Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River

August 29, 2026Updated: August 29, 2026

By WUFEI YU and DORANY PINEDA

State

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

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