Fighting the toxic effects of uranium mining and the US Government’s broken promises to the Navajo Nation, Diné women have been at the forefront of aesthetic and activist responses in ways th… [from ARTnews.com]
The Colorado River Compact turns 100 years old. Is it still working? – KPCW | Listen Like a Local
The Colorado River’s foundational agreement is 100 years old this month. And while the document among seven western states was groundbreaking for its time, it’s currently left the southwest to grapple with a massive gap between water supply and demand. [from KPCW | Listen Like a Local]
FERC approves utility transfer of ownership to facilitate removal of Klamath River dams – NewsWatch 12 KDRV
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Different leaders have different responses today to federal approval to remove four dams from the Klamath River. [from NewsWatch 12 KDRV]
New Mexico House race wrangles oil and gas, climate change – Reuters
The candidates vying for a New Mexico U.S. House seat are clashing over fossil fuel industry jobs and climate change, setting up voters to decide whether to focus on the environment or the economy. [from Reuters]
50 years ago, the Clean Water Act promised to fix America’s water. Did it succeed? – Inverse
The legacy of the landmark legislation is under threat in many ways. There’s still a long way to go to ensure safe water for all Americans. [from Inverse]
California may reallocate shrinking water supply – CalMatters
With scanty participation in voluntary water reductions, the drought is raising questions about mandatory cuts. [from CalMatters]
After nearly 200 years, the Tongva community has land in Los Angeles County – Los Angeles Times
A one-acre property tucked within a canopy of oak trees and shrubs in Altadena has been transferred to Los Angeles’ first people. [from Los Angeles Times]
BIPOC Youth Are Gardening to Feed Their Communities – Teen Vogue
“Be aware of how far your food is traveling.” [from Teen Vogue]
Bolstering environmental education in Cobbs Creek | Penn Today – Penn Today
Through a Projects for Progress award and other University support, students in West Philadelphia are gaining greater access to STEM learning resources at the Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center. [from Penn Today]
California’s Water Emergency: Satisfying The Thirst Of Almonds While The Wells Of The People That Harvest Them Run Dry – Forbes
Broiling heat in the middle of the worst drought in 1,200 years has strained the state’s underground water supply, pitting the Central Valley’s $20 billion agriculture industry against many of its own workers. [from Forbes]