Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges in DC, federal lands
"Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities," Biden said. "It’s time that we right these wrongs."
"Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities," Biden said. "It’s time that we right these wrongs."
New California laws will protect workers who use marijuana off-the-job
Gov. Newsom signed two bills into law related to cannabis use. One prevents employers from asking job applicants about their past marijuana use. Another law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees for cannabis use, off the job and away from work.
Gov. Newsom signed two bills into law related to cannabis use. One prevents employers from asking job applicants about their past marijuana use. Another law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees for cannabis use, off the job and away from work.
Union City neighbors angry over planned marijuana dispensary in their backyards
More than 2,000 signatures have been collected and shared with Union City officials in protest of the proposed Embarc Cannabis store at Cherrywood Center along Decoto Road.
More than 2,000 signatures have been collected and shared with Union City officials in protest of the proposed Embarc Cannabis store at Cherrywood Center along Decoto Road.
3 Oakland teens arrested after driver rams car into Union City cannabis dispensary
Three Oakkland teens were arrested on Tuesday after a driver rammed a car into a Union City cannabis dispensary, leaving products and merchandise scattered all over the ground. It's the third time Flor dispensary has been hit in the last two years.
Three Oakkland teens were arrested on Tuesday after a driver rammed a car into a Union City cannabis dispensary, leaving products and merchandise scattered all over the ground. It's the third time Flor dispensary has been hit in the last two years.
Snoop Dogg's 'quit smoking' announcement turns out to be an ad
Snoop Dogg's recent announcement of giving up smoking took a surprising turn as it was revealed to be a clever advertising move.
Snoop Dogg's recent announcement of giving up smoking took a surprising turn as it was revealed to be a clever advertising move.
Snoop Dogg says he's 'giving up smoke'
The rapper shared the news on Instagram, which received lots of fan reactions.
The rapper shared the news on Instagram, which received lots of fan reactions.
Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use
Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.
Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.
Cannabis candies found after kids attend Halloween event at Alameda school
Cannabis-infused fruit chews were found among candy that elementary school children received at an event organized by a PTA on Alameda over the weekend, according to the city's school district.
Cannabis-infused fruit chews were found among candy that elementary school children received at an event organized by a PTA on Alameda over the weekend, according to the city's school district.
Michigan dog attacks, nearly kills owner after being fed THC gummy
In Michigan, a dog's life-threatening attack on its owner unfolded after the animal ingested a THC-infused gummy.
In Michigan, a dog's life-threatening attack on its owner unfolded after the animal ingested a THC-infused gummy.
Gov. Newsom vetoes Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblyman Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblyman Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
$36.9 million of cannabis found in Oakland warehouse
Officials raided an Oakland warehouse that allegedly contained more than 41,000 cannabis plant sand almost a ton of processed marijuana, authorities said.
Officials raided an Oakland warehouse that allegedly contained more than 41,000 cannabis plant sand almost a ton of processed marijuana, authorities said.
DA sues Livermore company over flavored vapes, synthetic cannabis
Alameda County on Wednesday announced it is suing a Livermore company, accusing it of illegally selling flavored vapes to children and synthetic cannabis products.
Alameda County on Wednesday announced it is suing a Livermore company, accusing it of illegally selling flavored vapes to children and synthetic cannabis products.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Dozens of smuggled people found working in ‘horrible’ conditions at illegal California pot plant
Dozens of people who apparently were smuggled into the United States were found working and living in "horrible" conditions at an illegal marijuana plant in California’s Central Valley, authorities said Thursday.
Dozens of people who apparently were smuggled into the United States were found working and living in "horrible" conditions at an illegal marijuana plant in California’s Central Valley, authorities said Thursday.
Edibles recalled in Michigan after containing 200 mg of THC per serving
The packaging on the edibles also didn't state it was a marijuana-containing product, despite being named "The Weed Bar."
The packaging on the edibles also didn't state it was a marijuana-containing product, despite being named "The Weed Bar."
Break-in at Union City cannabis dispensary leads to shooting
An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the police department said Friday.
An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the police department said Friday.
Feds: Stop making marijuana edibles that look like kids’ snacks
Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.
Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.
State cannabis control department processing evidence in massive Contra Costa County raid
California's Department of Cannabis Control is processing evidence from a massive crackdown on illegal cannabis operations in Contra Costa County.
California's Department of Cannabis Control is processing evidence from a massive crackdown on illegal cannabis operations in Contra Costa County.
Drug 'super lab' disguised as pizza shop busted by LAPD
What appeared to be a typical pizza place in North Hollywood turned out to be a drug "super lab," according to the LAPD.
What appeared to be a typical pizza place in North Hollywood turned out to be a drug "super lab," according to the LAPD.
‘What’s next? Are they going to bring a crane?’ Criminals target Oakland cannabis business using a forklift
Oakland police are investigating three separate crimes against cannabis businesses in West Oakland. The businesses were targeted overnight and one case involves the use of a forklift.
Oakland police are investigating three separate crimes against cannabis businesses in West Oakland. The businesses were targeted overnight and one case involves the use of a forklift.