… Farmers, tribal leaders, city utility managers, environmentalists, scientists, journalists, and a host of other people will pack into a hotel ballroom at the Paris Hotel. Amid the roughly 1,500 people in attendance, the spotlight will be on seven. They’re the top water negotiators from the states that share the Colorado River. At this Las Vegas family reunion, those states are the kids coming home for the holidays. They used to get along a little better in the good times when the river and its reservoirs were full of water. But now, times are tight. Climate change is sapping the river of its water, and there’s less to go around. “The kids are fighting and it’s really sad to watch,” said John Fleck, a professor who teaches water policy and governance at the University of New Mexico.

Other Colorado River articles:

• High Country News: The Biden administration weighs in on Colorado River management
• KJZZ: Outgoing Biden administration looks at options to address Colorado River water crisis
• The Denver Post: Colorado River debate puts thirsty alfalfa in the crosshairs. Could alternatives to the ‘queen of forage’ save water?