Videos show 2024 solar eclipse stunning viewers across U.S.

As the solar eclipse reached totality in several states on Monday, onlookers had a variety of reactions — from screams of excitement to overwhelmed tears. Revisit these special moments featured in CBS News’ special report of the rare event.

PHOTOS: 2024 Solar Eclipse

ST. LOUIS – Thousands of people across Missouri and Illinois stood outside Monday afternoon to observe the solar eclipse. Some saw complete totality in the southern part of the state, and others outside the path of totality still saw nearly 100% of the sun covered by the moon. Many sent in photos of friends, families, […]

Elementary students in north St. Louis get first look at solar eclipse

ST. LOUIS – Around 250 students at North Side Community Elementary School gathered on the soccer field Monday afternoon to watch the solar eclipse. Before going outside, teachers discussed what a solar eclipse was, why it was so significant, and the importance of protecting their eyes. Some of the first and second graders in attendance […]

Cleveland witnesses solar eclipse totality

Spectators in Cleveland, Ohio, saw the total solar eclipse around 3:15 p.m. ET as the moon covered the sun for a little more than three minutes. CBS News’ Dave Malkoff witnessed the event with Stephen Bowen, a NASA astronaut and retired U.S. Navy captain.

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