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link to NM efforts to catalog lead water lines off to ‘slow start’

NM efforts to catalog lead water lines off to ‘slow start’

Federal funds are being distributed to 10 New Mexico communities to address lead and copper pipes in water systems, but state officials urge other municipalities to apply quickly for remaining funds.

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link to Environmental study announced for Utah’s Pleasant Creek watershed

Environmental study announced for Utah’s Pleasant Creek watershed

The Natural Resources Conservation Service will conduct an environmental study in Utah's Pleasant Creek watershed to address flooding, water management, and watershed health, seeking public input...

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link to Kyl Center unveils tools to boost Arizona water transparency

Kyl Center unveils tools to boost Arizona water transparency

ASU's Kyl Center unveils new tools offering user-friendly data and critical groundwater insights to boost transparency and support informed decision-making about Arizona's water future.

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link to California groundwater supply rebounds after wet winter

California groundwater supply rebounds after wet winter

California's groundwater rebounds after a wet winter, with gains nearly matching Shasta Lake's capacity, marking a positive shift after years of decline.

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link to Colorado River Basin receives aid for endangered species recovery

Colorado River Basin receives aid for endangered species recovery

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation invests $21 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support endangered fish recovery programs across the Colorado River Basin.

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link to EPA finalizes rule on water quality and Tribal rights

EPA finalizes rule on water quality and Tribal rights

The EPA finalized a rule establishing a national framework to protect water quality where Tribes hold treaty rights, ensuring consistent consideration of Tribal needs under the Clean Water Act.

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  1. 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.

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

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

  3. Callie Humes on Utah faces worrisome drought conditionsJanuary 23, 2026

    What will happen to Utah's water resources if they don't end up getting any snowfall winter?

  4. Callie Humes on Gold mining prompts legal challenge over rare Nevada speciesJanuary 23, 2026

    Why would they list the species as endangered when they don't know how many there are yet?

  5. Deborah on WOTUS comments close as rule review moves forwardJanuary 8, 2026

    A lot of people and organizations put a lot of thought into their comments. Personally, I think it's good that…

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