Trump Order Triggers Massive Water Release from California Dams, Catching Officials Off Guard
Federal authorities abruptly increased water flows from two Tulare County dams following directions from former President Trump, who claimed the military had 'turned on the water' in California. The unusual releases, which caught local irrigation officials by surprise, highlight ongoing tensions between federal and state water management policies.
California's Water Crisis Devastates Farm Values as Groundwater Restrictions Take Hold
California's San Joaquin Valley farmers face financial ruin as groundwater pumping limits crater land values and threaten loan defaults. The crisis stems from decades of aquifer depletion, forcing difficult transitions that may permanently reshape the agricultural landscape.
Rural Schools Combat Student Mental Health Crisis with Community-Based Solutions
In California's Central Valley, rural communities are implementing innovative mental health support programs directly within schools to address rising student mental health challenges. Through initiatives like the Rural Access to Mental Health Professionals program, local community members are trained to provide sustainable, culturally-informed mental health services.