- August 17, 2023
- Steve
California’s Social Equity Fee Waiver – Late Is Better Than Never
In a move that brought Old Guard California Cannabis a bittersweet assessment, the Cannabis Authority announced on January 1, 2022, that it would waive licensing fees for cannabis companies affected…
Read More- June 16, 2023
- Alexandra Solorio
Santa Monica, California’s First Licensed Dispensary Opens Years After Approval
While there are delivery services and dozens of pharmacies operating nearby, the first licensed medical cannabis dispensary will open in Santa Monica, California, very close to Venice and the surrounding…
Read More- December 22, 2022
- Steve
Earthquake Rocks California’s Famed Emerald Triangle
California’s famous Emerald Triangle cannabis-growing region was hit by an earthquake early Tuesday morning that killed two local residents and left tens of thousands without electricity. The quake, which he…
Read More- October 6, 2022
- Steve
California’s Newsom Signs Bill To Offer Alternative Plea For Those Facing Drug Charges
California Governor Gavin Newsom has drawn praise from drug reform advocates after he signed a bill last month that would create alternative petition options for individuals facing certain drug convictions.…
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