Geography

Politicians and water officials gathered to discuss Colorado's water issues and creating more reservoir storage.

The Trump administration’s new definition of “waters of the United States” dramatically shrinks federal protection of many wetlands and waterways under the Clean Water Act. The rule change cuts red tape for farmers and developers but could threaten ecosystems and drinking water, especially in the arid West.

A bill making it easier for stream-restoration projects to take place has been gutted after stakeholders couldn’t reach an agreement.

Brett Fleck does not have an easy job. He manages water for a city in the desert. He has to keep taps flowing while...

Colorado voters have narrowly passed a measure that will legalize sports betting and use the taxes raised to fund projects outlined in the Colorado Water Plan.

Southwestern U.S. cities have embraced innovative strategies for conserving and sourcing water in a changing climate.

Changing storms in the Southwest are altering timeless food traditions as researchers grapple with how to study the monsoon’s erratic nature.

This page features aerial photos of Lake Las Vegas in Henderson, Nevada. Lake Las Vegas, which has been filled with Colorado River water, is a...

While poised to wreak havoc across the globe, El Niño might mean a closer-to-normal Wyoming winter after a wild, snowless one last season.

Four states have embarked on formal meetings to negotiate jointly with some of the largest owners of Colorado River water rights: tribal communities.