Saturday, May 25, 2013

FAIRFIELD-SUISUN, CALIFORNIA

99 CENTS

California pot shops face next existential crisis

By The Associated Press
From page A4 | February 05, 2013 | 1 Comment

SAN FRANCISCO — California’s medical marijuana dispensaries are preparing for the next word on how far state law goes in giving them a right to exist.

The state’s highest court is scheduled to hear arguments Tuesday on whether local governments can ban retail pot dispensaries within their borders. About 200 cities and counties already have, but this will be the first time the California Supreme Court entertains the question.

Medical marijuana advocates maintain that the state’s medical marijuana laws, the nation’s oldest, allow local governments to set limits on dispensaries, but not to outlaw them altogether.

The arguments come in a case out of Riverside, where city lawmakers used their zoning powers to ban storefront pot shops in 2010. One of the pot shops threatened with closure sued to stop the city from shutting it down.

The Associated Press

View all my stories Email Me

Discussion | 1 comment

The Daily Republic does not necessarily condone the comments here, nor does it review every post. Read our full policy

RichFebruary 05, 2013 - 1:40 pm
If the California Supremes uphold the cities right to determine local community standards then this may head to federal courts. If they agree to allow pot dispensaries in the cities, then Fairfield and Suisun will soon have pot shops. 2 States have legalized recreational use and another 19 States have medical use exemption laws. The writing is on the wall and the 100 years war is lost.
Reply | Report abusive comment

Solano News

Delta Protection Commission opposes state Delta plan

By Barry Eberling | From Page: A1

Travis’ death among Solano’s most memorable military crashes

By Ian Thompson | From Page: A1

Aviation archaeologist uncovers county’s flying past

By Ian Thompson | From Page: A1, 1 Comment | Gallery

Local man earns honors, congratulations to graduates

By John Glidden | From Page: A2

Former landlord collected rent while house was in foreclosure

By Tim Jones | From Page: C2, 1 Comment

Wolk has four measures passed by committee

By Danny Bernardini | From Page: A3

Fiesta Days starts off strong with live music, carnival rides

By Heather Ah San | From Page: A3

Another Lake Berryessa recreation area available

By Barry Eberling | From Page: A3

Closures aplenty for Memorial Day

By Danny Bernardini | From Page: A3

Chili Cook Off benefits Solano SPCA

By Amy Maginnis-Honey | From Page: A3

Reported trespassers spark grass fire

By Danny Bernardini | From Page: A3

Woman, accused of vehicular manslaughter, appears in court

By Jess Sullivan | From Page: A3

Man flees cops, arrested for alleged marijuana sales

By Heather Ah San | From Page: A4

Vacaville fire destroys garage, causes nearby grass fire

By Heather Ah San | From Page: A4

Our Music Year No. 145: Gentleman Jesse, ‘Leaving Atlanta’

By Nick DeCicco | From Page: A5

The amazing human brain

By Scott Anderson | From Page: B12

Reflections: Finding a way to make life better, for you and others

By Murray Bass | From Page: B12

Flag fever: Joe Morin celebrates America every day

By Amy Maginnis-Honey | From Page: B12 | Gallery

Fairfield police log Thursday, May 23, 2013

By John Glidden | From Page: A12, 2 Comments

Weather for Saturday, May 25, 2013

By Daily Republic staff | From Page: B13

US / World

Northern Nevada police brace for influx of new gang members

By Reno Gazette-Journal | From Page: A1, 17 Comments

Woman gets 8 years for kidnapping granddaughter

By The Associated Press | From Page: A4

Damage reported from magnitude-5.7 quake in Calif.

By The Associated Press | From Page: A4

Company: Bay Bridge bolts made to exact specs

By The Associated Press | From Page: A4, 2 Comments

PG&E calls $2.25B fine for deadly blast excessive

By The Associated Press | From Page: A6

Arellano Felix drug cartel leader pleads guilty

By The Associated Press | From Page: A6

BART to consider lifting rush-hour bike ban

By The Associated Press | From Page: A6

Calif. plastic ocean debris bill dies in committee

By The Associated Press | From Page: A6, 1 Comment | Gallery

Obama’s drone rules leave unanswered questions

By The Associated Press | From Page: A8, 1 Comment

Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him

By The Associated Press | From Page: A8 | Gallery

No bail for Pa. parents in faith-healing death

By The Associated Press | From Page: A8 | Gallery

Afghan Taliban attack aid group, 2 guards killed

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9

Arias foreman: Sentencing decision unfair to jury

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9, 1 Comment

Judge: Ariz. sheriff’s office profiles Latinos

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9, 1 Comment

Syrian regime OKs peace talks amid skepticism

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9

After vote on gay youth, Scouts face more turmoil

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9

Can Tornado Alley become safer? Yes, within limits

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9, 1 Comment | Gallery

Soldier’s slaying prompts UK security review

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9

Toronto mayor denies he smokes crack cocaine

By The Associated Press | From Page: A9

Opinion

Cheers, jeers for the week of May 19-25, 2013

By Daily Republic | From Page: A11

Marsy’s Law is working well

By Thomas Elias | From Page: A11

Thank you to NorthBay nurses and doctors

By Letter to the Editor | From Page: A11

Editorial Cartoon for May 25, 2013

By Daily Republic Syndicated Content | From Page: A11

College may cost you more than you know

By Deon Price | From Page: A11, 1 Comment

Living

Today in History for May 25, 2013

By The Associated Press | From Page: A2, 1 Comment

Community calendar Saturday, May 25, 2013

By John Glidden | From Page: A2

My sisters are really angry that Mom’s paying me to be her caregiver

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar | From Page: B7

Horoscopes for May 25, 2013

By Holiday Mathis | From Page: B7

Entertainment

Latest ‘Bachelorette’ won’t say if she’s engaged

By The Associated Press | From Page: A5 | Gallery

TVGrid

By Daily Republic Syndicated Content | From Page: A5

Sports

Mustangs, Bulldogs clean up at SJS Masters finals

By Mike Corpos | From Page: B1 | Gallery

Sharks try to shrug off Game 5 defeat

By The Associated Press | From Page: B1

Bayern faces Dortmund in Champions League final

By The Associated Press | From Page: B1

Young’s 3-run homer gives A’s 6-5 win over Astros

By The Associated Press | From Page: B1

Tim Lincecum roughed up by Rockies again

By The Associated Press | From Page: B1

Grizzlies, Memphis ready to ‘believe’ vs. Spurs

By The Associated Press | From Page: B2

Pacers steal Game 2 from Heat, 97-93

By The Associated Press | From Page: B2

McIlroy, Donald miss cut at BMW PGA Championship

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Bowie Young, Cavalleri tied in the Bahamas

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Kuchar leads Colonial when 2nd round suspended

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Cochran, Perry tied for lead in Senior PGA

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Defending champ Keselowski tries to build on title

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Atlas of Indianapolis: Carpenter on pole at Indy

By The Associated Press | From Page: B3

Roger Federer, always at Grand Slam tournaments

By The Associated Press | From Page: B4

Bears to retire Ditka’s No. 89

By The Associated Press | From Page: B4

NYC lawsuit alleging Favre sent racy texts settled

By The Associated Press | From Page: B4

Local sports for Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26, 2013

By Daily Republic staff | From Page: B5

Sports on TV for Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26, 2013

By Daily Republic staff | From Page: B5

Saratoga marks 150 years of thoroughbred racing

By The Associated Press | From Page: B13

Friday’s 19th stage of Giro canceled due to snow

By The Associated Press | From Page: B13

Business

Home Style: Create artful displays with collections

By Mary Carol Garrity | From Page: C2

US rate on 30-year mortgages rises to 3.59 percent

By The Associated Press | From Page: C2

Real estate transactions for May 25, 2013

By Daily Republic | From Page: C3

Candice Tells All: Basement fireplace becomes focal point of retreat

By Scripps Howard News Service | From Page: C3

Summer travel forecast: Better, but no blowout

By The Associated Press | From Page: B10

Furlough Friday: Unpaid day off for many in gov’t

By The Associated Press | From Page: B10

Netflix looks to hook subscribers with ‘Arrested’

By The Associated Press | From Page: B10 | Gallery

Obituaries

Jeffrey E. Woodhouse

By John Glidden | From Page: A4, 1 Comment

Destiny Saucedo

By John Glidden | From Page: A4

Anthony Reed

By John Glidden | From Page: A4

Chand R. Sharma

By John Glidden | From Page: A4