420 origins traced to San Rafael's 'Waldos'
Where did 420 originate? The cannabis term started with a group of high school jokesters in the Bay Area.
Church of Ambrosia to offer series for those celebrating 4/20 on Hippie Hill
Despite San Francisco canceling its official 4/20 event in Golden Gate Park this year, people will still show up. And the Church of Ambrosia said it will be ready for them.
First annual San Francisco Weed Week to kick off this month
Cannabis fans will have an opportunity to celebrate in San Francisco after all; the city announced that its annual 420 event in Golden Gate Park would be canceled this year due to budget cuts, but the cannabis community had another idea in mind.
San Francisco 4/20 event canceled at Hippie Hill
In a surprise announcement Tuesday, organizers of the annual 4/20 Hippie Hill event in Golden Gate Park said the cannabis celebration will not be happening as planned this year.
‘Stoner eclipse’: 420 Day this year is a palindrome that won’t happen again for 1,000 years
420 Day as a palindrome won't happen again for 1,000 years.
Man burned in fire at Berkeley THC extraction facility
A man with his hands on fire was seen running out of a Berkeley facility that is used to extract THC for cannabis products on Thursday.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Officer Tuan Le murder suspects plead not guilty
The three defendants charged with the murder of Oakland police Officer Tuan Le pleaded not guilty on Thursday.
Cannabis courses offered at CSU East Bay in Hayward
If you're a student looking to get certified, Friday is the last day to enroll this session for the cannabis education program at Cal State East Bay.
Former Oakland and San Francisco cop now manages cannabis industry security
Safety concerns over the cannabis industry are top of mind after an Oakland police officer was killed while responding to a burglary at a cannabis business on Dec. 29.
Bill reintroduced to legalize cannabis cafes in California
An elected official in San Francisco is bringing back a bill that aims to legalize cannabis cafes in the state of California.
Two men charged with murder in connection to OPD officer's slaying, D.A. seeks enhancement
Two men are charged with murder and special circumstances by Alameda County D.A. in connection to the slaying of an Oakland police officer. Police say there may be more arrests coming in this case.
Cannabis business burglarized before death of Oakland officer says it's not the first time
It didn't surprise cannabis-related business owner Jessie Grundy when he learned his spot on the Embarcadero had been hit on Friday morning. It happened right before Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le responded and was shot and killed.
Cannabis and crime- is there a relationship?
Since its legalization, many Oakland cannabis shops have been targeted by criminals. Whether crime has increased because of legalization, folks on the streets of Oakland had some differing and compelling opinions.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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 says he's 'giving up smoke'
The rapper shared the news on Instagram, which received lots of fan reactions.