California legislation takes aim at historic, rural water rights
Historic, pre-1914 water rights in California are the target of proposed legislation that has the potential to upend longstanding water rights relied upon by farmers and water districts.
Lake Oroville at almost full capacity, thanks to winter precipitation
In a significant development, California's Lake Oroville rebounded from 28% capacity in November 2022 to nearly full in July 2023, thanks to winter precipitation.
California’s Salton Sea: Battling ecological decline with legislative progress
The declining Salton Sea may get some relief through the proposed Salton Sea Conservancy, aiming to restore the lake and safeguard community health.
Water use: Study shows it’s time to stop biting the hand the feeds us
A study by California Bountiful Foundation reveals that California's agribusiness uses only 15% of the state's total water supply, debunking the common belief of excessive water consumption. Armed...
Largest ag water district in the US sees success with groundwater recharge
California's Westlands Water District is implementing groundwater recharge projects to store 200,000 acre-feet of water by Feb 2024, bolstering drought resilience.
Southwest monsoon season begins with a mixed bag of expectations
The upcoming Southwest monsoon season forecasts a hotter, drier spell in Arizona and New Mexico, while California braces for potential flash floods and debris flows.
