Southern Humboldt Cannabis Nursery Wins Re-Approval
A Southern Humboldt cannabis nursery has been re-approved after a second review, marking progress in the region's shift to California's licensed cannabis system.
Cannabis Industry
The latest cannabis industry coverage from Humboldt County and the North Coast.
California Legal Cannabis Industry Struggles After 420
California's licensed cannabis market faces mounting pressure from high taxes, falling wholesale prices, and illegal competition as operators fight to survive.
4/20 2026 at Hippie Hill: San Francisco Celebrates Cannabis
Thousands gathered at Golden Gate Park's Hippie Hill for 4/20 2026, as San Francisco's cannabis culture blends counterculture roots with legal market normalcy.
First Time Using Cannabis on 4/20? A Doctor's Safety Tips
A cannabis physician shares essential safety tips for first-time consumers on 4/20, including dosing mistakes that can lead to emergency room visits.
2 New California Cannabis Laws You Need to Know in 2026
Two new California cannabis laws took effect in 2026, changing hiring rules and social equity licensing ahead of the 4/20 holiday weekend.
California Cannabis Legalization: 10 Years Later
California's legal cannabis market hit $5.1B in 2024 sales, yet the illegal market remains 2-3x larger, undercutting licensed dispensaries on price.
California Busts $1.2B in Illegal Cannabis Since Legalization
Governor Newsom touts $1.2 billion in illegal cannabis enforcement, but licensed growers say the black market remains a persistent threat to legal operators.
California's Illegal Cannabis Market Still Dominates in 2026
Despite $5 billion in tax revenue since 2018, California's illegal cannabis market still outsells licensed operators as enforcement reaches only 2% of illegal sites.
Humboldt County Cannabis Community Reflects on 420 in 2026
Humboldt County's 420 was quieter than ever as small cultivators face collapsing prices and corporate consolidation in California's licensed cannabis market.
$1M Grant Funds Sustainable Cannabis Research in Humboldt
A $1 million grant funds research into greener cannabis farming in Humboldt County, helping licensed growers cut their environmental impact while staying profitable.
Harrelson & Maher Blast California Cannabis Taxes at Their Dispensary
Woody Harrelson and Bill Maher smoked joints at their West Hollywood dispensary on 4/20 while criticizing California's cannabis tax structure.
Politicians and Brands Celebrate 4/20 Cannabis Holiday
Governors, state parties, and major brands marked 4/20 in 2026, highlighting cannabis legalization milestones, tax revenue arguments, and expanding markets.
Cal Poly Humboldt Gets $3M Gift for Cannabis Studies Chair
Cal Poly Humboldt received a $3 million gift to endow a permanent cannabis studies professorship, anchoring academic research in the Emerald Triangle.
Trump's Psychedelics Order: Lawmakers & Celebs React
Trump's executive order fast-tracking psychedelic therapy research for veterans draws rare bipartisan praise from lawmakers, officials, and public figures.
Cal Poly Humboldt Gets $3M to Endow First Cannabis Professorship
Cal Poly Humboldt secures a $3 million gift to create the first fully endowed cannabis studies professorship in the United States.
20,000 Cannabis Plants Seized in Alameda County Bust
Alameda County sheriff's deputies shut down three illegal cannabis cultivation sites, seizing roughly 20,000 marijuana plants in a coordinated enforcement sweep.
California DCC Issues 4/20 Cannabis Safety Guidance 2026
California's Department of Cannabis Control urges consumers to buy legal, store safely, and never drive high during the 4/20 holiday weekend.
Sacramento Dispensary 4/20 Sales & Cannabis Deals
Sacramento-area dispensaries are rolling out major 4/20 deals on flower, edibles, vapes, and more across California's licensed cannabis retail market.
California Cannabis Laws to Know for 4/20 2026
California's Department of Cannabis Control outlines possession limits, consumption rules, and driving laws ahead of the 4/20 holiday on Monday.
Snoop Dogg & Xzibit Open New Cannabis Dispensaries in CA
Snoop Dogg and Xzibit are expanding into California's licensed cannabis retail market, opening new dispensary locations as celebrity weed brands grow.
Humboldt County Cannabis Enforcement Targets Alderpoint Road
Humboldt County's Marijuana Enforcement Team is conducting active operations along Alderpoint Road, targeting unlicensed cannabis grows in southern Humboldt.
IRS Bars Cannabis Workers From No Tax on Tips Law
The IRS ruled cannabis workers can't claim the No Tax on Tips benefit due to federal Schedule I status, hitting budtenders and trimmers hardest.
Illegal Cannabis Operation Busted in Humboldt County
Authorities uncovered an unlicensed cannabis grow in Humboldt County with environmental violations, highlighting ongoing struggles in the Emerald Triangle.
CannaLnx Expands Insured Medical Cannabis Access in California
CannaLnx partners with 9 California retailers and delivery services to let insured patients access medical cannabis without out-of-pocket costs.
Coastal California Counties See Unemployment Rise in January
Unemployment rose across California coastal counties in January, squeezing cannabis-dependent economies already hit hard by cratering wholesale flower prices.
Idaho Medical Marijuana Campaign Surpasses 100K Signatures
Idaho's Natural Medicine Alliance has collected over 100,000 signatures to place a medical cannabis measure on the November 2026 ballot before the April 30 deadline.
Glass House and Vireo Merge California Dispensary Networks
Glass House Brands and Vireo Growth are combining California retail operations to cut costs and compete against the unlicensed cannabis market.
Glass House & Vireo Launch California Cannabis Retail JV
Glass House Brands and Vireo Growth form a joint venture to build a major cannabis retail platform in California's competitive dispensary market.
Hawthorne Eyes Cannabis Hub Status as West Hollywood Cools
West Hollywood's cannabis corridor is losing its edge. Hawthorne, 12 miles southwest, is emerging as LA's next serious dispensary destination.
Judge Halts Rhode Island Cannabis Licensing Lottery
A federal judge has blocked Rhode Island from issuing new cannabis retail licenses, freezing a lottery process and leaving dozens of applicants in limbo.
Vaping Cannabis Cuts Harmful Byproducts by 99% vs Joints
A new study finds vaporizing cannabis reduces exposure to harmful inhaled byproducts by up to 99% compared to smoking a joint, pointing to combustion as the real culprit.
Glass House Brands & Vireo Growth Launch CA Retail JV
Glass House Brands and Vireo Growth are launching a California retail joint venture, targeting the state's competitive dispensary market with vertical integration.
Severe Weather Cuts Cannabis Supply Chain in Humboldt
Winter storms closed roads in Humboldt and Del Norte counties, stranding cannabis deliveries and leaving dispensaries scrambling to keep shelves stocked.
Humboldt County Dispensaries Gear Up for 420 Sales
Humboldt County dispensaries are rolling out deals, promotions, and weekend events for 420, the cannabis industry's biggest sales day of the year.
Cannabis Rescheduling Could Cut Costs for Humboldt Dispensaries
If the DEA moves cannabis to Schedule III, Humboldt County dispensaries could finally deduct operating expenses, slashing effective tax rates above 70%.
Texas Hemp Ban Paused by Judge in 2026
A Texas judge blocked new hemp product restrictions with a temporary restraining order, halting rules that would have limited access to THCA flower and similar products.
Humboldt Cultivators Go Global to Escape Cratering Cannabis Prices
As California cannabis prices collapse, lifelong Humboldt County growers are turning to international consulting and licensing deals to survive.
Oregon Legalizes Medical Marijuana in Hospices and Care Facilities
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed HB 4142, allowing registered medical marijuana patients to use cannabis in hospices and health care facilities starting 2027.
Rhode Island Cannabis License Lottery Blocked by Federal Judge
A federal judge halted Rhode Island's marijuana retail license lottery, freezing 20 new licenses amid lawsuits challenging the state's residency requirements.
Pennsylvania Governor Pushes Hard for Cannabis Legalization
Gov. Josh Shapiro is pressuring Pennsylvania legislators to pass marijuana legalization, citing lost tax revenue to neighboring states with legal markets.
By Jesse Marsh
3-D Printed Marijuana Breathalyzer Can Detect THC Roadside
A VCU study funded by the DOJ reveals a 3-D printed, inhaler-like device that detects THC in breath samples without a secondary lab.
By Kira Tanaka
Texas Hemp Businesses Sue Over THCA Flower Ban Rules
Texas hemp businesses filed suit against state agencies, claiming new rules redefining legal hemp products exceeded regulatory authority and threaten the THCA market.
By Leo Sandoval
Louisiana Bill Would Allow Medical Marijuana in Hospitals
Louisiana's Senate committee approved SB 270, allowing terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis in hospitals via non-combustible products.
By Tomas Reyes
Missouri Passes Bill to Ban Intoxicating Hemp THC Products
Missouri lawmakers sent a bill to Gov. Mike Kehoe banning intoxicating hemp THC products from bars, stores, and smoke shops starting November 12.
By Kira Tanaka
Hawaii Senate Pushes Congress to Federally Legalize Marijuana
Hawaii's Senate advanced resolutions urging Congress to deschedule cannabis, expunge conviction records, and fix banking barriers for legal dispensaries.
By Noor Hassani
New Attorney General Could Stall Cannabis Rescheduling
A potential AG swap from Bondi to Zeldin adds uncertainty to cannabis rescheduling, with major tax implications for operators under IRC 280E.
By Maya Flores
FBI Memo: Agents Can Invest in Hemp But Not Marijuana
A newly declassified 2022 FBI memo reveals agents can invest in hemp companies freely but are banned from any marijuana involvement, even in legal states.
By Kira Tanaka
Hemp Products Now Eligible as Medicare Advantage Benefits
CMS finalized a rule allowing hemp seed products as covered benefits under Medicare Advantage's SSBCI program for chronically ill enrollees.
By Maya Flores
MA Cannabis Businesses Sue to Block Legalization Rollback
Massachusetts cannabis businesses filed suit to block a ballot initiative that would repeal the state's recreational marijuana law before November voters.
By Ray Petrovic
Zeldin as AG Could Stall Cannabis Rescheduling Efforts
Trump's reported consideration of Lee Zeldin as Attorney General raises concerns for cannabis rescheduling advocates awaiting Schedule III status.
By Kira Tanaka
Virginia Posts Cannabis Regulatory Jobs Amid Sales Bill Deadline
Virginia's Cannabis Control Authority posted nearly a dozen regulatory job openings as Gov. Spanberger nears her April 13 deadline to act on adult-use sales legislation.
By Tomas Reyes
Missouri Senate Passes Ban on Intoxicating Hemp THC Products
Missouri's Senate passed a bill limiting hemp THC products to 0.4mg per container and restricting sales to licensed marijuana dispensaries.