12:30 Newscast, March 14th, 2017

Energy producing areas of the state continue to see large decline in employment. Halen Doughty has more…:
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The state says at least six cases of the mumps have been confirmed on the LSU campus, and given the large outbreak in Arkansas, it’s important to know the signs…:
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That’s State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch.

The state Legislative Auditor’s Office launches an investigation into the travel spending of Louisiana State Police. Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpera says the goal of the investigation is to uncover the truth…:
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LSP is being investigated for alleged illegal campaign contributions and possible personal vacations clocked as business time. Col Mike Edmonson says they are looking forward to finding out the truth as well and making policy changes accordingly.

UNO will play in its first NCAA Tournament game in 21 years when they face Mount St. Mary’s tonight for a 5:30 tip-off on Tru-TV.