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Parents at BASIS DC, a competitive Penn Quarter charter school, are battling to stop a potential cannabis dispensary from opening nearby. Why it matters: The District is in the weeds of cannabis regulation, and the fight reveals a potential loophole that could affect areas near schools and youth

Ontario Doubles Cannabis Store Cap Amid Market Squeeze. Ontario’s move to raise the number of stores cannabis companies can operate has been welcomed by some in the industry, but an expert says the change may only help a select few operators in the over-saturated market. This month, the Ontario

Compounds in cannabis have the potential to prevent and treat Covid-19, according to a review of research published last month. The study found that cannabis compounds known as cannabinoids could prevent infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, as well as lessen the severity of the

Canadians are making fewer trips to the beer fridge these days. Numbers from Statistics Canada(opens in a new tab) shows drinking habits are changing. “Overall, it’s just across the board, people are just spending less essentially, or consuming less,” says Sylvain Charlebois, the head of Dalhousie

Curaleaf is one of six licensed medical marijuana companies in New York to receive the green light to begin recreational operations. As of mid-December, Curaleaf Holdings was one of six licensed medical marijuana companies in New York to receive the formal green light to begin recreational

The Washington, DC District Council has approved a measure to fine unlicensed weed shops. The Washington, D.C. District Council on Tuesday approved a measure that establishes new penalties for cannabis gifting shops. The bill, which could go into effect as soon as this week, is designed to regulate

Two months after Ohioans voted to pass it, a lot of questions are being asked regarding the legalization of marijuana. Mike Petrella, owner of Ohio Valley Natural Relief who advocated for Issue 2's passing, says it has come with a puff of confusion. "We funnel a lot of phone calls, emails of just

The bill would only take effect if adult-use cannabis is legalized by voters later in 2024. Florida Representative Ralph Massullo introduced House Bill 1269 on Jan. 5, which received its first reading on Jan. 9. If passed, the bill would implement limitations on potency in cannabis products

Thailand Considers Banning Recreational Cannabis After Legalization Boom. Thailand’s new government is moving ahead to pass new legisalation banning cannabis for recreational use in a major reversal 18 months after the country became the first in Asia to decriminalize the plant. The relaxed laws saw

As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, more and more products are emerging on the market. From traditional methods of smoking and edibles to newer innovations such as topicals and concentrates, it can be overwhelming for customers to navigate through all the options. However, one product in

Virginia Takes Steps Toward Recreational Marijuana Sales. Legislative Progress: House Bill 698 reflects Virginia’s growing momentum towards legalizing recreational marijuana, indicating a shift in the political landscape favoring cannabis reform. Economic Prospects vs. Political Hurdles: The bill

Kent State University Launches Cannabis Certificate Programs. Ohio's recent legalization of recreational cannabis has brought about opportunities not only for existing cannabis businesses, but also for jobseekers looking to break into the industry. To meet that demand and prepare for industry growth

Illinois Supreme Court Hears Cases on Whether Cannabis Odor Justifies Vehicle Searches. The Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday as to whether the smell of cannabis alone is grounds for police officers to search a vehicle, marking a test of the state’s 2020 recreational marijuana

Runners enjoyed exercising more while under the influence, but the drug proved not to be performance enhancing. Cannabis users are often stereotyped as lazy couch potatoes satisfying their munchies with junk food. But a new study from the University of Colorado pushes back against that

Tilray Eyes Quick Entry into US Medical Cannabis Market if Federal Reclassification Occurs. Tilray Brands believes it can get into the medical marijuana business in the U.S. pretty quickly if the Biden administration reclassifies cannabis as a Schedule 3 drug sometime this year, CEO Irwin Simon

Michigan Cannabis Operators Look to Federal Changes and State Testing Facility in 2024. As 2024 kicks into full swing and we pull ourselves away from family and head back to work, its a good time to look ahead at what the upcoming year has in store. In Michigan, cannabis operators are transitioning

Thailand Seeks Public Opinion on Banning Recreational Cannabis Use. Thailand has sought public opinion on draft legislation by the new government which seeks to ban cannabis for recreational use, making a major reversal over a year after the country became the first in Asia to decriminalise the

Aaron Van Camp opened Dank 716 – Buffalo’s first legal adult-use dispensary – on July 17, 2023. During its first six months in business, the store has grossed nearly $5 million in sales and cultivated a larger-than-expected customer base. But while business at Dank 716 has been good, Van Camp

Wisconsin Republicans Introduce Limited Medical Marijuana Bill, Facing Senate and Public Scrutiny. Assembly Republicans introduced a bill Monday that would allow Wisconsinites with one of 15 eligible health conditions to access smokeless medical marijuana products at five state-run dispensaries. The

Cannabis Business Owner Charged in Shooting Incident Released from House Arrest with Restrictions. A Santa Cruz business owner criminally charged with shooting a Glock 9mm handgun at attempted burglars was released from his house arrest Tuesday. Decibel Gardens co-owner Derek Hubbard, 36, was