Bankers: Trade War Having Negative Effect on Rural EconomiesBankers: Trade War Having Negative Effect on Rural EconomiesThat's up from 8 in 10 who said the same thing in September.Associated PressAssociated Press
Study: Controlled Burns Underused to Reduce Wildfire RisksStudy: Controlled Burns Underused to Reduce Wildfire RisksThe practice might gain better acceptance in the West if people see its potential to improve big game habitat, she said.Associated PressAssociated Press
Hoover Dam Ceremony Marks Colorado River Drought PlanHoover Dam Ceremony Marks Colorado River Drought PlanArizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming and Mexico are affected.Associated PressAssociated Press
U.S. Congress Approves Colorado River Drought PlanU.S. Congress Approves Colorado River Drought PlanThe agreement runs through 2026.Associated PressAssociated Press
Bills in Congress Would Implement Drought Plan in WestBills in Congress Would Implement Drought Plan in WestThe states want congressional approval by April 22 so that Mexico also will contribute water starting next year.Associated PressAssociated Press
Feds to Ease Land Restrictions Across U.S. WestFeds to Ease Land Restrictions Across U.S. WestA formal announcement is expected Friday.Associated PressAssociated Press
West’s Old Mines Hold Danger for Some, Adventure for OthersWest’s Old Mines Hold Danger for Some, Adventure for OthersFor the state, the message is as clear as its skull-and-crossbones signs: Stay out and stay alive.Associated PressAssociated Press
Deer Hunting Limited in Western States After Tough WinterDeer Hunting Limited in Western States After Tough WinterHunting restrictions also were put in place in parts of Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Utah and Washington state. Associated PressAssociated Press