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California's Central Coast – Santa Barbara County, in particular – has for decades maintained healthy, deep roots in the agricultural industry. With the state set to begin regulating a legal commercial marijuana industry Monday, many in and around the region are preparing for the expansion of...

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors discussed changes to marijuana regulations Tuesday. The talks came after a 300-page environmental impact report was released, detailing the possible future of pot operations in the county. The Cannabis Land Use Ordinance and Licensing Program...

"She will look at me, smile and say 'mama.' And that is a gift that gives me a feeling I will never be able to describe." In the age of medical cannabis enlightenment, Colorado is becoming a place where miracles happen. The story of 'Super Nova' represents the hope, challenges and lives...

At least one local city is already thinking about the revenue potential from the possible legalization of recreational marijuana. The Santa Barbara City Council unanimously voted to place a measure on November's ballot which, if passed, would place a 20 percent tax on both medicinal and...