California

Gavin Newsom Backs Kamala Harris, Calls VP Tough, Fearless And Tenacious: 'The Ideal Candidate To Counter Donald Trump'
California EV Subsidies Made Tesla What It Is, But Elon Musk Is Ready To Cut Them Off: 'Remove Subsidies From All Industries'
Apple Launches $50M Fund To Boost Affordable Housing In Bay Area, Part Of $2.5B California Investment Initiative
California EV Subsidies Made Tesla What It Is, But Elon Musk Is Ready To Cut Them Off: 'Remove Subsidies From All Industries'
Apple Launches $50M Fund To Boost Affordable Housing In Bay Area, Part Of $2.5B California Investment Initiative
SpaceX, X To Move Headquarters From California To Texas: Musk Calls It The 'Final Straw,' Criticizes Gov. Newsom For 'Attacking Both Families And Companies'
California Looks To Address Growing Environmental Concerns Of Cannabis Vape Pen Disposal

California Recent News

Amazon Slapped With $5.9M Fine For Violating Worker Quota Law In California Nearly 60K Times Over 5 Months
Amazon fined $5.9M for failing to inform workers of productivity quotas in California, facing increased scrutiny over treatment of workers.
Cannabis Leaders Convene In California As State Grapples With New Policy Changes
Learn about the upcoming California Cannabis Market Spotlight event and its importance in navigating the complexities of the industry.
California Cannabis Crisis: Dangerous Pesticides Found In Popular Weed Products, Investigation Reveals
Pesticides in CA cannabis products pose significant health risks, with 25/42 tested products exceeding safety standards.
Apple Hit With Class-Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Unequal Pay For Women
Two female Apple employees file class-action lawsuit alleging gender pay inequality. Similar lawsuits in Silicon Valley in recent years.
As California Faces Budget Crisis, Gov. Newsom Proposes Defunding Law Enforcement And Prisons Amid Massive Deficit
Newsom faces backlash for proposing cuts to law enforcement and prisons amidst California's staggering deficit, drawing criticism from Florida's chief financial officer.
California's Cartel Cannabis Flourishes In National Parks: Weed Grown On Public Lands Accounts For One-Quarter Of US Black Market
Caution: Illegal growers and their armed guards may perceive hikers as threats to their operations, which can be worth millions of dollars.
Mark Cuban Takes A Stand On Minimum Wage Increase Following Rubio's Restaurant Closures: 'The Last Thing I Want Is Your Tax Dollars…'
Following Rubio's Coastal Grill's abrupt closure of 48 restaurants in California due to rising business costs, Mark Cuban defended the recent minimum wage increase, arguing that underpaid workers rely more on taxpayer-funded government services and advocating for higher wages to boost productivity and profitability.
California Asks: Should You Pay Per Mile You Drive? New Pilot Program Targets Road Funding As EV Boom Shrinks Gas Tax Revenue
The pilot program, dubbed California Road Charge, kicks off this August.
California Loses The Solar Crown: Who's America's New Energy Star?
Texas has surpassed California as the largest domestic solar energy producer, highlighting a shift towards green energy adoption and manufacturing in the state.
Gov. Gavin Newsom Intensifies Scrutiny On Illegal Hemp Products, Calls To Safeguard Youth
Gov. Newsom directs action against illegal hemp in CA, seeking to ensure safety with strict labeling laws and penalties for non-compliance.
California Love Fadin' For Tesla? EV Giant's Registrations Plummet As Rivian, Mercedes And BMW Gain Ground
Tesla registrations in California fell 8% in the first quarter from a year earlier to 50,025 units, marking a second consecutive quarterly drop in the state.
California Leads The Charge: Golden State Now Has 1 EV Charger For Every 5 Gas Stations
The office of Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California now has 105,000 public or shared private EV chargers.
California Cannabis Industry Is Drowning In Debt: $732M Owed In Taxes, 72% By Companies Already Closed Down
Cannabis companies in California are facing a massive debt issue. The bulk of this debt, is owed by businesses that have already shut down.
Gavin Newsom Planning Legislation That Will Allow Arizonans Access Abortion In California: 'I Recognize What's At Stake'
Not-So-Happy Meal: $20 Wages Has Burger Joints In This State All Heated
Some fast food joints are cutting employee hours. Others are installing digital order kiosks — a trend that was already in full swing.
2 Of The Top 5 World Economies Can Now Run 100% On Renewable Energy
California aims for 100% clean power by 2045, but recent data showed it's already reaching that goal for a few hours daily thanks to wind, water, and solar energy. In Germany, a similar milestone was achieved in 2018, when the entire grid was covered by renewable energy for the first time
Stellantis Forges Emissions Accord With California, Pledges To Uphold 2030 Zero-Emissions Vehicle Sales Targets
This commitment stands even if the state cannot enforce its rules.
Mark Cuban, Not A Fan Of Trump, Schools California Democrat On Ex-President's Bond Predicament: 'You Are Wrong'
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Pins Cybertruck Accident At Iconic Beverly Hills Hotel To The Steel Behemoth's Sports Car-Like Agility (UPDATED)
EXCLUSIVE: Shifting Public Perception Of Cannabis Industry, AI's Role, More Insights From Market Leaders
Prominent women discuss trends, challenges, and innovations in the cannabis industry at a Benzinga event. Digital platforms and AI shaping the future, but economic and regulatory hurdles remain.
EXCLUSIVE: California Cannabis Investor Takes Page From Warren Buffett's Playbook — 'Trust Is Everything'
California's cannabis professionals are "cockroaches," investor Ford Smith tells Benzinga conference: "Against all odds, we're here."
Former NBC Exec Brings Marijuana Brands To Life: TerrAscend's BJ Carretta Shares Tips At California Cannabis Event
BJ Carretta, a marketing and media expert, has built a successful career through his diverse experience in sports, music, and the cannabis industry. Starting at NBC Universal Television Distribution, he later moved to NBC Sports Group before transitioning to Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. In 2015, Carretta entered the cannabis space with MedMen Enterprises Inc., leading innovative marketing campaigns. He then ventured into advisory roles at CBD wellness companies before founding Carretta Consulting in 2018, specializing in cannabis and entertainment marketing. In 2021, he joined Columbia Care and eventually transitioned to senior vice president at Terrascend in 2023. Carretta's journey showcases how talent and strategic thinking can lead to success, culminating in his current role as a key figure in bringing cannabis brands to life in the industry.
Meet The Visionary Shaping The Future Of Cannabis Extraction: Micah Anderson At The Benzinga California Event
Micah Anderson, the CEO of LEEF Brands, Inc., has shown incredible dedication and vision in leading the California-based cannabis extraction company. With a team of experienced operators, LEEF Brands has established strong distribution relationships nationwide. Anderson's expertise as a manufacturer, grower, distributor, and brand creator has been crucial to the company's success. In a merger with Icanic Brands Company, LEEF Brands reached new heights, marking a significant development in its journey. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions, including with Buddies Brand and Farming First Holdings, have further solidified LEEF Brands' position in the industry. The recent acquisition of Salisbury Canyon Ranch LLC demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding its cultivation capabilities. Anderson's forward-thinking approach has positioned LEEF Brands as a major player in the evolving cannabis market.