Burnet Wohlford’s family built Escondido’s water supply. More than a century ago, his great-grandfather, Alvin, directed water to the area from the San Luis Rey River along a rock and brush canal.

Sneak peek at upcoming San Diego-area street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows, library events, community meetings and more ...

A plant in a Southern California city that turns ocean water into drinking water could help Arizonans in the future.

As the Iran war widens, experts say the Middle East’s real strategic weak point may be water — not oil. Much of the Gulf’s drinking supply comes from desalination plants ...

Feature environmental documentary to screen on Opening Night, March 19, followed by a filmmaker Q&A. CARLSBAD, CA, ...

In a story published March 8, 2026, about the impact of the war on desalination plants in the Middle East, The Associated Press erroneously cited reports that the Fujairah F1 power and water complex ...

Visiting the Carlsbad Flower Fields in the spring is an annual tradition for many families, and this year they turned out in force for opening day, Sunday March 1. Some dressed in finery, families ...

Over 2 billion people lack safe drinking water, and 3.4 billion lack proper sanitation—key risks for child mortality and stunting. The World Bank Group helps countries improve water and sanitation ...