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Cannabis chain once worth $1.7 billion and called the ‘Apple store of weed’ is now nearly failing Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 A chain of cannabis stores that was once described as the “Apple store of weed” and valued as high as $1.7 billion as a public company, is near financial collapse, according to a regulatory filing as the once-hot pot

Hemp could make EV batteries better, here’s how Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 Experts project that the demand for batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) will increase by 30 percent from now until 2030. With that, the EV battery market should rake in about $410 between 2020 and 2030. Right now, EV batteries are far from perfect: They’re slow to

Jim Belushi, actor and Cannabis farmer, to meet fans at Las Vegas dispensary Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 LAS VEGAS - Actor, comedian and cannabis farmer, Jim Belushi, is set to meet with fans at a Las Vegas dispensary on Saturday. According to a news release, Belushi will visit Planet 13 near the Las Vegas Strip from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. thi

Norway hosts first public meeting on Medical Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 NORWAY, one of the most cautious states in Europe when it comes to cannabis liberalisation, recently held a public meeting to discuss access to medical cannabis. The event, which took place in Oslo on January 20, 2023, brought together politicians from across

Marijuana and coffee? New bill could bring Cannabis Cafes to California Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 SAN FRANCISCO - A new bill introduced in the California legislature would allow cannabis lounges to sell food and non-alcoholic drinks. Customers would be able to eat or drink while they smoke in the smoke shops, which is currently illegal. A

Five things businesses should know about the Maryland Recreational Cannabis bill Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 The first major bill outlining what the recreational cannabis market in Maryland might look like was introduced in the General Assembly on Friday. The 88-page bill goes into detail about most elements of the new legal market from lic

Dallas could legalize Recreational Cannabis use under House Bill 1937 Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 Rep Jessica González, a Dallas Democrat, filed a bill this week that would allow counties and cities to legalize the recreational use of cannabis for adults. Under González’s House Bill 1937, adults 21 and older would be allowed to possess and

Cannabis dispensary wants to open at former CVS Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 Forest Park could make decision by end of month. A cannabis dispensary is looking to set up shop at the former Forest Park CVS store at 7216 Circle Ave., near the three-way Oak Park/Forest Park/River Forest border and across the street from Green Line Harlem CTA sta

California lawmaker introduces Cannabis Cafe bill Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 A California lawmaker has introduced legislation to permit the state’s licensed cannabis consumption lounges to serve freshly prepared food and drink and host live events. A California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow the state’s licensed cannabis c

Cannabis in Sports: how it can help or harm Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 Although numerous fitness enthusiasts and athletes consume marijuana, there are questions about its benefits and side effects. Does smoking weed affect cardio, weightlifting, and other exercises? Can the herb improve your capability? Using cannabis has pros and cons for

Cannabis industry reacts to Court Ruling Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 Local marijuana businesses are offering their thoughts and suggestions following a ruling by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe last week that could impact the roll-out of the cannabis industry in Western New York. Sharpe’s ruling upheld his previous injunction from November

2022 Cannabis in review and 2023 opportunity outlook Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 The cannabis industry - both domestic and international in scope, and comprised of two substantial subsectors: marijuana and hemp - started last year off strong. Namely, with a splash of high-profile M&A activity in January and February. There was tremendous pr

Huge Red Flag for the Cannabis Industry Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 8, 2023 Cannabis companies are learning the perils of trying to grow too aggressively. Cannabis companies used to be focused solely on growth at all costs. But that's not the case anymore. Investors are growing weary of businesses that aren't generating profits, and that's putting

Council approves Recreational Marijuana licensing Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 The Columbia City Council approved an ordinance to allow medical marijuana facilities to convert their business licenses to sell recreational marijuana. The council voted unanimously Monday to authorize medical marijuana dispensaries to convert their current licen

Science bears out the folly of rapid Marijuana legalization Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 Marijuana is not the harmless drug many of its advocates would have you believe, as we have pointed out. Fortunately, a growing number of lawmakers, including those who supported legalization in the past, are coming to the same conclusion based on the av

Creator of Cannabis-themed metaverse shares his vision for the industry Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 The metaverse is for more than enthusiasts and consumers, it is also for the B2B community and beyond. The cannabis industry has long been fragmented, both geographically and politically. Recognizing this, Mark Bonner, CEO of Cannaverse Techn

Dozens arrested in Weed Distribution ring with orders via FedEx and UPS Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 Multiple law enforcement agencies shut down an illegal cannabis distribution operation with orders available via FedEx, UPS, and other means of delivery. Authorities shut down an illegal distribution operation providing prompt delivery of wee

Dozens arrested in Weed Distribution ring with orders via FedEx and UPS Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 Multiple law enforcement agencies shut down an illegal cannabis distribution operation with orders available via FedEx, UPS, and other means of delivery. Authorities shut down an illegal distribution operation providing prompt delivery of wee