by Robin Meadows California’s freshwater ecosystems―from springs and wetlands to rivers and estuaries―are in trouble and the warming world is hastening their decline. Fish and the wealth of other aquatic species that live in these habitats are increasingly vulnerable as...
The delta tunnel project, intended to support water infrastructure in California, is estimated to cost around $20 billion and take over a decade to complete. By Alan Riquelmy, Courthouse News Service A Sacramento County judge on Thursday ruled in favor...
Court granted injunction requested by petitioners to stop geotechnical investigations Press release from the State Water Contractors: Today, the Sacramento...
Press release from attorneys Osha Meserve, Roger Moore, and Thomas Keeling: Today, the Sacramento County Superior Court enjoined geotechnical investigations...
Die-offs from algae blooms in San Francisco and Delta water diversions have left a giant, shark-like, prehistoric creature at risk. State wildlife officials approved white sturgeon as a candidate for listing, which triggers protection. By Rachel Becker, Cal Matters Stay...
At the June meeting of Metropolitan Water District’s One Water and Stewardship Committee meeting, DWR Director Karla Nemeth was on hand to make the economic case for the Delta Conveyance Project. The meeting included a presentation on the cost estimate...
By Dan Walters, Cal Matters Stay up-to-date with free briefings on topics that matter to all Californians. Subscribe to CalMatters today for nonprofit news in your inbox. Legal rights to use water — particularly those obtained prior to 1914 —...