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Signature gatherers are gearing up to put a marijuana initiative on the November ballot in Encinitas. Encinitas is likely to be the second city, after Vista, to see a recreational marijuana initiative campaign this year. -
In recent research from UC San Diego’s Center for Medical Cannabis Research, doctors are finding cannabis useful in treating chronic pain and weaning people off of opioids. But they are running into barriers when it comes to advancing that research. Meanwhile, some patients say the research is saving their lives. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe council did approve allowing medical marijuana cultivation, testing, distribution, manufacturing and nurseries within the city of Oceanside following the approval of a regulatory fee schedule. -
Weedmaps is a go-to website for people looking to find a marijuana shop. With a few clicks on a cellphone, customers can find virtually any type of cannabis product, along with the fastest route to the place selling it and ratings from other consumers to help them decide what to buy. -
KPBS Midday EditionOceanside’s Planning Commission recommends the city council approve a proposed medicinal marijuana ordinance. If passed, it would become the fifth city in San Diego County to allow licensed medicinal marijuana dispensaries.
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The first month of legal recreational marijuana sales in San Diego brought in just under $360,000 from a voter-approved cannabis business tax. The money could help fund raises for San Diego police officers. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe Chula Vista City Council votes to allow sales and cultivation of recreational pot, as long as voters allow it to be taxed. -
Business leaders will gather Thursday in Chula Vista to discuss the possible economic boon that the legal marijuana industry could spark in South County.
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KPBS Midday EditionThis year, the cannabis industry can legally throw money into politics in California, and candidates can legally accept it. One race where marijuana money may flow is the race to replace San Diego County Supervisor Bill Horn. -
The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and defense attorneys are working to dismiss or reduce thousands of marijuana convictions.
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