Cannabis
Discussing all things cannabis in Northern California
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Jul- 2024 -28 July
Remembering the Time it Rained 6,000 Pounds of Marijuana on Yosemite
Photo: Rick Schloss In 1977, Yosemite National Park was a much different place. Rock climbers traveled the world over to…
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8 July
Take a Tour Through the Cannabis Farms of Northern California’s Emerald Triangle
Photo: The Mendocino Experience You’ve undoubtedly heard of the world-class wine tours held in Napa Valley, highlighting the famed vineyards…
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Apr- 2024 -20 April
How a Group of High Schoolers Coined the Term “420” in Northern California in the 1970’s
The number 420 is the international number associated with cannabis. At 4:20 pm, marijuana aficionados are likely consuming their favorite…
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Feb- 2024 -6 February
Humboldt Cannabis Grower Settles for $750,000 in Environmental Violation Case
Humboldt County cannabis grower Joshua Sweet has agreed to a hefty $750,000 settlement with state officials for significant water rights…
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Jan- 2024 -28 January
Humboldt Cannabis Farmer Ordered to Pay $1.75 Million for Environmental Violations
A Humboldt County Superior Court judge has approved a settlement requiring a cannabis cultivator to pay a fine of $1.75…
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Oct- 2023 -1 October
California Wildlife Officers Crack Down on Illegal Cannabis Operations
In a series of targeted enforcement actions, wildlife officers from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Marijuana Enforcement…
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Sep- 2023 -14 September
Amsterdam-Style Cannabis Cafes Could be Coming to California. Here’s What to Know.
California may soon see the legalization of cannabis cafes, a potential game-changer for the state’s budding cannabis industry, pending approval…
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Jul- 2023 -17 July
Leader of Marijuana Grow Operation in Shasta Trinity National Forest Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison
Fidel Sanchez-Cruz, a 42-year-old Mexican national, received a sentence of 11 years and three months in prison, along with a…
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May- 2023 -20 May
Viral Video of Law Enforcement Shooting Dog on Legal Cannabis Farm in Trinity County Sparks Outrage
Warning: The video at the bottom of the article may be difficult for some people to watch. On May 2,…
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16 May
Cannabis Prices Have Plummeted in Northern California. Here’s Why.
The cannabis market in Northern California is experiencing a significant decline in prices, with the cost per pound dropping from…
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Feb- 2023 -21 February
California Awards $6 Million to Cannabis and Water Restoration Projects in Northern California
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced the selection of eight projects to receive funding for water conservation,…
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Apr- 2022 -8 April
Cannabis Farm Offering Limited AirBnB Experience in Sonoma County
Cannabis tourism continues to thrive in Northern California, with many farms using their beautiful fields to attract unique tours and…
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Nov- 2021 -9 November
California’s First State-Sanctioned Cannabis Competition is Now Open
Photo by Esteban Lopez California’s first-ever cannabis competition is now open to legal growers, paving the way for cannabis to become…
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Sep- 2021 -23 September
With the South Fork Eel River Drying Up, Illegal Marijuana Grows Continue to Steal Water
Press Release from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife: On Sept. 20, 2021, wildlife officers with the California Department…
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21 September
California State Fair Announces First-Ever Cannabis Competition
The CA State Fair today announced the addition of the first-ever, state-sanctioned cannabis competition and awards. The CA State Fair…
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19 September
Creating Cannabis Experiences with Amy O’Connor of Humboldt Social. Plus, NorCal Has a New Wolf Pack | Talking NorCal
On this episode of Talking NorCal, Zach and Bob discuss the news of the week including Northern California’s newest wolf…
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1 September
State Park Peace Officers Uncover Illegal Cannabis Grow at Sonoma Coast State Park
California State Park Peace Officers uncovered an illegal cannabis grow site within Sonoma Coast State Park on Tuesday, August 17.…
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Aug- 2021 -19 August
A Brand-New Cannabis Themed Hotel is Coming to Northern California
With the legalization of recreational cannabis in California, the area known as the Emerald Triangle in Northern California is finally…
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19 August
640,000 Illegal Marijuana Plants Eradicated in Humboldt County
During the week of August 9-12, 2021, deputies with the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) conducted multiple…
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9 August
Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites a Stain on Northern California’s Public Lands
Illegal grow site in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest By Jane Hendron – U.S. Fish and Wildlife At first glance, California’s…
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Jul- 2021 -15 July
Wildlife Officials Raid NorCal Cannabis Farms with Environmental Violations
Photo: CDFW On July 9, 2021, wildlife officers with the California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) served three search…
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8 July
Northern California Town to Host its First All Cannabis Farmer’s Market
Photo by Add Weed On Saturday, July 10, Laytonville will host its first ever Cannabis Farmer’s Market, giving local growers the…
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May- 2021 -18 May
Siskiyou County Sheriff Asks Residents to Stop Aiding Illegal Cannabis Grows
Photo by Matteo Paganelli The Siskiyou County Sheriff is attempting to squeeze out the illegal marijuana grows in the area and…
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10 May
Environmental Crimes Discovered at Illegal Cannabis Grows in Tehama and Shasta Counties
In April, wildlife officers at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) conducted two investigations related to environmental crimes…
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Mar- 2021 -20 March
You Can Be a Judge in This Year’s NorCal Cannabis Cup
High Times is bringing its signature series of cannabis competitions is back to Northern California in 2021. This year, the…
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18 March
Sasquatch: Get a Sneak Peak at Hulu’s New True Crime Documentary About Bigfoot in Northern California
Hollywood is once again diving deep into the world of Bigfoot, this time through a true crime documentary set in…
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Nov- 2020 -7 November
Mexican Nationals Sentenced for Growing 8,656 Marijuana Plants in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
U.S. District Judge Troy L. Nunley sentenced two Mexican nationals on Thursday for a conspiracy to cultivate marijuana, marijuana cultivation in…
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Jul- 2020 -1 July
VIDEO: Smokejumpers Land in a Large Cannabis Grow in Trinity County While Fighting the Flat Fire
As the Flat Fire began to grow quickly in Trinity County this week, the U.S. Forest Service deployed a long…
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Jun- 2020 -29 June
Numerous Environmental Crimes Discovered at Illegal Cannabis Grow in Tehama County
On May 21, wildlife officers at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) served a search warrant in Tehama…
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10 June
High Times Purchasing Two Northern California Marijuana Dispensaries
Instagram/synergy.redding The magazine that’s been promoting marijuana and counter culture for decades is now dipping its toes in the Northern…
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Apr- 2020 -14 April
CDFW Cleans Up Illegal Cannabis Operation at Tehama Wildlife Area
Wildlife officers at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) completed a cleanup of an illegal cannabis operation deep…
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5 April
Officials Estimate that 9 Billion Gallons of Water in California are Diverted for Illegal Pot Grows
California National Guardsmen and volunteers prepare some of the three hundred miles of irrigation line removed from an illegal marijuana…
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Nov- 2019 -18 November
South Lake Tahoe Man Files Injunction After His Proposed Cannabis Business Ranked Dead Last
Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM While potential cannabis businesses in South Lake Tahoe continue to wait to move forward during the application…
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17 November
How Illegal Marijuana Grows are Poisoning Northern California’s Public Lands
Photo: MARK HIGLEY/HOOPA VALLEY TRIBAL FORESTRY When recreational marijuana was legalized in California in 2018, U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott announced…
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