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.
Bay Area congressional representatives hope to lure property insurance companies back to California with legislation.
Treasure hunters frantically searched for rare and valuable coins in a scavenger hunt on Friday as part of a company's plan to teach San Francisco history.
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
As California's oldest restaurant turns 175, its owners are committed to keeping Tadich Grill serving downtown San Francisco diners for decades to come.
The Sundance Institute is considering moving its film festival out of Park City, Utah and San Francisco is bidding to be the new host.
Bay Area congressional representatives hope to lure property insurance companies back to California with legislation.
Treasure hunters frantically searched for rare and valuable coins in a scavenger hunt on Friday as part of a company's plan to teach San Francisco history.
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
As California's oldest restaurant turns 175, its owners are committed to keeping Tadich Grill serving downtown San Francisco diners for decades to come.
The Sundance Institute is considering moving its film festival out of Park City, Utah and San Francisco is bidding to be the new host.
Bay Area congressional representatives hope to lure property insurance companies back to California with legislation.
Treasure hunters frantically searched for rare and valuable coins in a scavenger hunt on Friday as part of a company's plan to teach San Francisco history.
As California's oldest restaurant turns 175, its owners are committed to keeping Tadich Grill serving downtown San Francisco diners for decades to come.
The Sundance Institute is considering moving its film festival out of Park City, Utah and San Francisco is bidding to be the new host.
A Bay Area film producer who co-founded the Landmark cinema chain sees local theaters as almost sacred spaces.
A popular Oakland business that has had its share of recent struggles is now banking on a new downtown location for its comeback.
Contra Costa County fire crews and a hazardous materials team were called to the Costco location in Concord Friday afternoon after a report of a refrigerant leak, according to authorities.
Authorities in the East Bay on Friday have announced the arrests of three people in connection with a string of at least 11 armed robberies dating back to last summer.
Authorities in Pleasanton on Friday said that arriving first responders tried to render aid to one of the two children in Wednesday night's deadly crash that killed a family of four, but were unable to save the child.
A group of Alameda County residents and community leaders held a rally Friday in Oakland to support District Attorney Pamela Price and urge the county's Board of Supervisors not to schedule a special election for her recall.
Bay Area scientists are using cutting-edge technology to better understand the decline in bird populations while finding ways to help species that are challenged.
A former president of a San Jose elementary school enrichment program allegedly enriched herself by embezzling over $400,000 from the organization, police said Wednesday.
A bomb threat at San Jose City College Wednesday evening led the school to evacuate the campus and cancel all night classes, according to school officials.
The San Jose Sharks announced Wednesday that head coach David Quinn has been relieved of his duties, following one of the worst seasons in team history.
A caregiver to an elderly South Bay couple has been arrested on elder abuse charges after he allegedly used their debit card to steal thousands of dollars from the couple, deputies said Tuesday.
Federal officials this week announced the unsealing of a December 2020 indictment that charged two Chinese nationals with illegally conspiring to export advanced semiconductor technology to a manufacturer in China.
Golden Gate Ferry service in and out of Sausalito will remain suspended into next week as repairs continue at the Sausalito Ferry Landing, the city said Friday.
A man was sentenced earlier this week to 12 years and eight months in prison after he was convicted last year of molesting two children, Sonoma County prosecutors said.
If you're sick of scrolling through streaming services to find a movie to watch on your couch, the North Bay might be your next destination. A Benicia vintage store has set up a 'Free Blockbuster', and it's proving to be popular.
A houseboat went up in flames on Lake Berryessa in Napa County Wednesday, authorities said.
Patrick Bailey hit a walk-off three-run homer and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Friday.
Brent Rooker doubled in the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning to cap a late comeback that carried the A's past the Orioles 3-2.
The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly talked to the San Francisco 49ers about trading for Deebo Samuel.
The Niners ended the first day of the NFL draft by adding a rookie receiver in Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall and keeping its established stars Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel.
The Oakland Athletics beat the New York Yankees 3-1 Thursday night for a four-game split.
Federal officials this week announced the unsealing of a December 2020 indictment that charged two Chinese nationals with illegally conspiring to export advanced semiconductor technology to a manufacturer in China.
San Francisco has earned an unwelcome national reputation for car burglaries that U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff was reminded of the hard way.
Authorities in the East Bay on Friday have announced the arrests of three people in connection with a string of at least 11 armed robberies dating back to last summer.
A group of Alameda County residents and community leaders held a rally Friday in Oakland to support District Attorney Pamela Price and urge the county's Board of Supervisors not to schedule a special election for her recall.
Oakland police officer Jordan Wingate, critically injured more than five years ago in a collision while responding to a call, was remembered by family and friends at a memorial Friday following his death last week from injuries suffered in the crash.
Federal officials this week announced the unsealing of a December 2020 indictment that charged two Chinese nationals with illegally conspiring to export advanced semiconductor technology to a manufacturer in China.
Google's corporate parent Alphabet Inc. has released a quarterly report showing it's still reaping double-digit revenue gains from its digital advertising empire while sowing potentially lucrative new ground in artificial intelligence.
Congo's government is questioning Apple about the tech company's knowledge of "blood minerals" from a conflict zone in the African country that could be smuggled into supply chains.
U.S. regulators are reviving a rescinded rule, laying the groundwork for for a major court fight with the broadband industry.
Documents filed by Tesla with the state of California show nearly 3,000 workers in Fremont and Palo Alto will be among the mass layoffs announced by the electric automaker earlier this month.
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The California Department of Public Health issued a warning to distributors and retailers to not sell raw oysters from a Korean company over a potential link to norovirus cases.
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Bay Area congressional representatives hope to lure property insurance companies back to California with legislation.
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt announced Friday that all classes and school business will be conducted remotely for the rest of the semester amid a student occupation on campus protesting the ongoing war in Gaza.
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Students at Stanford University have joined the national wave of protests on the war in Gaza on college campuses.
San Francisco has earned an unwelcome national reputation for car burglaries that U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff was reminded of the hard way.
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.
CBS News national security correspondent David Martin says the naming of the USNS Harvey Milk is a statement that LGBTQ+ rights matter in the U.S.
The naming of the USNS Harvey Milk is just one sign of a very different U.S. military than what many LGBTQ veterans experienced, including one Bay Area army veteran, who reflected on his painful exit from service and how things have changed.
A Bay Area film producer who co-founded the Landmark cinema chain sees local theaters as almost sacred spaces.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Winters Tavern in Pacifica hosts a free garage-rock birthday throwdown Friday night featuring local bands Hot Laundry, the Control Freaks and Minds Without a Face.
The 67th San Francisco International Film Festival begins Wednesday with a variety of screenings including the documentary "Counted Out," which will have its West Coast premiere Sunday.
The defense attorney representing a former Los Angeles-area gang leader accused of killing hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas said Tuesday his client's accounts of the killing are fiction and prosecutors lack key evidence to obtain a murder conviction.
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.
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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.
An Oakland man is bringing families together to break the cycle of violence in a neighborhood known for violent crime.
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.