In Oakland, people affected by the drug war get a first crack at pot licenses
Now that weed is legal, Oakland has a program that helps people with marijuana convictions -- including ex-felons -- get into the pot business for themselves.
Keep KCRW Independent.
KCRW is here to provide you with local news, music discovery, and cultural connection. Stay up to date with all things KCRW by signing up for our newsletters! And, if you can support our efforts, make a donation today.
We’re offering Get One, Give One New York Times, Los Angeles Times, or NYT Cooking digital subscriptions for a year with a minimum donation of $32 monthly.