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Alternatives to Flood Irrigation Taking Hold in Pinal

Ak-Chin commiunity converts to sprinklers, drip, other methods to stretch water supply.

Lake Mead at Lowest Level on Record, 37% Capacity

Further declines seen before upstream dam releases will build it again.

Tucson Water, Trash Rates Going Up, City Council Decides

City Council adopts water rate increase that takes median residential bill to $32.35.

How Did Business Fare in Arizona Legislative Session?

Startups, sharing economy could profit; developers in Cochise County lose.

Ducey Vetoes Water Bills Affecting Cochise County

'I will not sign legislation that threatens Arizona’s water future,' he says in veto message.

Minimal El Niño Rains Create Prime Conditions for Wildfire

Dry vegetation and blowing winds increase risk for hazardous dust storms.

Tucson Water Plans Expanded Use of Treated Wastewater

Long-term water supply requires multiple sources, water director says.

Tucson Water, Recycling Rate Increases Proposed

Public meetings scheduled this month; water rate increase could be $2.60 monthly.

Bill Would Waive Water Rules in Cochise, Yuma Counties

Currently, new housing developments need to show they have a 100-year supply

Does Growing Wheat in the Desert Use Too Much Water?

Much more efficient than in decades past, farmers and researchers say.

$5.9M for Water Conservation Near Fort Huachuca

Tucson non-profit Arizona Land and Water Trust will get federal money.

Municipalities Would Get More Water Control Under Bill

Legislation exempts cities, towns from their counties' authority to limit development.

For Sale in Cochise County: How Much Water Is There?

Part 3:Land being bought for water, but is there enough to sustain, farms, towns economy?

Southern Arizona 'Drought-Free' for First Time in Five Years

Monsoon, El Niño bring plenty of moisture, but not enough to end being water smart.

Ski Resorts on Federal Land Must Prove Water Supply

New Forest Service rule will affect three spots in Arizona, including Mount Lemmon.

Up to 5 El Niño Storms Due in Southern Arizona This Week

Up to 1.5 inches of rain in valleys, snowfall in mountains above 6,000 feet.

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