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As climate changes make desert water scarce, the debate over livestock vs. wildlife heats up

Man-made guzzlers are often the only sources of water for bighorn sheep and other endangered animals in Southern California deserts. Now, the unprecedented drought across the West is putting them at risk.
Biden promises protections for Nevada's Spirit Mountain

Biden promises protections for Nevada's Spirit Mountain

But the president stopped short of designating the ecologically and cultural important region, also known as Avi Kwa Ame, as a national monument.
Wild Olympics plan unveiled — 126,000 acres proposed for wilderness

Wild Olympics plan unveiled — 126,000 acres proposed for wilderness

The plan would also protect 19 rivers. It has been exhaustively vetted on the Peninsula, with support ranging from Indian tribes to small and large businesses, as well as the mayors of timber communities.

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