Bay Area Retail Theft: Oakland Cannabis Merchants Weigh In
A wave of mass retail theft and burglaries in the Bay Area has captivated national attention. Chronicle reporter Rachel Swan discusses what’s been happening in Oakland, and how cannabis thefts in the city highlight how leaders are responding.
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Show Notes
Cities across the Bay Area have been jolted by a spree of retail thefts. On Monday, struggling Oakland cannabis merchants made a plea to city and state leaders for more protection — and a tax break. Chronicle reporter Rachel Swan joins host Cecilia Lei to explain their demands and how conversations about retail crime are becoming increasingly politicized.
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