Heavy rains ease drought across the Colorado River Basin, improve soil moisture and boost reservoir storage, according to the November 12 Drought Monitor.

Fall storms boost Lake Powell, Lake Mead and other Colorado River Basin reservoirs, but low water levels and long-term drought concerns persist.

Arizona's Central Arizona Project board rejects a 10-year cloud seeding funding agreement.

Wyoming committee declines to sponsor data center water restrictions but supports expanded groundwater studies amid growing concerns over water use.

California completes $55 million in water projects to expand groundwater storage, improve water supplies and prepare Southern California for drought.

Arizona proposes cutting Willcox Basin groundwater overdraft by 50% by 2075. A public hearing is scheduled for November 16, 2026.