No study needed: Stoned drivers pose deadly threat
The Associated Press recently disclosed the results of two new studies attempting to determine the impact on traffic deaths in states that have legalized recreational marijuana.
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Over 10,700 illegal marijuana plants eradicated in Humboldt County
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More than 10,700 pot plants were eradicated in Humboldt County during an investigation of illegal cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area, authorities said Thursday.
2019 Monterey County Crop Report lists leaf lettuce in top spot, cannabis in fifth
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The 2019 Monterey County Crop Report released Tuesday shows the overall production value of the agriculture industry in the county was up 3.5% to $4.4 billion.
Recreational pot laws may boost traffic deaths, studies say
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Laws legalizing recreational marijuana may lead to more traffic deaths, two new studies suggest, although questions remain about how they might influence driving habits.
Recreational marijuana laws may boost traffic deaths, studies say
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Laws legalizing recreational marijuana may lead to more traffic deaths, two new studies suggest, although questions remain about how they might influence driving habits.
Sheriff: 2 tons of pot, $1 million seized from Chinese operation in California
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Nineteen people were arrested after 23 search warrants were served Friday.
Sheriff: 2 tons of pot, $1 million seized from Chinese operation in Southern California
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Nineteen people were arrested after 23 search warrants were served Friday.
Colorado lawmakers let governor mass-pardon marijuana possession convictions
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The governor would be able to mass-pardon marijuana convictions for possession of 2 ounces or less if he signs a bill that gives him that authority.
Reward offered after San Jose man goes missing in Mendocino County
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A search of the greenhouse property during a raid last month turned up no sign of Medina.
Despite legalization, people of color still disproportionately targeted for marijuana, new studies say
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Marijuana legalization has been touted as one way to unravel the consequences of the war on drugs, but two new studies suggest that the communities most harmed by the nearly 50-year crusade — namely people of color — are not reaping the benefits.
San Jose man kidnapped from Mendocino County marijuana grow site, sheriff’s office says
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The suspect allegedly threatened to shoot the 23-year-old victim if he didn’t pay $30,000
Denver’s marijuana businesses lack diversity in ownership and employment, city study finds
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The majority of Denver’s cannabis-focused businesses are owned and staffed by white residents, leading to a lack of opportunities for people of color to get involved in the industry, according to a city study released Monday.
Study: Cannabis was used at biblical site in Israel
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Once the cannabis and animal feces were set afire, the waste could have allowed a slow, low temperature burn that was conducive to group inhalation, the study suggested.
Security Guard at San Jose’s largest dispensary tests positive for COVID-19
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A security guard at San Jose’s largest marijuana dispensary, Caliva, has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a company spokesperson.
Buzz kill: Massachusetts’ pot shops reopen, but some fear another shutdown
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BOSTON (AP) — Marijuana shops in many states have enjoyed brisk business during the coronavirus pandemic. In New England? Not so much.
California joins push to let cannabis businesses use banks as part of coronavirus relief
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Banking access including in House’s latest stimulus bill, though Senate Republicans say proposal is DOA.
Banking for marijuana companies included in Congress’ new $3 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill
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Cannabis industry advocates applauded House Democrats on Tuesday after a new $3 trillion federal stimulus bill included provisions to allow marijuana businesses access to banking.
Search for missing San Jose man leads to raid of marijuana farm
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Victor Medina’s family last month reported him missing, and San Jose police believed he had been working at the Mendocino County grow.
San Francisco gets alcohol, tobacco and marijuana for addicts quarantined in hotels
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San Francisco is using private donations to deliver alcohol, tobacco and medical marijuana to a few dozen people dealing with addiction as they isolate or quarantine in city-leased hotel rooms during the pandemic, officials confirmed Wednesday.
Milpitas council kills cannabis sales tax measure proposal
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Councilman Anthony Phan said Tuesday it was clear community and council support for the latest proposal just wasn’t there.
How Denver businesses plan to deal with face mask enforcement
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On the eve of a requirement for Denverites to wear face masks in public places, business owners say they’re not overly concerned with compliance despite controversy in other parts of the United States.
Milpitas City Council to again weigh cannabis sales tax ballot measure
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The issue of whether to sanction marijuana business in the city has been contentious.
Alameda County judge orders thousands of marijuana cases reduced
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Move follows 2016 passage of Proposition 64; prosecutors had until July 1 to implement law
El Paso County breaks up three illegal marijuana grows
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Three illegal marijuana growing operations were uncovered and raided in El Paso County on Wednesday with more than 700 plants, worth an estimated $700,000, seized.
Coding and cannabis: Santa Clara County to expunge thousands of marijuana convictions
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With judge’s signature, District Attorney’s Office will use coding created in-house to automate the deletion of 13,000 convictions from local and federal law-enforcement databases.
Second Colorado dispensary will soon begin offering marijuana delivery
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Boulder will soon be home to two dispensaries legally delivering medical marijuana.
Owner of High Times magazine scores 13 California marijuana dispensaries
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The owner of High Times is going to start selling marijuana after championing its use in the pages of its magazine for nearly half a century.
Detectives bust illegal marijuana grow operation in Santa Ana
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Community complaints regarding an illegal business drew vice and narcotics detectives to the facility in the 2000 block of South Ritchey, according to a Santa Ana Police Department statement.
Chronic in the time of COVID-19: 4/20 goes digital
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Instead, the party is moving online, with help of sponsor Weedmaps, and featuring appearances and performances from Mike Tyson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Erykah Badu and Wiz Khalifa.
This 4/20, munchie food deals replace the canceled cannabis celebrations
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Del Taco, Blaze Pizza, Ike’s, Panda Express, Smashburger offer shelter-at-home offers for the coronavirus era
How 4/20 became ‘Weed Day’
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So how did the number 420 come to represent smoking pot?
Top 20 stoner movies that will keep you couch-locked
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Have a blazin’ 4/20.
California’s marijuana 4/20 celebrations go virtual as industry adjusts to new reality
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Coronavirus adds pressure to struggling industry while giving some companies a chance to shine.
Cannabis 4/20 celebrations go virtual as industry adjusts to new reality
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Coronavirus adds pressure to struggling industry while giving some companies a chance to shine.
Denver risking tax dollars by “ineffectively” auditing marijuana businesses, city auditor alleges
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Denver’s process for auditing marijuana businesses is inadequate and has potentially cost the city countless tax dollars allocated for public service programs, the city auditor alleged Thursday.
Denver marijuana dispensaries see increase in burglaries during coronavirus pandemic
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Dispensaries and cultivations reported 10 burglaries in the first two weeks of April, Denver police said. That’s up from eight burglaries reported during the whole month of April 2019.
Colorado’s marijuana businesses should be eligible for federal coronavirus aid, Polis tells Congress
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Colorado’s cannabis industry is allowed to remain open to provide “critical” services during the coronavirus pandemic, but because marijuana is a federally controlled substance, dispensaries and other businesses are ineligible to receive stimulus funds to help offset the economic impacts caused by COVID-19.
Coronavirus: San Francisco cancels 4/20 celebration, violators will be cited
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Mayor London Breed said “the consequences could be deadly” if people gathered in San Francisco for a 4/20 celebration.
Smoking marijuana and coronavirus: Even occasional use raises risk of Covid-19 complications
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If you’re smoking weed to ease your stress during the coronavirus pandemic, experts say it’s time to think twice.
Colorado’s marijuana businesses can remain open during pandemic, but they say they’re still struggling
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Despite brief, panic-induced surges in business, many contend the cannabis industry is still struggling as Coloradans stay home and job losses mount in a crashing economy.
Family missing from Thornton is found crossing the U.S. border into Mexico
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A family, parents and a toddler, missing from Thornton have been found crossing the U.S. border into Mexico.
Santa Clara County shutters recreational marijuana take-out under COVID-19 shutdown
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Industry advocates questioned the county’s motive, but the county says the shutdown is to protect against coronavirus spread.
These Silicon Valley businesses are booming in the coronavirus era
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For some Bay Area businesses, COVID-19 and efforts to contain it have been a boon, boosting their popularity if not yet their revenue
Colorado dispensaries say coronavirus pandemic is making case for marijuana delivery
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As the coronavirus pandemic disrupts daily life and commerce in Colorado, many in the state’s marijuana industry believe it makes the case for allowing dispensaries to begin delivering to customers’ homes now.
Denver’s stay-at-home order triggered huge sales — and safety concerns — for city’s cannabis businesses
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On Monday, Denver dispensaries saw their biggest sales day of the year so far, according to data firm Flowhub. Sales were up 140% compared to an average Monday, the company reported.
After panicked crowds swarm Denver liquor stores and dispensaries, mayor reverses order to close both
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Liquor stores and recreational marijuana dispensaries are considered non-essential businesses.
Can marijuana dispensaries stay open during Colorado’s coronavirus crisis? It depends.
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In-person sales are limited to medical patients only; recreational customers must order in advance for curbside pickup.
Liquor stores, recreational dispensaries to close in Denver until mid-April
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Liquor stores and recreational marijuana dispensaries are considered non-essential businesses.
A marijuana shop at your door: Home delivery in California surges amid outbreak
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One company rushed to expand its delivery fleet. Another has seen sales triple. The global coronavirus pandemic has left millions of people locked out of bars, restaurants and theaters, but it’s been an unexpected boost for some U.S. pot shops.
A pot shop at your door: Home delivery surges amid outbreak
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — One company rushed to expand its delivery fleet. Another has seen sales triple. The global coronavirus pandemic has left millions of people locked out of bars, restaurants and theaters, but it’s been an unexpected boost for some U.S. pot shops.
