Harborside in Oakland aims to be first to sell recreational marijuana legally
Traditionally, the first baby born after the stroke of midnight on Jan. 1 is the big news story of the day on New Year’s. But in California, and in Oakland, specifically, the first ounce of recreational marijuana sold legally is the story that is sure to grab the biggest headlines.
Traditionally, the first baby born after the stroke of midnight on Jan. 1 is the big news story of the day on New Year’s. But in California, and in Oakland, specifically, the first ounce of recreational marijuana sold legally is the story that is sure to grab the biggest headlines.
Cannabis businesses prohibited in unincorporated Marin
As New Year's Day approaches, Marin County officials want the public to know that cannabis-related business activity will still be prohibited in unincorporated Marin.
As New Year's Day approaches, Marin County officials want the public to know that cannabis-related business activity will still be prohibited in unincorporated Marin.
Medical marijuana users flock to dispensaries ahead of new pot regulations
The countdown to cannabis legalization is underway in California and Harborside in Oakland is seeing a rush of customers before new regulations go into effect.
The countdown to cannabis legalization is underway in California and Harborside in Oakland is seeing a rush of customers before new regulations go into effect.
Medley of agencies tasked with enforcing California pot laws
Licensed businesses around California can begin legally growing and selling marijuana for recreational use Monday, and a hodgepodge of enforcement agencies will be trying to make sure they adhere to a slew of new pot laws.
Licensed businesses around California can begin legally growing and selling marijuana for recreational use Monday, and a hodgepodge of enforcement agencies will be trying to make sure they adhere to a slew of new pot laws.
Why cannabis dispensaries are seeing a rush of medical card seekers
The cannabis countdown to legalization is underway as the state prepares to allow recreational use on Monday. Dispensaries are already seeing a rush of medical customers before new restrictions go into effect.
The cannabis countdown to legalization is underway as the state prepares to allow recreational use on Monday. Dispensaries are already seeing a rush of medical customers before new restrictions go into effect.
San Francisco to launch awareness campaign for youth on cannabis risks
SAN FRANCISCO (BCN) With California poised to legalize the adult use of marijuana on Jan. 1, San Francisco officials today announced a campaign aimed at informing young people about the changes in the law and the potential legal and health risks of cannabis use.
SAN FRANCISCO (BCN) With California poised to legalize the adult use of marijuana on Jan. 1, San Francisco officials today announced a campaign aimed at informing young people about the changes in the law and the potential legal and health risks of cannabis use.
Toking & driving on the rise in California, new breathalyzers expected
With California marijuana use likely to pick up after the new year, when cannabis will be legal for recreational use, police are expecting a lot more DUIs.
With California marijuana use likely to pick up after the new year, when cannabis will be legal for recreational use, police are expecting a lot more DUIs.
California authorities seize pot from licensed company
Two employees of a Northern California business have been arrested and a large amount of marijuana has been seized despite it having a local pot license.
Two employees of a Northern California business have been arrested and a large amount of marijuana has been seized despite it having a local pot license.
Tahoe ski resorts ask guests to leave their weed at home
Ski resorts near Lake Tahoe are asking people to leave their marijuana at home as recreational weed will soon be available on both sides of the California-Nevada border. The Reno Gazette-Journal reports that even with access to marijuana increasing, ski resorts are maintaining current policies that restrict intoxicated people from taking to the slopes. California Ski Industry Association...
Ski resorts near Lake Tahoe are asking people to leave their marijuana at home as recreational weed will soon be available on both sides of the California-Nevada border. The Reno Gazette-Journal reports that even with access to marijuana increasing, ski resorts are maintaining current policies that restrict intoxicated people from taking to the slopes. California Ski Industry Association...
World's largest marijuana economy about to kick off
When the world’s largest pot economy kicks off in less than a month, people over the age of 21 will be able to grow six marijuana plants at home and legally possess up to an ounce of weed.
When the world’s largest pot economy kicks off in less than a month, people over the age of 21 will be able to grow six marijuana plants at home and legally possess up to an ounce of weed.
California gets ready to ignite cannabis culinary-arts scene
The sauvignon blanc boasts brassy, citrus notes, but with one whiff, it's apparent this is no normal Sonoma County wine. It's infused with THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana that provides the high.
The sauvignon blanc boasts brassy, citrus notes, but with one whiff, it's apparent this is no normal Sonoma County wine. It's infused with THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana that provides the high.
California's top marijuana regulator talks legalization
California's legal pot market opens for business on Jan. 1. The day will be a milestone, but what exactly will happen then and, especially, in the weeks and months to come is unclear.
California's legal pot market opens for business on Jan. 1. The day will be a milestone, but what exactly will happen then and, especially, in the weeks and months to come is unclear.
Cannabis dinners a high point in Bay Area dining scene
Put aside your stale jokes about stoners getting the munchies and pigging out on Taco Bell or pizza. Or college students baking pot brownies at the fraternity house. The Bay Area is Ground Zero for cannabis cuisine.
Put aside your stale jokes about stoners getting the munchies and pigging out on Taco Bell or pizza. Or college students baking pot brownies at the fraternity house. The Bay Area is Ground Zero for cannabis cuisine.
State officials discuss rules, fees for cannabis businesses
With the Jan. 1 start date for legal sales of recreational marijuana in California fast approaching, dozens of current and potential cannabis entrepreneurs came to a summit in Oakland today to hear state officials explain the rules they must follow and the fees they must pay.
With the Jan. 1 start date for legal sales of recreational marijuana in California fast approaching, dozens of current and potential cannabis entrepreneurs came to a summit in Oakland today to hear state officials explain the rules they must follow and the fees they must pay.
California issues 1st licenses for legal pot market
LOS ANGELES (AP) - California's legal marijuana market is finally, fitfully, taking shape.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - California's legal marijuana market is finally, fitfully, taking shape.
Pot delivery driver robbed at gunpoint in Concord
Police in Concord said two men who robbed a marijuana delivery driver at gunpoint is the latest in a string of similar crimes the city has seen since April.
Police in Concord said two men who robbed a marijuana delivery driver at gunpoint is the latest in a string of similar crimes the city has seen since April.
‘Cannabis Equity' programs aims to advance women, minorities in legal weed business
When Sam Love was in a car accident 20 years ago, she sustained third-degree burns over 60 percent of her body. In addition to the physical disfigurement, she said she suffered low self-esteem and anxiety following the accident.
When Sam Love was in a car accident 20 years ago, she sustained third-degree burns over 60 percent of her body. In addition to the physical disfigurement, she said she suffered low self-esteem and anxiety following the accident.
Cotati City Council approves recreational cannabis sales by its sole dispensary
Cotati on Tuesday became the first city in Sonoma County to allow sales of recreational cannabis to adults in 2018.
Cotati on Tuesday became the first city in Sonoma County to allow sales of recreational cannabis to adults in 2018.
Cheech Marin touts state website for California pot businesses
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Comedian and legendary stoner Cheech Marin doesn't want your pot business to go up in smoke.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Comedian and legendary stoner Cheech Marin doesn't want your pot business to go up in smoke.
Benicia City Council votes against cannabis dispensaries downtown
The Benicia City Council has voted against allowing cannabis dispensaries in the downtown area.
The Benicia City Council has voted against allowing cannabis dispensaries in the downtown area.