Category: #Cannabis
We Stand for Freedom
Before you head to today’s barbecue, community event, or rally, whether today’s a day of work, reflection, or celebration, please take a moment to stand…
Germany’s move to legalise cannabis expected to create ‘domino effect’
Coalition government consults health experts, economists and growers in race to clear legal hurdles within two years Germany is mulling over the consequences of soon…
Deadheads, be grateful: Jerry Garcia-inspired cannabis lands in Colorado
Casey Jones may have driven that train high on cocaine, but soon fans of the Grateful Dead will have a different substance they can buy…
Colorado’s cannabis industry prepares for tough times as U.S. recession looms
Colorado’s cannabis industry is preparing for tough times as marijuana sales drop and economic problems pile up. During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, weed businesses serviced…
Democrats are looking for a weed deal
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer doesn’t have the votes to pass a sweeping marijuana decriminalization bill — despite repeatedly touting his support for ending federal…
Louisiana: Multiple Marijuana Reform Bills Signed Into Law; Measures Take Effect August 1
“These are common sense reforms provide further and sorely needed protections and freedoms for patients and others. Lawmakers are to be commended for putting politics…
Two months after New Jersey legalized weed, concern rises about cops smoking it
It’s two months since New Jersey legalized recreational marijuana and there’s rising controversy about cops using it, even during their off hours. Currently, officers are…
How a chewing gum heir fell into a sticky situation with weed
William “Beau” Wrigley Jr. envisioned building a weed empire that would one day rival his family’s legendary chewing gum business. The former CEO of the…
Thailand to ease cannabis rules but smokers warned over smell ‘nuisance’
People will be allowed to grow it at home but smoking for recreational purposes is still forbidden Thailand will soon ease its rules on cannabis…
This tiny Colorado town may change its name to “Kush.” Seriously.
It’s easy to miss Moffat — a 120-person town in southern Colorado’s San Luis Valley that long has been known for its agriculture and ranching…
Rhode Island governor to sign measure legalizing marijuana
Rhode Island is poised to become the 19th state in the nation to legalize marijuana for recreational use after legislators on Tuesday passed the bill…
Detroit customs officers seize over 2,000 pounds of marijuana labeled as ‘pool toys’
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in Detroit seized 2,175 pounds of marijuana labeled as “pool toys” earlier this month. The incident occurred at…
Rhode Island: Lawmakers Advance Adult-Use Legalization Bill
“This is an important first step in the process of ending all penalties for cannabis possession and ensuring Rhode Islanders have access to regulated and…
How a push for equity turned Detroit into a dead zone for legal weed
While legal marijuana businesses thrive in Michigan, the city of Detroit has not yet allowed any recreational cannabis shops to open. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/legal-weed-detroit-suburbs-equity-rcna28691 Droolin’ Dog…
Delaware Legislature Approves Legislation to Remove Penalties for Adult Marijuana Possession
The Delaware Senate approved legislation to remove criminal and civil penalties for adult possession of limited quantities of marijuana. In a 13-7-1 vote, the upper…
Legalization Advocates in Missouri, South Dakota Turn in Signatures for November Ballot Campaigns
State officials must now conduct an official assessment of the signature petitions and verify their authenticity before determining whether the two measures will appear on…
Cannabis crime wave boosts banking prospects on Capitol Hill
Jordan Brown, a 29-year-old budtender, was shot and killed on March 19 during his shift at World of Weed in Tacoma, Wash. Joshua Chase, owner…
Texas: Austin Voters Decide in Favor of Municipal Ballot Initiative Eliminating Local Cannabis Penalties
Austin voters passed the proposition by a margin of 85 percent to 15 percent. The post Texas: Austin Voters Decide in Favor of Municipal Ballot…
Frequent marijuana smoking linked to higher risk of heart attack, study suggests
People who smoked marijuana more than once per month were more likely to have their first heart attack before age 50, new research found. Source:…
States that legalized marijuana now researching mental health risks of high-potency cannabis
States that legalized marijuana 10 years ago are now studying the public health implications of high-potency cannabis products that may be linked to psychosis. Source:…
Elevate Your 4/20 with NORML
While April 20th is synonymous with celebrating marijuana’s cultural status, NORML is calling on all legalization supporters to turn this high holiday into a week…
Maryland: Voters to Decide Legalization Question in November
“Just like voters have done elsewhere over the past decade, Marylanders will choose in favor of legalization at the ballot box and they will do…
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