Santa Barbara County deputies seize drug smuggling boat
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies and several other law enforcement agencies are investigating after they intercepted a possible drug…
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Carpinteria residents file lawsuit against marijuana growers over cannabis odor
Some Carpinteria residents are so frustrated with the smell of cannabis, they have decided to sue nearby marijuana…
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Candidates partake in local debate for 37th District State Assembly seat
A public debate took place this evening at the University Club in Santa Barbara between candidates for the 37th Assembly District.…
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New CA bill could help more marijuana users land jobs
Many companies in California will turn applicants away if they test positive for marijuana, but a new state bill could change that.…
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Cannabis generates $2.86 million in tax revenue for Santa Barbara Co.
The cannabis industry in Santa Barbara County continues to generate more money than…
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Carpinteria cannabis farm investigated by detectives for suspected illegal sales
The Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office Cannabis Compliance Team, investigators from the California Department of Food and Agriculture Cal Cannabis and…
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Williams and Capps face off in Montecito
The Montecito Journal is hosting an inaugural debate between incumbent Supervisor Das Williams and his challenger Laura…
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Grover Beach dance studio says it’s closing its doors because of cannabis company
The owners of Coastal Dance and Music Academy (CDMA) say they made the decision after a pot company purchased the complex where the studio is.…
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SLO Co. Supervisors vote on cannabis regulations, smoking and vaping bans
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. –On Tuesday, the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors weighed in on three separate proposals involving cannabis…
Continue Reading Lompoc leaders say the cannabis industry is bringing in big business
Lompoc leaders say the cannabis industry is bringing in big business to the…
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New device helping Santa Barbara County test hemp vs. marijuana
What looks like Cannabis, may also look like Hemp. Both plants have a similar look and smell making it hard for everyone to tell the…
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A lookback at the top stories of 2019 throughout our area
As we countdown to the new year, we’re taking a look back at the major news events of…
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San Luis Obispo man accused of selling large amounts of unlicensed cannabis
San Luis Obispo Police seized large quantities of unlicensed marijuana on Tuesday.…
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Many ways suggested to avoid holiday traffic tragedies
First responders have advice to avoid holiday driving tragedies. (Photo: John…
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Officials seize over a million dollars worth of illegal cannabis and products in Lompoc
Officials seized over a million dollars worth of cannabis and cannabis related products on Monday in Lompoc.…
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Santa Barbara County is becoming known as a major hub of cannabis cultivation. And with that comes…
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Owner of new cannabis dispensary concerned over increased tax rate on legal marijuana
While Todd Mitchell is thrilled about the opening of his new Marijuana store Seaweed, he’s not looking forward to the state of California increasing…
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FestForums honors Jon Anderson, Ray Parker Jr., and Penelope Spheeris and best of fests
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. The fifth annual Fest Forums in Santa Barbara brought together world famous musicians, directors, festival founders, and…
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Central Coast immigration experts advising migrants against working in pot farms
Immigration experts are advising migrants against working in pot farms because it could jeopardize any paths to citizenship. Officials explain while…
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San Luis Obispo approves third commercial cannabis permit
The City of San Luis Obispo approved a third commercial cannabis permit. Officials say Natural Healing Center, LLC, can now open a retail storefront…
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