Greater LA

California’s illegal cannabis market thrives

The state’s legal cannabis market is on track to hit $3.1 billion in sales this year. But the unlicensed market is expected to be far larger, at an estimated $8.7 billion. We find out where Angelenos buy their weed.

By Steve Chiotakis • Nov 25, 2019 • 24m Listen

The state’s legal cannabis market is on track to hit $3.1 billion in sales this year. But the unlicensed market is expected to be far larger, at an estimated $8.7 billion. We find out where Angelenos buy their weed.

Steve Chiotakis
Afternoon News Anchor
Christian Bordal
Managing Producer, Greater LA
Jenna Kagel
Radio producer
Caleigh Wells
Former KCRW climate reporter

Greater LA

California’s illegal cannabis market thrives

The state’s legal cannabis market is on track to hit $3.1 billion in sales this year. But the unlicensed market is expected to be far larger, at an estimated $8.7 billion. We find out where Angelenos buy their weed.

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Greater LA

California’s illegal cannabis market thrives

The state’s legal cannabis market is on track to hit $3.1 billion in sales this year. But the unlicensed market is expected to be far larger, at an estimated $8.7 billion. We find out where Angelenos buy their weed.

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