Venus and the crescent Moon will be side-by-side tonight - here's when you can see them

It's been a relatively quiet start to 2020 as far as skywatching goes. Sure, we've had some full Moons and a few other treats here and there, but nothing particularly awesome... until tonight, that is. Thursday evening will give residents of the Northern Hemisphere a chance to spot a lovely sight in the sky: Venus shining brightly alongside a crescent moon. Venus, which is often easily spotted thanks to its bold glow, will sit near the Moon in the southwest sky. If you're fortunate to have clear...