Many people consider the December solstice to be the official start of winter, but for meteorologists, the new season kicks off weeks before the astronomical event. Also, the Biden administration is trying to throw a Hail Mary to save the Colorado River before Trump takes over. A new operating plan for the river must be in place by August 2026, a few months before the current agreement expires.

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