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Gov. Hobbs pumps $60M into Arizona’s water security

Arizona Governor wants to invess $60.3M to safeguard water through conservation, technology, and infrastructure, surpassing earlier $3M proposal.

Showdown emerges over budget and water in Arizona

Arizona's leaders clash over Governor Hobbs’ $3M for the Colorado River and $30M for wildfires, as Rep. Griffin condemns weak water funding.

Colorado River conservation program gains bipartisan support

Federal lawmakers push to extend a program to tackle Colorado River drought, promoting innovative water-saving strategies across the West.

Wyoming’s Boysen Plant to undergo major generator rewind

Utah contractor awarded $7.9 million to rewind generators at Wyoming's Boysen Power Plant, ensuring reliable energy production and uninterrupted water releases for the region.

Regulatory freeze and lawsuits brew over “forever chemicals”

PFAS contamination stirs debate, with a USGS webinar, EWG backlash, state lawsuits, and a regulatory freeze on new rules.

New actions shake up California water plans

Newsom prepares LA for mudslides, while Trump’s Delta water plan reignites debates over endangered fish and possible legal challenges.

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Laura on Arizona’s groundwater depletion exceeds Lake Mead’s capacity: “I learn more and more every time I read an article. I had no idea you could replenish a water…” Apr 5, 00:05
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