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Colorado leaders demand release of $140M for river projects

Colorado’s congressional delegation calls on federal officials to release $140 million for critical drought and habitat projects to support the Colorado River headwaters.

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New Mexico targets illegal water wells

New Mexico shuts down 20 illegal water wells in Carlsbad and Capitan Basins to protect critical resources. Public urged to report violations.

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Utah officials weigh raising Great Salt Lake berm

Utah Speaker Mike Schultz proposes raising the Great Salt Lake berm to safeguard the South Arm ecosystem. The state is evaluating environmental tradeoffs before a fall special session decision.

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Arizona sued over 100-year water supply for Benson homes

Lawsuit challenges Benson’s 100-year adequate water supply plan, citing threats to the San Pedro River and failure to protect federal water rights.

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Smart tech for water gets bipartisan boost

A $50 million bipartisan bill could modernize aging U.S. water systems with smart tech, helping communities detect leaks, manage drought, and reduce costs.

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Southwest drought worsens as reservoir levels fall

Drought worsens in the Southwest despite Midwest relief. Lake Mead and Powell drop below 32%, raising water concerns across the Colorado River Basin.

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  1. Helen c on New Mexico bill presses rules on oilfield wastewaterFebruary 6, 2026

    One likes to hope the time will come, (soon), when these destructive corporations finally reap what they have sown.

  2. Helen c on Alongside new groundwater rules, Arizona presses Fondomonte suitFebruary 6, 2026

    I imagine we're going to see far more litigation as tech industry's excessive demands for water push up against the…

  3. Helen c on How the Green River cut through the Uinta MountainsFebruary 6, 2026

    Very interesting, Deborah. It makes you think twice about the hubris of humans over time attempting to re-engineer the earth…

  4. Deborah on Gold mining prompts legal challenge over rare Nevada speciesJanuary 25, 2026

    Ha! Good question. They want the opportunity to investigate the population of these species.

  5. Deborah on Utah faces worrisome drought conditionsJanuary 25, 2026

    It will be a dire situation, Callie. They've been looking at different options.

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