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The American Astronomical Society said the glasses should “block all” of the “sun’s ultraviolet light” except for a “fraction” of it

The 2024 solar eclipse will bring an incredible spectacle to skies on Monday, marking a rare and historic moment in the U.S., but also in Illinois.

Counterfeit eclipse glasses are “polluting the marketplace,” according to a release shared by the American Astronomical Society, or AAS.

Make sure to get them before 2pm in Chicago! -Tim Virgin

With the April 8 North American total solar eclipse approaching, counterfeit and fake eclipse glasses are polluting the marketplace.

The 2024 solar eclipse is just days away, bringing a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle to skies across large parts North America, including Illinois.

(From the City of Findlay) City of Findlay offices will be closed on Monday, April 8 due to the Total Solar Eclipse. The Mayor’s office will be accessible that day by calling (419) 424-7137 or by email mayor@findlayohio.gov. The City Income Tax Department will have extended hours from 8:00am-6:00pm on Tuesday, April 9-Friday, April 12.

Eclipse glasses are crucial for the partial phases of April 8’s solar eclipse, but in the path of totality, onlookers must remove them when it gets dark to see the corona

If you plan to travel to the path of totality Monday, you'll have a chance to see the sun's outer atmosphere. Jeremy shows us what you can expect.

Here's what to know about solar eclipse glasses, where to get them, and how to tell if they are safe.