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Biden helps California move closer to Cannabis cafes Image Cannabis NewsMay 24, 2024 Cannabis Industry Pushes for Amsterdam-Style Cafes in California Amid Federal Policy Shifts. The cannabis industry hopes changes at the federal level will help convince Gov. Gavin Newsom — who stumped for the 2016 legalization push — to get on board. California law

Is Marijuana really safer than alcohol? Science weighs in Image Cannabis NewsMay 24, 2024 Move over, alcohol, Marijuana is now America’s choice. A recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health revealed that more Americans are toking up daily than cracking open a cold one. It’s a historic shift, fueled by widespread legalization and the persistent b

Cannabis is in and alcohol is out. Is Gen Z driving the change in preference? Image Cannabis NewsMay 24, 2024 DEA Moves to Reclassify Marijuana Amid Increasing Popularity Over Alcohol Among Young Adults. With recreational marijuana now legal in 24 states, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving to reclassify the drug to a less dangerous

Thailand plans to require permits for Medical, research use of Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Thailand Announces Plans to Relist Cannabis as Narcotic, Restricting Use to Medical and Research Purposes. Thailand plans to relist cannabis as a narcotic and issue permits only to those who grow and use it for medical purposes and research, Publ

Major Cannabis brand opens another store in California Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Stiiizy Opens Flagship Store Near Clovis City Limits, Marking a First for the Area. The popular cannabis brand Stiiizy has opened a flagship store in a strip mall just off Willow Avenue, just across the street from the Clovis city limits. It’s slotted between a H

Monitoring Weed’s Business Landscape Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Stay informed with these North American news highlights. Make Way for Massachusetts The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) recently shared that the state collected $1.8 billion in cannabis sales during 2023. The figure reflects a combined total of recreational cannabi

Lower Sioux Indian Community in Minnesota turns to hemp for sustainable housing solutions Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 The Lower Sioux Indian Community in southwest Minnesota is using hempcrete to address the community's housing and job needs. After a decade of research and consulting some of the best hempcrete industry experts in the world, the

Delaware Marijuana commissioner to host workshops on social equity program Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Are you interested in learning more about the state’s social equity program for Delaware’s recreational marijuana industry? The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner will host workshops across the state in June to provide technical assistance t

What you need to know about the Cannabis bill passed by the Minnesota Legislature Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 New legislation includes law changes sought by the state Office of Cannabis Management. On the chaotic final day of the 2024 legislative session, Minnesota lawmakers on Sunday approved a sweeping bill making changes to the state's year-

City presents zoning proposals for adult-focused businesses, including Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Albert Lea City Staff Presents Zoning Proposals for Cannabis and Adult-Focused Businesses. Albert Lea city staff presented zoning proposals Wednesday evening for cannabis businesses in the future, along with other adult-focused businesses

ER visits among seniors rose after Cannabis legalization Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 A new study has linked the legalization of cannabis with a rise in the number of Ontario seniors visiting emergency rooms. The number of people aged 65 and over checking into ERs in Ontario for what amounted to cannabis poisoning grew sharply over an eight-year

Oklahoma authorities seize more than 17,500 Marijuana plants Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Oklahoma Authorities Seize Over 17,500 Illegal Marijuana Plants in Major Raid. Authorities have seized more than 17,500 untagged marijuana plants and 600 pounds of processed marijuana that was untraceable, the state attorney general’s office announced. Base

Daily Cannabis Use Surpasses Alcohol for the First Time Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Daily cannabis use in the US has now outpaced that of alcohol for the first time, according to new national survey data. While alcohol remains more widely used throughout the country, the percentage of cannabis users consuming it on a daily basis overtook those

Daily Cannabis Use Surpasses Alcohol for the First Time Image Cannabis NewsMay 23, 2024 Daily cannabis use in the US has now outpaced that of alcohol for the first time, according to new national survey data. While alcohol remains more widely used throughout the country, the percentage of cannabis users consuming it on a daily basis overtook those

Majority of Tennessee voters favor legalizing Recreational Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMay 22, 2024 The majority of Tennessee voters favor legalizing recreational cannabis, according to the latest poll from Vanderbilt University. The semiannual poll’s most recent survey found more than half the state’s voters support a woman’s right to an abortion,

Delaware Bill Would Allow Medical Cannabis Operators To Sell Adult-Use Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMay 22, 2024 Delaware Proposes New Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis Businesses to Enter Adult-Use Market. In preparation for Delaware’s launch of adult-use sales, this new bill would permit medical cannabis business owners to apply for a temporary conve

Iowa Governor Signs Bill To Regulate Hemp Products Image Cannabis NewsMay 22, 2024 Iowa Enacts New Regulations on Hemp-Derived THC Products. Gov. Kim Reynold approved House File 2605, which will further regulate hemp-derived consumable products. On May 17, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed 20 bills prior to the end of the legislative session. One of wh

Craft brewers say new Hemp rules could cut the industry's lifeline: THC drinks Image Cannabis NewsMay 22, 2024 Proposed Hemp Regulations Threaten Illinois Craft Breweries' THC-Infused Beverage Sales. After watching sales of their new THC-infused beverages explode in recent months, Illinois’ craft beer makers are worried proposed regulation could za