Earlier this year, environmental groups petitioned the federal government to ensure that Colorado River water is used only for “reasonable” and “beneficial” purposes, aiming to reduce waste amid ongoing shortages exacerbated by drought and climate change. As states approach a 2026 deadline for new water-sharing rules, the Bureau of Reclamation has yet to respond, raising concerns about the river’s future and the potential impacts on local agriculture and consumers.
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Identified Remains of U.S. Sailor Killed in Pearl Harbor Attack
A Navy fireman, Edward D. Bowden, who died during the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941, has been identified 84 years later. Bowden, who served on the USS California, was one of over 100 men lost in the attack; his remains were identified through advanced analysis, and he is set to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery later this month. Want More Context? 🔎
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