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link to Arizona, Utah receive $200M for water recycling projects

Arizona, Utah receive $200M for water recycling projects

The Bureau of Reclamation announced $200 million in funding for major water reuse projects in Arizona and Utah to boost long-term drought resilience. Another $130 million in funding will open soon.

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link to PFAS contamination widespread in U.S. waterways

PFAS contamination widespread in U.S. waterways

A nationwide report shows widespread PFAS contamination in U.S. waterways near wastewater and biosolids sites, highlighting regulatory gaps and public health risks.

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link to Wastewater plants cut resistance genes, but risks remain

Wastewater plants cut resistance genes, but risks remain

Study shows wastewater plants remove most antibiotic resistance genes, but high-risk genes in effluent remain a concern for water reuse safety.

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link to US-Mexico cross-border sewage fix reaches final phase

US-Mexico cross-border sewage fix reaches final phase

U.S. and Mexico work to divert over 50 million gallons of sewage daily from the Tijuana River during critical pipeline repairs. Environmental risks reduced.

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link to Tensions rise over U.S.-Mexico sewage spill

Tensions rise over U.S.-Mexico sewage spill

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s visit to San Diego highlights urgent concerns over the Tijuana River sewage crisis, as lawmakers push to protect cleanup funding from federal cuts.

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link to Strengthening U.S.-Mexico water and border infrastructure

Strengthening U.S.-Mexico water and border infrastructure

U.S. and Mexico boost water security, flood control, and infrastructure with IBWC-led projects for sustainable, binational water 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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