Tag: marijuana news

Apr 23
Copenhagen’s Iconic Freetown Christiania Razes ‘Pusher Street’ To Combat Crime

In a historic move to reclaim their community from the grip of illegal drug trade and gang violence, residents of Copenhagen’s Freetown Christiania have begun dismantling the notorious ‘Pusher Street’ –…

Apr 22
Study Finds No Cognitive Impairment From Infrequent Teen Cannabis Use

As research into the effects of cannabis continues to evolve, a recent Portuguese investigation sheds light on an important yet understudied area – occasional cannabis use during adolescence. The study, published…

Apr 22
Cannabis and Abortion Ballot Measures Could Boost Biden in Florida

With Florida’s upcoming ballot including initiatives to legalize recreational marijuana and protect abortion rights, Democrats see a prime opportunity to energize key voter blocs and tilt the pivotal swing state in…

Apr 21
NY Court Ruling Overturns Restrictive Cannabis Advertising Regulations

In a significant win for cannabis businesses and platforms operating in New York, a state supreme court judge has struck down the state’s prohibitive rules around third-party cannabis advertising and marketing.…

Apr 21
NY Legislators Propose Harsh Penalties for Unlicensed Cannabis Retailers

As New York’s regulated cannabis market struggles to gain traction, state lawmakers are taking aim at illicit marijuana retailers with a tough new proposal. Recently introduced legislation would authorize revoking liquor,…

Apr 20
San Francisco Gears Up for Citywide Cannabis Celebration – SF Weed Week

While San Francisco’s iconic 4/20 event at Hippie Hill has been called off this year, cannabis enthusiasts need not worry. The city is rolling out a brand new celebration – SF…

Apr 20
D.C. Council Approves Longer Medical Cannabis Tax Holiday and New Regulations

The Council of the District of Columbia has unanimously passed the “Medical Cannabis Patient Card Extension 4/20 Medical Cannabis Sales Tax Holiday Week Emergency Amendment Act of 2024.” This new legislation…

Apr 19
Iowa Moves to Regulate Hemp-Derived THC Products with Potency Limits

The Iowa legislature has taken a significant step toward regulating the state’s hemp industry by passing a bill that imposes potency caps and additional restrictions on consumable hemp products containing THC.…

Apr 18
Hawaii’s Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Stalls Again as House Panel Opts Out

Despite gaining significant traction this legislative session, Hawaii’s pursuit of adult-use cannabis legalization has hit another roadblock after a key House committee declined to hold a hearing on the reform measure,…

Apr 18
Florida Voters to Decide on Recreational Marijuana Legalization in Upcoming Election

In a pivotal ruling, the Florida Supreme Court has cleared the way for a groundbreaking cannabis initiative to appear on the November 2024 ballot, allowing voters to have their say on…