AT&T Landline Fight: California regulators asked a U.S. court and the FCC to reject AT&T’s bid to stop offering copper-wire phone service to new customers, arguing the state’s “basic service” rules are technology-neutral and AT&T hasn’t shown replacement access for affected customers. Public Safety: The California Highway Patrol will run a statewide Maximum Enforcement Period for impaired driving from 6 p.m. Saturday to 6 a.m. Sunday. Elections: California hit a key election-counting milestone under a new state law, with most ballots due by June 15 (some types get extensions). Water Security: Iran-linked hackers claimed a breach of California Water Service, leaking 5GB and exposing billing and GPS-related systems. State Politics: A political watchdog finalized a $31,500 fine against Gov. Newsom for late reporting of behested payments tied to wildfire recovery. Tragedy: A B-52 test-flight crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed eight, and investigators say the probe could take months. Health & Community: A Chico LGBTQ center says it won’t close, but funding shifts under a new behavioral health law may force fee changes.