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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Virginia ranked

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Virginia ranked

Virginia and Virginia Tech make up most of the 10 greatest college athletes in the history of the commonwealth - but not all the spots on our list.
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Ohio ranks behind Kentucky, Indiana (but ahead of Michigan) on this list

Ohio ranks behind Kentucky, Indiana (but ahead of Michigan) on this list

US News published its 2026 Overall Best State Rankings this week. Here's how Ohio (and its neighbors) fared.
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U.S. Government Proposes Significant Water Cuts for Colorado River Basin States

U.S. Government Proposes Significant Water Cuts for Colorado River Basin States

The U.S. government has announced a new proposal to manage the Colorado River, which is experiencing severe drought conditions. This plan involves significant water supply cuts for the Lower Basin states of Arizona, California, and Nevada. The proposal, released by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, aims to address the ongoing water shortages by setting limits on the river's operation and adjusting annual water releases from Lake Powell. The plan suggests annual releases between 5 and 12 million acre-feet, a change from the previous average of 7.5 million acre-feet. The proposal also anticipates water shortages of up to 3 million acre-feet per year for the Lower Basin states. This intervention comes after the seven basin states failed to reach a consensus on water sharing, despite over three years of negotiations.
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Metallic Minerals' La Plata Project Joins DOE AI Initiative for Critical Minerals Exploration

Metallic Minerals' La Plata Project Joins DOE AI Initiative for Critical Minerals Exploration

Metallic Minerals' La Plata Project Joins DOE AI Initiative for Critical Minerals Exploration
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Heat Wave Puts 39 Million Americans Under Alerts as Temperatures Soar

Heat Wave Puts 39 Million Americans Under Alerts as Temperatures Soar

A severe heat wave is affecting parts of the United States, with over 39 million people under heat alerts. Temperatures have soared above 100°F in several areas, with a high of 119°F recorded near Topock, Arizona, and Tecopa, California. The 'heat dome' responsible for these extreme conditions has shifted west, intensifying the heat in the Southwest and expected to expand into the intermountain West and northern High Plains. Extreme heat warnings are in effect across six states, including Arizona, California, and Nevada, with temperatures forecasted to reach 110-120°F in some desert locations.
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Federal Proposal Imposes Water Cuts on Arizona, California, and Nevada to Manage Colorado River

Federal Proposal Imposes Water Cuts on Arizona, California, and Nevada to Manage Colorado River

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has announced a proposal that requires Arizona, California, and Nevada to reduce their water usage from the Colorado River. This measure aims to address the ongoing crisis affecting the river, which is a crucial water source for the Western United States. The proposal spares the Upper Basin states from immediate cuts but emphasizes the need for a long-term management plan. The plan includes potential collective cuts of up to 3 million acre-feet through 2036, depending on hydrological conditions, and allows for variable annual releases from Lake Powell.
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Hoover Dam Closure Continues Amid Equipment Evaluation, No Reopening Date Set

Hoover Dam Closure Continues Amid Equipment Evaluation, No Reopening Date Set

The Hoover Dam, a major tourist attraction located in Black Canyon on the Colorado River near Boulder City, Nevada, remains closed to visitors as federal officials and contractors assess an equipment issue with the dam's cableway system. The closure was first announced on Monday evening, and as of Wednesday, no reopening date has been provided. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, responsible for the dam's operations, has stated that the closure is due to an unexpected movement of the cableway carriage during routine maintenance, which placed additional stress on the system components. This cableway system, which weighs 150 tons, is crucial for moving large equipment and materials across the river. Despite the closure to visitors, the dam and its power plant continue to operate normally.
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Federal Government Proposes Water Cuts in Response to Colorado River Crisis

Federal Government Proposes Water Cuts in Response to Colorado River Crisis

The U.S. government has unveiled a plan to manage the Colorado River crisis, proposing significant water cuts for California, Arizona, and Nevada. The plan aims to address the over-allocation of water rights and the declining levels of Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the river's two largest reservoirs. The proposal spares the upper basin states of Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, and Wyoming from immediate cuts. The plan is part of a 10-year framework that allows for adjustments based on changing conditions, with decisions made every two years. The federal government is expected to release a detailed record of decision soon.
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Federal Plan to Cut Colorado River Water Supply for Arizona, California, and Nevada

Federal Plan to Cut Colorado River Water Supply for Arizona, California, and Nevada

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has introduced a 10-year plan to significantly reduce water allocations from the Colorado River to Arizona, California, and Nevada. This plan, effective through 2036, is a response to severe drought conditions and chronic overuse of the river, which is crucial for water supply, agriculture, and power generation in the region. The proposal outlines potential water shortages of up to 3 million acre-feet annually for the Lower Basin states, nearly doubling the reductions previously suggested by these states. The plan aims to provide operational flexibility for Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the river's two largest reservoirs, which are at risk of dropping to levels that could halt hydroelectric power production.
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Pioneer Minerals Secures $500,000 for US Critical Minerals Exploration

Pioneer Minerals Secures $500,000 for US Critical Minerals Exploration

Pioneer Minerals Secures $500,000 for US Critical Minerals Exploration
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Olympio Metals Acquires Historic Idaho Silver Mine with High-Grade Potential

Olympio Metals Acquires Historic Idaho Silver Mine with High-Grade Potential

Olympio Metals Acquires Historic Idaho Silver Mine with High-Grade Potential
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Northwest Wildfires Burn 1M+ Acres, Smoke Spreads Across U.S.

Northwest Wildfires Burn 1M+ Acres, Smoke Spreads Across U.S.

A record-breaking wildfire season is gripping the Pacific Northwest, with more than 1 million acres burned before August, the region's typical peak fire season. Lightning-sparked blazes, fueled by extreme heat, dry vegetation, low humidity, and gusty winds, continue to spread across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Thick smoke has degraded air quality across multiple states, while firefighters battle dozens of large active fires under the nation's highest wildfire preparedness level.