Charlie Murphy

Apparently the Murphy funny gene did not begin with Eddie. Older brother Charlie has had a hilarious career of his own as an actor, comedian and writer. Best known for his work as a cast member and writer on Comedy …

Wu-Tang Clan in Concert

The East and West Coast will clash at The Regency Ballroom as the Staten Island, N.Y.-based Wu-Tang Clan takes its show to the City by the Bay. The Wu turned the standard concept of a hip-hop crew inside out as …

Nothing Else Matters

It’s been 30 years since Metallica skinsman Lars Ulrich placed a want ad simply stating, ”Drummer looking for other metal musicians to jam with, Tygers of Pan Tang, Diamond Head and Iron Maiden.” One by one, past and future members …

By the Numbers

1. Taxes (in dollars) the medical cannabis collective Harborside Medical Center paid the city of Oakland this year: 1.1 million (Source: San Francisco Chronicle).
 
2. Total amount (in dollars) of federal stimulus grant given to Oakland’s Unity Council in 2010 for …

Triple Threat

Here are three kick-ass New Year’s Eve parties to consider:
 
Cosmic Voyage NYE
Take your protein pills and put your helmet on—this is one space voyage you won’t forget featuring DJ Scotty Boy spinning high energy supersonic sounds.
When/Where: 10pm at Vessel, 85 …

Friends With Benefits

Congressman Barney Frank—a staunch marijuana rights supporter—announces his retirement
 
When Congressman Barney Frank announced in November that he planned to retire at the end of his term, everyone from his political allies wasted no time making their reactions known.
Democratic Senate candidate …

Politically Correct

You might love Bill Maher for his beliefs. You might hate him for his views. You might want to slam him when he says things that sting. But there is no denying the sheer strength of his convictions, his style …

News Nuggets

THE STATE
 
Lawmakers to feds: Hands off cannabis shops
In a dramatic reply to the four U.S. attorneys who last October declared war on California’s medical marijuana industry, members of the Bay Area’s Congressional delegation and lawmakers from across the country have …

Tea

The Chinese (and much of the world) love their tea.
 
Tea
Canna Milk***
 
Brew and steep a cup of tea. Add Canna Milk and sugar to taste.

Chinese Fried Rice

The variations are endless.
 
1/2 cup cut-up vegetables (broccoli, carrots, green beans, squash, sweet potatoes, [thawed] frozen green peas and cooked chicken, pork (diced or slivered) or cooked shrimp or fish (chopped)
4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons Cannabis Infused Vegetable (or Peanut) …

Sweet and Sour Pork

1 1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoon corn starch
3 tablespoon Canna Butter*
1 large onion, diced
1 large red or green bell pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 20-ounce can of pineapple chunks with the …

Chocowaska

San Francisco dispensary Igzactly 420 prides itself on some unique patient experiences. Adding to its credibility: Chocowaska—an organic chocolate-flavored vegan hemp milk. It’s a blend of sativa and indica that relieves spasms, inflammation and insomnia; reduces anxiety and stress; relieves …

T-wrex

San Jose’s South Bay Healing Center offers up some candy store goodness with their medicated T-wrex edibles. This Steep Hill-certified SafeCannabis product is 6X strength with 15mg of THC per dose. Edibles are the Wild West outside of regulated zones …

Cherry Smash

My Cherry, Amour. Green Tiger Collective in Novato carries the adorable Cherry Smash, a purported mix of Cherry Pez and Sour Diesel. Cherry Pez is a rarity in and of itself, while Sour Diesel is the East Coast’s sister to …

Pineapple Express

Pineapple Express: not only a 2008 weed action flick that grossed $101 million worldwide, but an actual cannabis strain now available at Northern California Natural Collective. The non-profit in San Jose lives by the motto “by patients, for patients.” The …

San Fernando Valley OG Kush

Mastodon Kush, Camelot Kush, Uberkush, the OG Kush offspring have rapidly proliferated. What’s next, Werewolf Bar Mitzvah Kush? Even in a world of OG Kush overload, San Fernando Valley OG—from Natural Herbal Pain Relief in San Jose—manages to connect with …

Red Dragon

An adventure in a flower—the Doghouse Collective in Vallejo got their hands on some enticingly exotic Red Dragon. It’s a West Himalayan Kush crossed with a true breeding Brazilian sativa called Utopia Haze. Huge and dense, Red Dragon is an …

Datarock – Give It Up [Official Music Video]

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Jedi Mind Tricks feat. Demoz “When Crows Descend Upon You”

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Why Not Fair at MultiCare — UFCW’s fight to unionize:

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Kreayshawn’s “Bumpin Bumpin” video

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BullDog Coffeeshop Oaksterdam Measure Z with Big D

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Dub Trio – Cool Out and Coexist

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Cannabis and Muscle Spasms

People with multiple sclerosis and other diseases that cause severe muscle spasms, spasticity and tremors have used cannabis for a very long time, and have consistently reported that it relieves their symptoms. In what is perhaps the earliest medical report on the use of cannabis to treat muscle spasms, Dr. William O’Shaughnessy, a British physician working in India, reported in 1842 [...]

New Year—New Problem

There are two ways this can affect you if you drive in Colorado. If you are charged with Driving under the Influence of Drugs, you have two cases against you. The criminal case is handled in a criminal court room with a judge and you could be put in jail. The civil case is handled at the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and you could lose your driving privileges or driver’s license. Last year, the legislature looked at nanogram [...]

True Hit

This revered black-and-white coming-of-age drama launched not only Bridges’ big screen career, but also those of director Peter Bogdanovich and cast members Cybill Shepherd and Randy Quaid (both of whom were making their film debuts). Based on Larry McMurtry’s 1966 semi-autobiographical novel of the same name, The Last Picture Show deftly portrays the closing of a small-town Texas movie [...]

Executive Decision

In the wake of the White House’s policy reversal on medical cannabis, a lot of marijuana proponents are considering casting their votes for a presidential candidate friendlier to the cause. But, when you’re thinking about buying something as hugely important as the Leader of the Free World, it’s always a good idea to shop around and weigh your options carefully. Here to help you make an informed choice next November is [...]

David Burger

I had a buddy I would self-medicate through, but once I found out about legalization I researched the subject and realized I was a candidate. I was doing a show for “Extravaganja” when I found out about the options for getting a medical marijuana card. Once I found out how some strains are better for you, I went to the clinic and got a medical license. I was constantly being offered Oxycontin and Vicodin. [...]

Unlawful Detainers: Landlords evicting collectives and more

Many landlords in Southern California are now afraid to lease to collectives because they have received letters from their cities threatening legal action against them for leasing to collectives. Cities are now pressuring landlords to unlawfully evict their medical marijuana tenants Cities such as Santa Fe Springs and Fontana [...]

Cannabis for the Holidays

The end-of-the-year holiday season is once again about to commence. For many it is a spiritual time of year, for others it is a time to cut loose. No matter what your reason for celebrating any of the holidays, cannabis will put the special into your celebrations. After all cannabis benefits you in so many different ways, it should be a no-brainer that it will make your holidays that much better. Whether it’s the winter [...]