Billions in federal funding coming to rural America

The USDA is investing $6.3 billion in rural and Tribal communities to expand access to clean energy and safe drinking water.

West rallies to halt invasive mussels spread

New legislation and stricter rules aim to halt invasive mussels, protect waterways, and preserve ecosystems across the West.

Apache and other Tribes join effort to conserve Colorado River

Five tribes sign $43.7M deals with U.S. to conserve Colorado River water, saving thousands of acre-feet in Lake Mead and promoting sustainable use. Beyond these tribal agreements, the Bureau of Reclamation is finalizing additional water conservation deals totaling $888 million with partners in California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah.

USDA funds water-saving projects to support Western agriculture

USDA invests $60 million in water-saving initiatives across the Western US, partnering with tribes and irrigation districts to combat drought and support sustainable agriculture.

Arizona Gov. Hobbs’ San Pedro River grant draws mixed reactions

Tensions in southern Arizona: Governor Hobbs’ $1.5M San Pedro River grant sparks backlash from Center for Biological Diversity and others.