The Coachella Valley's largest city is finally considering how it would move forward with permitting retail cannabis dispensaries and other potential cannabis business, a move that could provide the strongest foothold yet for the local industry. 

Indio has long been conservative in its approach to legalizing cannabis, holding back while cities like Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs and Cathedral City raced ahead to adopt cannabis ordinances and attract businesses. 

Following a study session this month, Indio City Manager Mark Scott said he is preparing a working plan... READ MORE