Air Travel: The FAA ordered a nationwide ground stop Friday, citing extraordinary safety circumstances; officials said a telecommunications outage prompted the halt. LAX warned of delays. Storms: Rain, strong winds, mountain snow and dangerous surf are hitting California, with forecasts warning of waves up to 25 feet in some areas. Higher Education: California State University faculty are voting on strike authorization after 18 months of stalled contract talks; voting runs through Nov. 19. Wildfire Costs: State regulators say California’s wildfire liability system is unsustainable, as lawmakers failed to agree on reforms that could affect utility bills and reliability. Climate Rules: A federal appeals court put California’s planned corporate Scope 3 emissions disclosures on hold, finding the requirement likely unconstitutional. Politics: Voters rejected Proposition 40’s proposed one-time billionaire tax. Newsom says he’ll decide in early January whether to run for president in 2028. Health: California froze new enrollment in Astiva Health Medicare Advantage plans after the insurer fell short of required reserves; current members can keep coverage.**