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Ionization weather modification tech expands in Colorado and Utah

Colorado and Utah approved the first U.S. ionization weather programs, launching new tools to enhance rainfall and snowpack during persistent drought.

New contract advances Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project

A new $62 million pumping plant contract moves the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project closer to delivering reliable drinking water by 2028.

What the new federal budget law means for western water

Public Law 119-37 keeps Colorado River programs funded at 2025 levels while expanding support for rural water systems, watershed work, and multi-benefit irrigation projects across the West.

Waters of the US: New WOTUS proposal sparks national debate

EPA’s new WOTUS proposal narrows federal oversight of waterways, drawing strong support from industry and sharp criticism from environmental groups.

Water news videos: Colorado River standoff and key water reforms

Two new Western Water Weekly videos cover missed Colorado River deadlines, new water laws, drought updates, groundwater issues, and major Basin-wide changes.

Arizona extends drought declarations

Arizona will keep its drought declarations in place as a weak La Niña and long-term dry conditions challenge snowpack, reservoirs and watershed health.

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Since 1995, Deborah has owned and operated LegalTech LLC with a focus on water rights. Before moving to Arizona in 1986, she worked as a quality control analyst for Honeywell and in commercial real estate, both in Texas. She learned about Arizona's water rights from the late and great attorney Michael Brophy of Ryley, Carlock & Applewhite. Her side interests are writing (and reading), Wordpress programming and much more.

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Deborah on Utah enters winter with low snow and high drought levelsDecember 20, 2025
Great point! Utah's residents do a good job on water conservation. Nevada does, too.
Helen Ck on California unveils Colorado River sharing proposalDecember 19, 2025
This entire subject rings all the alarm bells and should be approached with a jaundiced eye. California water dealings have…
Helen Ck on Colorado River talks near federal interventionDecember 19, 2025
By all means, let's get the feds involved. That should solve everybody's problems.
Helen Ck on Utah enters winter with low snow and high drought levelsDecember 19, 2025
While an enormously complex and largely neglected situation, as long as the current administration continues to dismantle federal programs, the…
Deborah on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025
Perhaps technological alternatives could provide a balance.