Candidates continue to qualify for the open seat on the Public Service Commission. Longtime Democrat Damon Baldone has served as interim since Scott Angelle vacated the position. But he qualified Wednesday as a Republican.

Cut 9 (09) “the Democrat”

District 2 includes Baton Rouge, much of Acadiana and most of the bayou regions.

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund reports 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty so far this year. President and CEO Craig Floyd says unfortunately, we’re seeing more and more attacks on police. He says nationwide 23 officers were killed in firearms-related fatalities.

Cut 5 (08) “shot and killed”

The leading cause of officer deaths is traffic fatalities.

Twelve Louisiana beaches have been placed under a health advisory as the water contains high amounts of enterococci bacteria. Dr. Fred Lopez with the department of infectious diseases at LSU Health New Orleans says warm water allows this bacteria to thrive.

Cut 6 (08) “illnesses”

This bacteria is found in sewage and the human intestine.

Reggie’s Bar at Tigerland in Baton Rouge has had its liquor license suspended again after a sting operation resulted in 37 arrests for underage drinking. A judge ruled today Reggie’s cannot serve alcohol for 45 days, and the bar must pay an $8,000 fine. Another hearing set for next week will decide the fate of the popular bar near the LSU campus.