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link to California unveils Colorado River sharing proposal

California unveils Colorado River sharing proposal

California water agencies unveiled a framework to conserve Colorado River supplies as states negotiate new rules ahead of the 2026 deadline.

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link to New map reveals how water rights differ across the U.S.

New map reveals how water rights differ across the U.S.

A new University of Nebraska map highlights how U.S. water rights vary by state, shaping drought response and water policy nationwide.

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link to Colorado River talks stalled by Bureau vacancy

Colorado River talks stalled by Bureau vacancy

The White House withdrew Ted Cooke’s nomination to lead Reclamation, leaving the Colorado River without steady leadership as talks stall.

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link to Reclamation announces $50M boost for Upper Basin states

Reclamation announces $50M boost for Upper Basin states

Interior Department and basin states deploy $50M in advanced monitoring tools to strengthen water sustainability in the Colorado River Basin post-2026.

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link to Talks, tensions and uncertainty plague the Colorado River

Talks, tensions and uncertainty plague the Colorado River

Colorado River states struggle with drought, policy delays, and legal threats as negotiations stall over shrinking water resources.

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link to U.S. Drought Monitor may not be keeping up with climate change

U.S. Drought Monitor may not be keeping up with climate change

The U.S. Drought Monitor may not fully account for the impacts of climate change, as emerging trends complicate drought classification and management.

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  1. 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.

  2. 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…

  3. 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.

  4. 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…

  5. Deborah on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025

    Perhaps technological alternatives could provide a balance.

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