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ChatGPT and Weed: Cannabis startups try AI for everything Image Cannabis NewsMay 1, 2023 There’s been a lot of hope and hand-wringing over how artificial intelligence will reshape medicine, education and our understanding of reality itself. It seems worth asking how it could affect one of the most popular drugs in America. One area where AI can hav
Lawsuit seeks to block Harlem cCnnabis dispensary from opening Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 When officials from the state Dormitory Authority announced plans for a cannabis dispensary on 125th Street in Harlem last year, the local community pushed back, fearful the store could lead to an increase in crime and congestion. With the state standin
Lawsuit against Pontiac adds points Nature’s Remedy ranking Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 City’s ranking of medical marijuana applicants challenged last year. A lawsuit filed last year against the City of Pontiac over how medical marijuana applicants were processed has been resolved, but may lead to new legal action. After the city’s medical ma
One headache after another leads 25 Cannabis farms to band together Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 Last year, state regulators encouraged farms to plant and harvest marijuana as soon as possible. BUFFALO - A group of weed farmers has formed an alliance with the goal of advocating for themselves in the face of ever-changing regulations and an ind
Amid the Cannabis glut, growers are pulling out of Santa Barbara county Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 North County Operators with Permits for More Than 160 Acres of Pot Walked Away This Month, as Supervisors Sought Way to Shore Up Slumping Cannabis Tax Revenues. In a sign of the times, four growers who had obtained zoning permit approvals to pl
Minnesota lawmaker fears Legalizing Marijuana will force police dogs to retire prematurely Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 WASHINGTON - A Minnesota lawmaker said he is concerned that legalizing marijuana in the state might force police dogs out of their jobs, as well as cost taxpayers unforeseen money. State Rep. Brian Johnson, a Republican who r
GOP Senators kill veterans Cannabis research bill Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 A bipartisan bill directing the VA to conduct research into the medical potential of cannabis for military veterans was blocked from advancing by a procedural vote in the US Senate. Republicans in the U.S. Senate voted this week to block a bill that would have direc
California Cannabis department grants nearly $20 Million to academic institutions Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 Sixteen colleges received a portion of the grant money set aside to fund a variety of cannabis research initiatives in California. The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) granted $19,942,918 to 16 academic institutions wit
Two people hurt after fire breaks out at Oklahoma Marijuana processing facility Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 OKLAHOMA - Investigators say a fire broke out at an illegal marijuana processing facility in Logan County. Crews were called to the facility near Sonner and E. Charter Oak Road around four Thursday afternoon. Two people were taken to th
Substitute teacher accused of supplying student with Marijuana gummies Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 PONTIAC - A substitute teacher from Pontiac High School is being investigated by the Oakland County Sheriff's Office for allegedly supplying a student with marijuana-infused candy. According to the sheriff, the student then brought them to schoo
Bob Marley's son launches Cannabis line Image Cannabis NewsApril 28, 2023 A new brand of cannabis products is taking root in Michigan. "Lion Order" was founded by legendary musician Bob Marley's son, Rohan. Marley says his company is creating proprietary blends based on what he likes and drawing from his history as a coffee producer. “I figure sinc
Texas House OKs Marijuana decriminalization bill again as Senate hurdles remain Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 The Senate, led by Lt Gov Dan Patrick, a longtime opponent of legalization, has consistently blocked the legislation. The Texas House on Wednesday gave initial approval to a bill that lowers the penalty for possessing small amounts of m
Gaylord council says no again to Marijuana consumption at golf event Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 GAYLORD - The social media company promoting an August golf outing in Gaylord went before the city council Monday night seeking a change in the marijuana ordinance to permit the consumption of cannabis during the two-day event. Just like it did tw
Marijuana microbusiness licenses will be available earlier than planned Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 The Department of Health and Senior Services announced Tuesday that it will begin accepting applications early for the state's marijuana microbusiness program. The application window for the first round of applications is July 27 through April
Recreational Marijuana sale law now in effect in Delaware Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 House Bill 2, which creates and regulates the recreational marijuana industry, went into effect at 12 am Thursday. WILMINGTON, Delaware (WPVI) -- Another step is now in place toward making marijuana sales legal in Delaware. House Bill 2, which creates and re
Recreational Marijuana sale law now in effect in Delaware Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 House Bill 2, which creates and regulates the recreational marijuana industry, went into effect at 12 am Thursday. WILMINGTON, Delaware (WPVI) -- Another step is now in place toward making marijuana sales legal in Delaware. House Bill 2, which creates and re
Minnesota house approves adult-use Cannabis Legalization bill Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 The Minnesota House of Representatives has passed legislation to legalize marijuana for adults and regulate the commercial production and sale of cannabis. The Minnesota House of Representatives this week passed a bill to legalize cannabis for adults and
New Cannabis distributing center brings roughly 150 new jobs Image Cannabis NewsApril 27, 2023 An 87,000-square-foot cannabis distribution warehouse is now open in Tulare County. According to Nabis, which was founded in 2018, the wholesale warehouse resides in Woodlake and brings along with it about 100 to 150 new jobs. This, the company says, shou