12:30 Newscast, August 21st, 2017

It’s eclipse time. Citizens from across the US are gazing at the sky today as, and in Louisiana we’re seeing about 80% of the sun blocked. That’s according to LSU astronomy professor Michael Cherry says who says the best time for us will be between 1 and 2 p.m…:
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He says the total eclipse is visible in a path about 70 miles wide from Oregon to South Carolina.

Child support payments made through MoneyGram in the first six months of the year have topped $530,000. DCFS Child Support Enforcement Director Lydia Scales says these electronic payments are easier for noncustodial parents who are unbanked, because they can now use cash…:
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She says this also helps custodial parents receive their payments faster.

Secretary of State Tom Schedler is reminding citizens to register to vote, as voter registration week begins today. Don Molino has more…:
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LSU officially has a new mascot. Harvey, who arrived on campus last week, was announced as Mike VII this morning by his veterinarian, Dr. Baker.