New EPA initiatives target PFAS contamination in drinking water while addressing a nationwide shortage of skilled water workers needed to run critical systems.

Colorado lawmakers are urging the release of federal drought funding while working across party lines to address Colorado River shortages and prepare for a looming 2026 operating plan deadline.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2167, a proposal that could have exposed the state to costly damages in water-related lawsuits. The decision comes as groundwater disputes, including a...

Flaming Gorge reopens to visitors as Stony Gorge offers limited access, reflecting how Western water sites balance recreation and operations.

California has launched its first new conservancy in over 15 years to support long-term restoration at the Salton Sea. The effort focuses on reducing dust, improving air quality, restoring wildlife...