Center, aiming to secure Texas as a national leader in space exploration and generate more jobs for Houstonians and Texans.
NASA engineers have renewed hope to fix hobbled Voyager 1 after interstellar space data outage
The process of troubleshooting an issue with Voyager 1 traveling through interstellar space is complicated. It takes about 45 hours for commands to be sent and a response to come back, but NASA engineers recently got a new clue to solving the spacecraft computer issue.
'Devil comet' could become visible to the naked eye this month
Stargazers should check the sky to get a glimpse of 12PPons-Brooks which is heading toward its closest approach to the sun on its 71-year orbit.
NASA introduces new astronauts
The Johnson Space Center welcomes 10 new astronauts with two astronauts from the United Arab Emirates training alongside their NASA counterparts. FOX's Joy Addison tells more about the new class.
NASA engineer accused of attacking women
A NASA engineer is charged with two felonies and is accused of attacking two different women after meeting them online. FOX 26's Damali Keith has more details after the man posted bond.
NASA engineer charged with sexually assaulting women he met online
A NASA Engineer has been charged with two felonies after being accused of attacking two different women after meeting them online.
NASA looking to hire astronauts: Do you have what it takes?
Applicants who are accepted can expect an annual salary of $152,258 per year.
NASA astronauts graduate at Johnson Space Center
Ten NASA astronauts graduated from the Johnson Space Center on Tuesday.
Interview with NASA Flight Engineer Tracy Dyson
FOX 26 Spoke with NASA Flight Engineer Tracy Dyson ahead of her upcoming trip to the International Space Station. She spoke about what she's anticipating and what's going to happen during her time on board.
Intuitive Machines plans to make history with historic moon landing
In a landmark event scheduled for 4:30 this afternoon, Houston-based company Intuitive Machines is set to achieve what hasn't been done in over 50 years?a U.S. spacecraft touching down on the moon.
NASA seeks volunteers for year-long mars simulation mission
Houston, get ready for a unique opportunity! NASA is on the lookout for volunteers to participate in a year-long simulation mission to Mars at the Johnson Space Center. Selected candidates will experience life in a three-D printed habitat, facing challenges such as spacewalks, crop growth, and technology failures.
SpaceX launches 'Odysseus' lunar lander, aiming for historic US moon mission
SpaceX launched Intuitive Machines' Odysseus lunar lander on Thursday. The U.S. hasn't returned to the moon's surface in more than 50 years. Here’s when the touchdown attempt is planned.
Skyscraper-size asteroid expected to pass by Earth Friday
There’s no risk of it hitting our planet since it will pass seven times the distance from Earth to the moon.
Challenger explosion anniversary: 38th Anniversary of NASA's Space Shuttle tragedy, claiming 7 lives
On this day in history, Jan. 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger — scheduled for a routine launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida — exploded after just 73 seconds in flight, killing all seven Americans on board.
NASA delays Artemis Moon Mission
NASA postpones Artemis Moon mission, citing safety and technical concerns; new dates set for sending astronauts around the Moon in September 20-25, with the Moon landing scheduled for September 20-26; t
NASA's curiosity rover captures mesmerizing martian
Witness a captivating timelapse recorded by NASA's Curiosity Rover, spanning from sunrise to sunset on the red planet, Mars.
Astronauts on mission to interact with social media
Astronauts set to embark on the Artemis Two Mission, which aims to orbit the moon, will have the ability to interact with people online while in outer space. This unique feature is expected to enhance communication and engagement during the mission.
Proud 42-year NASA veteran who made history now having $400,000 issue with federal agency overseeing benefits
One longtime NASA employee has hit a roadblock when it comes to her retirement.
SpaceX Rocket launches unmanned capsule
A SpaceX rocket is set to launch an unmanned capsule to the International Space Station (ISS) tonight, carrying over 6,500 pounds of supplies, science experiments, and equipment. Among the cargo are holiday treats for the ISS crew to enjoy on Thanksgiving. The capsule will remain docked at the space station for about a month before returning to Earth with approximately 3,800 pounds of cargo