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Much of the western US is facing a drought. What’s the best way to deal with it?

Across the western US, many states are dealing with extreme heat and drought-like conditions.In times like these, water — and access to it — becomes a contentious issue.A…

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Across the western US, many states are dealing with extreme heat and drought-like conditions.In times like these, water — and access to it — becomes a contentious issue.A new plan put forth by the federal government aims to allocate water from the Colorado River between states and Native American tribes.What's in the plan - and will it…

Published August 2, 2026 · 8:40

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