In Booming Central Texas, Wastewater Is Polluting Rivers and Streams
A bill in the Texas Legislature would protect the last 21 pristine watersheds. But for years, previous attempts have been defeated by powerful homebuilders.
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A Watchdog in the Water Wars
Flooding and bureaucracy drove Mary Kelleher to run for a spot on a powerful North Texas river agency board.
Breaking the Brazos
Development is straining the river that Spanish explorers once called "the Arms of God."
How To Prevent the Next Water Crisis
Amid droughts, climate change and development, Todd Votteler has ideas for how Texas can prevent future conflict over resources.
Wastewater Threatens Texas Streams
Cities have long dumped their wastewater into streams and rivers. Even treated, the wastewater can pollute waterways and contaminate aquifers.