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There has been an explosion of franchise and private dispensary options across the US since recreational marijuana has been legalized by nearly half the states nationwide. In places like Denver, Seattle, and Detroit, you can find legal weed stores in almost every neighborhood. Many entrepreneurs may

Lexi, Las Vegas’ first cannabis-friendly hotel, has opened. Located off West Sahara Avenue a mile west of the Strip, the former Artisan Hotel has gone through a $3-plus million renovation of all its hotel rooms, along with the lobby, bar, lounge and (toptional) pool. Whereas purchasing marijuana is

A man caught with a ‘cannabis bunker’ beneath his shed was characterized as either an ‘Albanian drug lord’ or a ‘stooge’ in the wrong place at the wrong time. Recorder Samantha Presland made the either-or comparison on Friday afternoon, as she became the latest judge to deal with the long-running

State is region’s final holdout. NASHUA - It seems like Gov. Chris Sununu is ready to “play” now when it comes to the recreational use of marijuana. New Hampshire remains the sole New England state that still hasn’t legalized use for Granite State adults. But it appears that could be changing. “With

No on-site consumption will be allowed. Marijuana farmers markets are coming to New York state, potentially within a month, state regulators told a group of licensed growers during a virtual town hall on Thursday. “The solution we’re working on right now … are what we’re calling the New York

New research, involving millions of people worldwide over decades, adds to worries that heavy use of high-potency cannabis could exacerbate the mental health crisis in the US. Over the last decade of diagnosing countless young patients with new psychotic disorders, one striking result has stuck out

LAS VEGAS - There are questions about whether marijuana is legal inside hotel rooms at a resort that calls itself the first cannabis-friendly hotel in Las Vegas. The Lexi opens on Friday, June 2, and its owner Elevation Hotels and Resorts stated in a press release in January that the entire fourth

In the regulated cannabis sector, retail shrinkage is a concern as business owners must navigate tight regulations in an often cash-only environment combined with the usual causes of retail shrinkage, including theft and inefficient operations. Retail shrinkage occurs when a company loses inventory

Don’t plan on taking any weed along your next Carnival Cruise anytime soon. Carnival Cruises will continue to deploy drug detection dogs to search for pot and other drugs, according to a brand ambassador who confirmed the cruise line’s drug policy Tuesday. Don’t plan on smoking if you’re vacationing

Cannabis strains are often categorized into two opposing boxes: indica and sativa. Indica is sometimes called "in-da-couch" for its sedative, lethargy-inducing effects, and sativa for an energizing, stimulating high. That dichotomy is basic and outdated. It's rooted in science, as indica and sativa

You don’t need to be high to enjoy Ben Zabin’s weed-themed magic show, Smokus Pocus, but if you do arrive baked, rest assured you won’t be alone. “There’s definitely a lot of people there that are high … [but] I’ve worked really hard to make the show just as much fun for somebody who’s never smoked

This is the second Memorial Day weekend since the New Jersey recreational weed market opened up last year, and there are now 30 adult-use retailers throughout the state. With at least one dispensary located in 15 counties, weed will be a viable entertainment option for adults 21 and over. Take note

New ground is about to be broken in New Jersey. NJBIZ reports that Tahir Johnson — the owner of Simply Pure Trenton — is set to become the first entrepreneur with a cannabis-related conviction to own and operate a legal-use dispensary in New Jersey. “We’re really proud to be opening and excited to

Three more New Jersey recreational cannabis retail stores opened recently, further expanding the market to 30 shops where adults over the age 21 may buy legal weed. Sweetspot opened to customers on May 11, Nova Farms on May 19, and Earth & Ivy on May 20. All customers must have a scannable ID or

Despite setbacks from past initiatives, Nebraska advocates are beginning to ramp up efforts to legalize medical cannabis once again. Advocates in Nebraska, one of the few remaining states in the U.S. that have not enacted medical cannabis legislation, recently filed paperwork to get a medical

Research found strawberries treated with CBD suffered less decay. It’s been touted for its ability to treat pain and anxiety, and it’s found in everything from soda to soap. But could CBD also help extend the shelf life of certain foods? New research suggests that it’s possible. A study published

The world of cannabis culture is rich, diverse, and ever-evolving. One of the essential elements of this culture that bridges the past and the present is the weed grinder. This transformative tool has not only streamlined cannabis consumption but also revolutionized its entire experience. The

Researchers say an increase in emergency room visits and hospitalizations related to cannabis use by pregnant women is raising concerns about risks including preterm labour, low birth weight and negative effects on the baby’s developing brain. Their study was based on data from 980,398 pregnancies

ROLLING PRAIRIE - A man who said he was transporting product across the country in a rental car for work was arrested in a small Indiana town after officers discovered the product in question was nearly 300 pounds of marijuana. According to the La Porte County Police, the driver, Luis Dorantes Perez

Medical cannabis company Cannaponics has raised a record-equalling $5 million – the maximum allowed under Australian law – in an equity crowdfunding campaign via Birchal. The campaign for the West Australian startup lasted just two weeks with 2,771 investors buying in. The only other company to