Maps show states where weed is legal for recreational, medical use
Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
Medical marijuana has been legal in California for more than a quarter of a century, but the impact of the federal ban is still apparent all these years later. One Bay Area man is finally free after serving 15 years in prison for opening a licensed medical cannabis shop.
California schools will get to decide if parents can administer medical marijuana to their children on school campuses.
Former New England Patriots star Rob Gronkowski's "next chapter" involves a campaign to get professional sports leagues to loosen their restrictions on medical cannabis.
California schools may soon allow parents to administer medical marijuana to their children on K-12 campuses.
A Marin County doctor says his research into medical marijuana has identified a compound that can help diabetes patients.
A Santa Rosa kindergartner can continue bringing her cannabis-based drug to her public school, thanks to a judge's ruling on Friday.
Michigan has added several medical conditions to the state's list of ailments which qualify for a medical marijuana prescription.
One of California's best known and longest running cannabis dispensaries won't be forced to shut its doors - at least for now.
Tuesday night the Walnut Creek city council unanimously approved a plan to allow two dispensaries to operate but there will be no storefronts, only deliveries.
A Georgia couple who says they gave their son marijuana to successfully treat his seizures is facing jail time and fighting to regain custody of him after he tested positive for marijuana.
A Georgia couple who says they gave their son marijuana to treat his seizures, is fighting to regain custody of him.
Senate Bill 1127, by Sen. Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, would not permit smoking or "vaping" cannabis products at school, however.
Dennis Peron, an activist who was among the first people to argue for the benefits of marijuana for AIDS patients and helped legalize medical pot in California, died Saturday at 72.
The number of people living with dementia worldwide is expected to triple in the next 50 years. Scientists are intrigued by the possibility that marijuana derivatives may slow dementia's advance.
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern believes medicinal marijuana use by players should be allowed, but the league says it won't allow it for recreational use.
Recreational marijuana becomes legal in California next year and one of the things about to blossom in the emerging industry is government jobs.
A medical marijuana dispensary employee was robbed at gunpoint outside of the building in unincorporated Santa Rosa on Sunday afternoon, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.
One creative marijuana dispensary in the North Bay has changed how it packages its pot as a way to keep the product fresh.
A camp tucked away deep in the Santa Cruz Mountains that has served generations of Boy Scouts is set to have a new beginning as a medical marijuana grow site.
A camp tucked away deep in the Santa Cruz Mountains that has served generations of Boy Scouts is set to have a new beginning as a medical marijuana grow site.
Two men robbed a medical marijuana distribution center near the Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport at gunpoint Thursday evening.
Over the weekend, an unusual first-of-its-kind gala took place in Sonoma County where a remarkable gourmet meal was served at a secret location with a secret ingredient.
Ever since Californians voted to legalize marijuana, more people are embracing it - especially women.
State regulators released draft regulations Friday intended to impose order on the loosely organized marketplace created over two decades ago.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Israel has not yet officially commented on Hamas' response to the reported ceasefire proposal.
A San Francisco-based nonprofit that provides services to the homeless has been suspended amid allegations of fraud and nepotism, officials announced Monday.
A man and two teenage boys were arrested last week for a December assault and robbery in San Mateo, an arrest that also turned up a cache of illegal fireworks, police announced Monday.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
A San Francisco-based nonprofit that provides services to the homeless has been suspended amid allegations of fraud and nepotism, officials announced Monday.
A man and two teenage boys were arrested last week for a December assault and robbery in San Mateo, an arrest that also turned up a cache of illegal fireworks, police announced Monday.
An Oakland Athletics rookie is giving fans a reason to cheer in a season that has been filled with jeers.
A big rig rollover crash Monday morning on Highway 152 near Watsonville is blocking the road in both directions, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A San Francisco-based nonprofit that provides services to the homeless has been suspended amid allegations of fraud and nepotism, officials announced Monday.
A man and two teenage boys were arrested last week for a December assault and robbery in San Mateo, an arrest that also turned up a cache of illegal fireworks, police announced Monday.
The festive tunes of Mexican mariachi filled the air Sunday evening, marking the first-ever Cinco de Mayo celebration in Treasure Island
California Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed the state's tourism industry has bounced back and exceeded 2019 pre-pandemic levels, while some business owners in the Bay Area report they are still waiting for the rebound.
Cinco de Mayo falls on a Sunday this year and the Bay Area is gearing up for the festivities. Law enforcement in the region will also be gearing up for a busy day.
An Oakland Athletics rookie is giving fans a reason to cheer in a season that has been filled with jeers.
Oakland police officers arrested at least one person for participating in illegal sideshow activity on Sunday evening amid Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
Oakland police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Sunday in the city's Merritt neighborhood.
The City of Oakland is stepping up its sideshow enforcement for Cinco de Mayo.
Oakland police are investigating two homicides that took place about a year apart as possibly connected and are asking for the public's help with leads.
A big rig rollover crash Monday morning on Highway 152 near Watsonville is blocking the road in both directions, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Nine Mountain View residents were displaced after an apartment complex fire on Sunday morning in the city.
Police in San Jose are investigating the stabbing of two people Sunday evening that injured a juvenile and left an adult in critical condition.
Lowriders in flashy, hydraulics-enhanced rolling works of art dominated a Cinco de Mayo parade in East San Jose Sunday.
Cinco de Mayo falls on a Sunday this year and the Bay Area is gearing up for the festivities. Law enforcement in the region will also be gearing up for a busy day.
Four people were rescued Sunday afternoon off the coast of Marin County after their boat overturned, according to authorities.
Cinco de Mayo falls on a Sunday this year and the Bay Area is gearing up for the festivities. Law enforcement in the region will also be gearing up for a busy day.
The Bay Area started the weekend with the early arrival of a very winter-like storm bringing steady rain with occasional downpours, gusty winds and colder temperatures.
Authorities in Solano County said no charges will be filed in connection with a deadly Vallejo shooting earlier this year, after it was determined to be in self-defense.
The size and scope of a planned affordable housing complex in Marin City has been scaled down virtually by half after pushback from the community, according to Marin County.
An Oakland Athletics rookie is giving fans a reason to cheer in a season that has been filled with jeers.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-4 on Sunday night for their fifth straight victory.
Nick Gordon had four hits and the Marlins beat the A's 12-3 to end Oakland's six-game winning streak Sunday.
Brent Rooker became the first Oakland player in nearly 30 years to homer twice in an inning to help the A's pound the Marlins 20-4.
A San Francisco-based nonprofit that provides services to the homeless has been suspended amid allegations of fraud and nepotism, officials announced Monday.
A man and two teenage boys were arrested last week for a December assault and robbery in San Mateo, an arrest that also turned up a cache of illegal fireworks, police announced Monday.
Oakland police officers arrested at least one person for participating in illegal sideshow activity on Sunday evening amid Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
Oakland police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Sunday in the city's Merritt neighborhood.
Police in San Jose are investigating the stabbing of two people Sunday evening that injured a juvenile and left an adult in critical condition.
The government and Google are making their closing arguments in a high-stakes antitrust trial to a federal judge in Washington who must now decide whether the tech giant's search engine constitutes an illegal monopoly.
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
Despite posting its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since the beginning of the pandemic, Apple's stock surged Thursday after the company announced a 4% increase in its quarterly dividend and a $110 billion stock buyback plan.
Do social media users have the right to control what they see — or don't see — on their feeds.
A move by Elon Musk to lay off the department behind Tesla's electric vehicle chargers this week has touched off concerns in the auto industry that EVs from other automakers will have trouble joining Tesla's network.
There are a number of beautiful spots to go hiking in the Bay Area but for some, just walking the trails is not enough.
A state assemblymember from San Francisco introduced a new bill this week that aims to regulate kratom products sold in California.
Recall involves shelled walnuts distributed in 19 states and sold in bulk bins at natural food and co-op stores.
Methylene chloride, a toxic chemical, is linked to at least 88 deaths since 1980, federal regulators say.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Israel has not yet officially commented on Hamas' response to the reported ceasefire proposal.
Judge Juan Merchan said former President Donald Trump violated his gag order on April 22 when he commented on the political makeup of the jury.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has been under fire for details about killing her dog and a false claim about meeting with North Korea's leader in her new book.
A Northern California school district is being sued by the state over allegations the district failed to carry out corrective actions in a controversial gender notification policy adopted last summer.
More than a third of LGBTQ young people seriously considered suicide in the past year, the survey found.
One of San Francisco's oldest LGBTQ bars, on Saturday the Stud re-opened it's doors for the first time in four years at a new location.
A California judge has tentatively sided with state Attorney General Rob Bonta in a dispute over the title of a proposed ballot measure that would require school staff to notify parents if their child asks to change gender identification at schools.
On Friday morning, a special ceremony held on board the USNS Harvey Milk paid homage to the San Francisco gay rights icon who is its namesake.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
CBS News Bay Area afternoon headlines for Monday May 6, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Mark Strassmann reports on Boeing preparing for the first manned launch of its Starliner rocket under intense scrutiny.
The FDA announced that traces of the bird flu are showing in samples of grocery store milk. Tests by the FDA show that pasteurization does work to kill off bird flu in milk, but retail sales of raw milk are legal in California. CBS News Bay Area anchor Nicole Zaloumis asks Dr. Abraar Karan from Stanford Health Care if we should stay away from consumption of raw milk, and if the virus is evolving to infect other animals and potentially people
Actors Tichina Arnold and Marcel Spears talk with Gianna Franco on working with the ‘90s ballad singer and how Marcel’s personal experience got a storyline in the show. Watch the season finale on KPIX at 8:00 p.m. or stream on Paramount+. (05-06-2024)
Cal softball's Ryann Orange knows how to deal with adversity on and off the field but if she needs any help, her grandfather John Carlos is only a phone call away. "You have this cloud over your head and the cloud is called John Carlos," Carlos said about his granddaughter. (5-6-24)
A San Francisco native is helping keep alive the city's historic Japantown, one of only three left in the U.S.
A Redwood City man changed his career path - from running Stanford's Digital Language Lab to going to beauty school - so he could serve his community in a way that's more meaningful to him.
A San Francisco-based nonprofit created by this week's Jefferson Award winner helps low income and unsheltered people stay healthy and feel good about themselves.
A trio who's led the way in keeping San Mateo County beaches clean is launching a whale of an idea for Earth Day.
Two Peninsula mothers are encouraging San Mateo County youth to think about how they can care for the environment and express themselves using the video tools they already use.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.