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Cheech and Chong light up New Mexico with Dreamz Dispensary Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 14, 2023 Together the iconic duo and New Mexico's premier dispensary will spark a new era in cannabis in the Cactus State. Igniting a joint venture that promises to blaze new trails in cannabis, Cheech and Chong's Cannabis Co. proudly announces their partnershi
New York Cannabis regulators expand Licenses Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 14, 2023 “It’s about time.” Cannabis regulators in New York state gave the green light to pass updated and expanded regulations Tuesday, signaling a more inclusive shift in the application process for licensed cannabis shops. Until now, such licenses were primarily limited to
New York Cannabis regulators expand Licenses Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 14, 2023 “It’s about time.” Cannabis regulators in New York state gave the green light to pass updated and expanded regulations Tuesday, signaling a more inclusive shift in the application process for licensed cannabis shops. Until now, such licenses were primarily limited to
Republican Legislators call on DEA to reject recommendation about Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 14, 2023 A group of 14 congress members wrote a letter stating that recommending cannabis to be rescheduled is “irresponsible.” A group of Republican legislators recently sent a letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) asking for the a
Republican Legislators call on DEA to reject recommendation about Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 14, 2023 A group of 14 congress members wrote a letter stating that recommending cannabis to be rescheduled is “irresponsible.” A group of Republican legislators recently sent a letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) asking for the a
New Jersey proposes rules to expand Cannabis edibles Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) has voted in favour of propsoed rules that would relax restrictions on cannabis edibles. Recreational cannabis sales started in New Jersey in 2022 almost a year and a half after the state voted in the Cannab
Federal Judge in Arkansas blocks Hemp Cannabinoids Ban in pivotal ruling Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 A federal judge in Arkansas ruled that the state’s ban on intoxication hemp products is superseded by the 2018 Farm Bill. The implications of a recent federal judge ruling have people in the industry asking: Did a federal judge just legali
Does cannabis affect surgical outcomes? Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 After alcohol, marijuana is the most commonly used recreational substance among US adults and adolescents. Up to 22 million Americans 12 or older use cannabis. In a 2022 survey by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 0.7 percent of 8 th graders, 2.1 percent of 10 th grad
Parents feel misled by ministers over Medical Cannabis pledge Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 A high-profile government climbdown that legalised a type of cannabis medicine on the NHS five years ago misled patients, campaigners say. It was thought the law change would mean the unlicensed drug, which treats a range of conditions, could be free
Court denies committee’s bid to block Marijuana referendum Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 Judge Mary Barglind denied the request for an intervention from the Committee for Economic Development in a recent court hearing involving the newest marijuana case in the 41st Circuit Court in Menominee. The state court case filed by The Fire Station,
Attorneys offer Free Expungement Services at New Jersey Event Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 Three attorneys will offer services for New Jersey residents with cannabis convictions at an upcoming expo. A trio of dedicated attorneys—Andrew Cooper of Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP, Michael Hoffman of The Hoffman Centers PC, and John Williams of
Litigation regarding Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission needs to come to a head Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 Maybe it was inevitable. Anyone who has seen another state award competitive licenses for a limited number of cannabis operators knew well that Alabama’s process would result in litigation. That was not an indictment of Alabama or
Connecticut Cannabis sales continue to rise in August with $25M in Sales Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 While medical cannabis sales dropped slightly, adult-use sales are growing. New data on monthly cannabis sales in Connecticut shows that numbers have increased yet again. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) said in a pr
California bill that would legalize Cannabis cafes hits new milestone Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 Cannabis cafes could soon become legal in California – that is, if the governor signs the bill into law. Right now, it's illegal for cannabis smoke lounges to sell drinks and food that don't have pot in them. But this new legislation could ch
The Taste of Freedom Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 13, 2023 After facing a 98-year prison sentence for cannabis, Richard DeLisi assists drug war prisoners with his brand, DeLisioso. The U.S. justice system is irrefutably flawed and has a dark side, but one company rose from the ashes of a cruel ruling. Richard DeLisi is one of America’s longest-serv
Canadians protesting province's homegrown Cannabis ban hope for court win Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 12, 2023 Judge reserves decision in court case launched by cannabis advocacy group. A group protesting Manitoba's ban against growing cannabis in a home is hoping for a win in court. TobaGrown, a cannabis advocacy organization, took the province t
Call for Hemp processing factory in island of Ireland Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 12, 2023 Farmers for Action (FFA) is calling for the immediate establishment of a hemp processing facility in Ireland. “Hemp is the fastest growing form of wood on the planet,” the organisation’s William Taylor argued. “The crop sequesters more carbon in one year tha
North Carolina tribe votes to Legalize Recreational Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 12, 2023 In a historic vote, members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in North Carolina voted in favor of a proposal last week to allow recreational marijuana for adults on tribal land. For North Carolina, where both recreational and medical cannabis ar
