The Rio Grande faces drying stretches near Albuquerque, while El Paso Water invests $7M in clean-up after a major wastewater spill.

Arizona's Attorney General calls for increased rural groundwater regulation, citing concerns over AMA oversight, water rights transfers, and well-drilling.

A public hearing on California's proposed conservation regulations that will affect the state's urban water suppliers will be held on October 4.

Environmental groups have sued the state of Utah, alleging its failure to protect the Great Salt Lake's declining water levels. They say inaction is posing a threat to ecology and public health.

NASA's JPL study warns Southern California will face more severe heat waves due to climate change, emphasizing the need to consider humidity and local geography in emergency planning.

The recent rule change for waters of the US still faces uncertainty and possible legal challenges.