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Colombia Chamber of Representatives passes Cannabis legalization bill Image Cannabis NewsMay 11, 2023 Cannabis legalization could become a reality for Colombia as it moves to the Senate. On May 8, the Colombian Chamber of Representatives passed a cannabis legalization bill. In the sixth of eight discussions, the bill was passed with a 98-57 vote. I
Doctors warn seniors about consuming too much THC Image Cannabis NewsMay 11, 2023 More seniors are consuming cannabis, presenting new issues and the need for education. Due to an uptick of incidents involving seniors consuming too much cannabis, doctors are warning older citizens about how to consume the plant correctly. Eating edibles in particula
San Francisco considers banning new Cannabis shops Image Cannabis NewsMay 10, 2023 A ban on new cannabis stores could be coming to San Francisco. Ahsha Safai, the District 11 supervisor and newly announced San Francisco mayoral candidate, wants to ban new applications for pot shops in the city, limiting the number of stores to current shops and any
Cannabis operators big and small argue over who should oversee the industry in Illinois Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 A battle over legal cannabis oversight in Illinois pits startup social equity business owners against big multistate operators, and could determine the future regulation of the industry in the state. At issue is the desire for a si
Gang violence could end open Cannabis trade in anarchist commune Christiania Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 Organised criminals have taken over ‘Pusher Street’ market in the Danish capital and are vying for dominance. The 40-year history of the open cannabis trade on “Pusher Street” in the heart of the anarchist Christiania neighbourhood of Copenha
NBA player's Weed brand not happening soon Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 NBA players will remain banned from promoting cannabis companies or launching their own brands until at least 2029, according to a new NBA agreement signed last week. (Benzinga) This news contradicts April reports stating that the league and players had agreed that NBA player
World's tallest 'hemp hotel' trails South Africa's green credentials Image Cannabis NewsMay 8, 2023 With 12 storeys, a breathtaking view of Cape Town’s imposing Table Mountain and a minimal ecological footprint, the world’s tallest building made with industrial hemp is soon to open its doors in South Africa. Workers in central Cape Town are putting
New York Governor signs legislation to reign in illicit weed market Image Cannabis NewsMay 8, 2023 New York’s governor has signed legislation to address the state’s illicit cannabis industry, giving regulators new powers to assess civil penalties. New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed legislation to reign in the state’s illicit marijua
Baltimore Police Officer sold Marijuana while on duty Image Cannabis NewsMay 5, 2023 Two Baltimore police officers were indicted this week in separate cases, including an 11-year department veteran accused of selling drugs on the clock. Allegations that come as the agency seeks to rebuild its reputation after the Gun Trace Task Force corruption sca
New York's heavy hand keeps illegal Marijuana and tobacco dealers in business Image Cannabis NewsMay 5, 2023 High taxes and heavy regulations are as effective as prohibition at creating black markets. While I have fond memories of life in New York, many of them involve defying some stupid rule or regulation. It's a pleasure to now live in Arizona w
Company behind Cannabis facility in Grants receives DEA license Image Cannabis NewsMay 4, 2023 Bright Green Corp, the company behind a proposed 100-plus-acre cannabis facility in Grants, announced Monday it has received its federal license from the US Drug Enforcement Administration, a move that puts the company in position to begin cultivation, ma
Oregon secretary of state resigns amid controversy over side gig as Marijuana industry consultant Image Cannabis NewsMay 3, 2023 Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan announced her resignation Tuesday, less than a week after it was revealed that she had taken a lucrative side job. Fagan, who announced her resignation in a press release, took a sec
Proposal allowing Rhode Island Cannabis businesses to advertise moves forward Image Cannabis NewsMay 3, 2023 A proposal to allow Rhode Island cannabis companies to advertise is moving forward. If you've driven along highways in Rhode Island, you might've seen billboards advertising marijuana business. But they aren't Rhode Island companies -- they
Medical Cannabis industry taking shape in Alabama Image Cannabis NewsMay 3, 2023 TUSCALOOSA - The medical cannabis industry in Alabama is slowly getting off the ground with the first round of licensed growers expected to be approved by mid-summer, according to the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. Once it’s up and running, we wanted to find out
More than 3000 pounds of Marijuana stuffed into tires entering Detroit Image Cannabis NewsMay 3, 2023 Semi truck hauling tires stopped at border. DETROIT -Officials intercepted more than 3,000 pounds of marijuana that had been stuffed into the lining of tires on a semi truck entering Detroit. Officers with United States Customs and Border Protectio
Trump supports death penalty for drug dealers despite popularity of Cannabis among voters Image Cannabis NewsMay 2, 2023 Donald Trump told Newsmax’s “Greg Kelly Reports” in a recent interview that marijuana does “significant damage” although he recognized that legalizing cannabis is a “pretty popular thing” among voters. (Benzinga) Greg Kelly, who
