Color of Water Stories

The water unexpectedly released from dams on Trump’s order didn’t help farms or L.A. – The Columbian
LOS ANGELES — Days after President Trump startled some of his most ardent supporters in California’s San Joaquin Valley by having the Army Corps of

Trump administration targets environmental justice, projects in limbo – Planet Detroit
The Trump administration's decision to freeze environmental grants has disrupted climate and justice initiatives in Detroit and Michigan. [from Planet Detroit]

For tribes, a time of chaos and uncertainty – Yahoo News
Tribal leaders respond to life in the Age of Trump – ‘It's like chasing your tail’ [from Yahoo News]

Farmworkers feed the country, but who protects them from wildfire smoke? – LAist
Thousands of farmworkers labored in fields in Ventura County in late January in wildfire smoke. They have little to no protection from its harmful effects.

WED: Santa Fe County Commission approves controversial solar project, + More – KUNM
The Santa Fe County Planning Commission approved a controversial solar project Tuesday after more than 12 hours of public testimony over two days. [from KUNM]

Residents sound the alarm as drought threatens water supply for third year in a row: ‘There’s a feeling of almost helplessness’
Saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico has intermixed with freshwater from the Mississippi River, causing saltwater intrusion. [from The Cool Down]

Ghana Leads African Development Initiatives With Innovative Strategies – The Pinnacle Gazette
Ghana has emerged as a significant player on the African stage, leading the way with innovative national development initiatives across various sectors. From mobile… [from

What Trump's funding freeze could mean for universities, nonprofits and more – AP News
A White House directive to pause federal grants and loans has raised uncertainty for many universities, states and nonprofit organizations. [from AP News]

LA wildfires magnify need to rethink infrastructure
With losses from the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires estimated to cost tens of billions of dollars, infrastructure experts urge rebuilding for greater resilience.