When Laniakea Evans applied for her first dispensary job, her references were anonymous. The farmers she had worked for knew her work ethic and cannabis
“Love Thy Neighbor” is written across the wall outside Hi Neighbor Cannabis Club dispensary in North Hollywood. Two hands reach toward each other in a
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The history of cannabis in Los Angeles is complicated. Los Angeles helped normalize cannabis, but it was also an early center of its criminalization. The
On a recent episode of the Respect My Region Podcast, Joey Brabo spoke with Ben from Nasha about traditional hash, solventless production, consumer education and
Cannabis vape shelves have become crowded with brands promising bigger clouds, stronger oil and louder flavors. Halara is taking a more technical approach bullt on
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San Francisco is officially creating a legal framework for cannabis cafés. Mayor Daniel Lurie approved the city’s cannabis café ordinance on July 23, 2026, after
Costa Mesa has no shortage of cannabis dispensaries, but High Seas Cannabis Boutique does not feel like a typical Southern California weed store. Located near
Dulze’s Mango Chamoy Artisan Gummies officially earned a Bronze Medal (3rd Place) at the 2026 California Cannabis Awards, held in partnership with the California State
Today, Los Angeles is home to some of the most unique cannabis hospitality experiences in the world. But the story isn’t necessarily what people expected.
In a recent episode of the Respect My Region Podcast, Hanna Brand reconnected with us to share the story behind Autumn Brands, how the company
Emerald Bay Extracts focuses on full-spectrum RSO tinctures made from carefully sourced California cannabis. After taking a closer look at the brand’s educational materials, diving
On May 30th, Zalympix 2026 will takeover Los Angeles for what is shaping up to be one of the biggest editions of the event to
Sponsored Content: This cannabis culture article is sponsored by rebud.com. Respect My Region received compensation for publishing this content. Cannabis laws vary by state and
Chef Mike Moya’s Dulzé brand is a Mexican-owned brand that leans fully into the culture and Latin identity. You see it with the actual product.
For Kristina Chavez, Co-Owner of the Showgrow dispensary in Long Beach, a deeply rooted connection to the community in one of Los Angeles’ most quirky
California cannabis has never been short on competition. From legacy cultivators in the Emerald Triangle to massive indoor operations throughout the state, brands are constantly
Los Angeles has no shortage of cannabis events, but most of them lean into branding, retail, or culture. High Supply by The Network Show, hosted
San Francisco has no shortage of dispensaries, but not all of them feel connected to the neighborhoods they serve. Some lean tourist, some lean transactional,
Every now and then, a jar reminds you why you got into this in the first place. In San Francisco and across California, that reminder
When we recorded our recent Respect My Region podcast episode with Sunset Connect, one detail kept standing out. They grind the flower for their Sunset
The California Cannabis Awards are back and officially opened its submission window on February 23, marking five years of what has become the state’s most
California is home to all kinds of incredible cannabis companies. One that has stood out in a big way is called Pretty Dope, and they
When Laniakea Evans applied for her first dispensary job, her references were anonymous. The farmers she had worked for knew her work ethic and cannabis
“Love Thy Neighbor” is written across the wall outside Hi Neighbor Cannabis Club dispensary in North Hollywood. Two hands reach toward each other in a
Los Angeles is not a city where tourists should light up everywhere they go. It is a place where cannabis can complement the trip when
The history of cannabis in Los Angeles is complicated. Los Angeles helped normalize cannabis, but it was also an early center of its criminalization. The
On a recent episode of the Respect My Region Podcast, Joey Brabo spoke with Ben from Nasha about traditional hash, solventless production, consumer education and
Cannabis vape shelves have become crowded with brands promising bigger clouds, stronger oil and louder flavors. Halara is taking a more technical approach bullt on
West Hollywood’s cannabis community is getting another reason to come together this August as The Artist Tree prepares to celebrate its anniversary with an invite
San Francisco is officially creating a legal framework for cannabis cafés. Mayor Daniel Lurie approved the city’s cannabis café ordinance on July 23, 2026, after
Costa Mesa has no shortage of cannabis dispensaries, but High Seas Cannabis Boutique does not feel like a typical Southern California weed store. Located near
Dulze’s Mango Chamoy Artisan Gummies officially earned a Bronze Medal (3rd Place) at the 2026 California Cannabis Awards, held in partnership with the California State
Today, Los Angeles is home to some of the most unique cannabis hospitality experiences in the world. But the story isn’t necessarily what people expected.
In a recent episode of the Respect My Region Podcast, Hanna Brand reconnected with us to share the story behind Autumn Brands, how the company
Emerald Bay Extracts focuses on full-spectrum RSO tinctures made from carefully sourced California cannabis. After taking a closer look at the brand’s educational materials, diving
On May 30th, Zalympix 2026 will takeover Los Angeles for what is shaping up to be one of the biggest editions of the event to
Sponsored Content: This cannabis culture article is sponsored by rebud.com. Respect My Region received compensation for publishing this content. Cannabis laws vary by state and
Chef Mike Moya’s Dulzé brand is a Mexican-owned brand that leans fully into the culture and Latin identity. You see it with the actual product.
For Kristina Chavez, Co-Owner of the Showgrow dispensary in Long Beach, a deeply rooted connection to the community in one of Los Angeles’ most quirky
California cannabis has never been short on competition. From legacy cultivators in the Emerald Triangle to massive indoor operations throughout the state, brands are constantly
Los Angeles has no shortage of cannabis events, but most of them lean into branding, retail, or culture. High Supply by The Network Show, hosted
San Francisco has no shortage of dispensaries, but not all of them feel connected to the neighborhoods they serve. Some lean tourist, some lean transactional,
Every now and then, a jar reminds you why you got into this in the first place. In San Francisco and across California, that reminder
When we recorded our recent Respect My Region podcast episode with Sunset Connect, one detail kept standing out. They grind the flower for their Sunset
The California Cannabis Awards are back and officially opened its submission window on February 23, marking five years of what has become the state’s most
California is home to all kinds of incredible cannabis companies. One that has stood out in a big way is called Pretty Dope, and they
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