On stressed Colorado River, states test how many more diversions watershed can bear
The river is running short on water, and this is pushing some states to tap into every available drop before things get worse.
Bipartisan Drought Plan Legislation Coming to Congress 'Very Soon'
The drought contingency plan needs congressional approval before it can become law of the river.
California Water Agencies at Odds Over Colorado River Drought Plan
The state has two powerful agencies fighting over how to get the plan approved.
Arizona Lawmaker Accused of Endangering Colorado River Drought Plan
A Gila River Indian Community leader says proposed legislation threatens the tribe's water rights.
What is Happening With the Colorado River Drought Plans?
Five states are done, but California and Arizona failed to meet a federal government deadline to wrap up negotiations and sign a final agreement.
Not So Fast on the Drought Plan: State and Feds Disagree
Federal officials said Arizona did not make the deadline.
Stakeholders Reflect On Deadline Passage of Arizona Drought Plan
Lawmakers adopted a plan that stakeholders have been negotiating since last summer.
Charting a New Course for Water Supply in the Southwest
Water managers in Colorado River Basin states spent much of 2018 working on drought contingency plans.
Fear And Grieving in Las Vegas: Colorado River Managers Struggle With Water Scarcity
Water managers were supposed to finish drought contingency plans by the end of the year. They're likely to miss that deadline.
US States to Meet at Deadline on Colorado River Drought Plan
Arizona has been the holdout as the clock ticks on striking a deal for a contingency plan.
Impasse Over Who Loses Water, and How Much, Could Sink Arizona Drought Planning
A water dispute is playing out between Central Arizona cities, tribes and farms.
CD3 Candidates See Separate Paths Forward on Immigration
One of 9 U.S. House districts that border Mexico, the topic looms large in Southwestern Arizona.
Marana Developing Plan to Treat Two Contaminated Wells
Wells have tested positive for compounds not regulated by federal laws.
Water Managers Meet to Plan for Low Colorado Flow
Officials say they hope for cohesiveness as they put together a drought contingency plan to be approved by Arizona lawmakers.
Decades-Long Dispute Over Arizona Tribe's Water Rights May Soon Be Resolved
Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake have introduced a bill to allocate Colorado River water to the tribe and pay for construction of delivery infrastructure.
