solar eclipse

The prime viewing area was in the northeast portion of the country, so we really didn't get to see any of it from here. Luckily, several people posted photos.

Activity in the sky is coming next week with the sun and moon doing the tango yet again. Make sure to set those reminders now, because you aren't going to want to miss the "ring of fire" solar eclipse.

The 2017 total solar eclipse was the star of the day, no pun intended. We'll have to wait another seven years for the next one, so if you want to experience more of the eclipse than we did today on Acadiana, you'd better get to booking your rooms now. We asked you to share some of your solar eclipse pictures, and you came through in grand fashion with some incredible pictures!

The last time a total solar eclipse was visible in North America there was no social media, and it was glorious!

If you haven't read anything about the total solar eclipse until today, here is everything you need to know.

By now you have probably heard ad nauseam the advice from your local meteorologists to avoid looking at the sun during the solar eclipse. But do you actually now why it's a bad thing or how severe you could damage your eyes?

As I'm sure you're well aware, there's a solar eclipse happening today (8/21). This is, of course, an extremely rare occurrence. So, we thought we’d do something special!

OK sure, anyone can simply print whatever they want on the glasses to make it look like they're legit. But, there is a way you can test them using just a cellphone.

This lil dude is studying organic chemistry, and particle physics at a university level.

Due to the upcoming solar eclipse, viewing glasses are in short supply.

As the world enjoys a total solar eclipse on Monday, August 21, here are some tips that are essential to having a safe viewing experience.

The upcoming solar eclipse on August 21st has the entire world talking. Some of the talk I'm seeing might be causing useless concern. I've been looking into the myth that a solar eclipse can be dangerous to pregnant mothers and their unborn babies. Is there any truth to any of it?

The moon will pass in front of the sun for the first time in 38 years on August 21. Are you excited to watch the total solar eclipse?

On August 21st, we will get to experience a total solar eclipse. This hasn't happened since 1979, so obviously we're all pretty pumped about it. This video shows you what percentage of the solar eclipse you can expect to experience depending on where in Louisiana you will be.

A solar eclipse is coming our way Monday, August 21st. The eclipse will be able to be seen across the U.S., but what you'll see of it will vary depending on where you live. How much of the solar eclipse will we see here in Acadiana? This interactive map lets you type in your zip code to find out. It also tells what time you'll see it.