Irrigation districts face challenges balancing new Rio Grande water agreements, unpredictable climate patterns, and limited storage options.
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The Central Valley Project reservoirs are off to a good start, thanks to 2023's wet winter that alleviated California's prolonged drought.
St. Helena advocates push for citizen involvement in water system
St. Helena citizens advocate for a city council-backed commission to oversee water services and address longstanding rate controversies.
Seeking to shore up its water supply, the Cedar City Council approved a $11.4M purchase of old water rights from LeBaron Ranch Holdings.
If approved by the governor, California's recently-passed Senate Bill 389 will subject pre-1914 water claims to greater regulatory scrutiny.
The Ute Tribe appeals a water rights lawsuit dismissal, mirroring the Navajo Nation's legal challenges, sparking debates on tribal rights and government obligations.