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California lawmaker pushes ‘Cannabis Cafes’ in new Bill

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The exhibit halls of the Chicago Hilton and Towers were packed with vendors offering a glimpse of the world as it’s about to become in Illinois, from lemonade to honey to krispie treats

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Cannabis goes head-to-head with big pharma in new Zelira Therapeutics pain med study

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The Illinois legislature joined the movement to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of pot, passing a measure Thursday that would bar arrest for the offense.

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THC, CBD, & CBN: Can cannabis protect the brain from Alzheimer’s?

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You've probably read about the positive effects of coconut oil's medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) to produce ketones that energize brain cells with dysfunctional brain metabolism and even reverse Alzheimer's disease (AD).

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The Marijuana Evolution Of Senator Orrin Hatch - Cannabis News

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More than 2,000 people descended on the Hilton Chicago in the South Loop for the three-day Marijuana Business Conference and Expo.

Ayr receives final license to sell adult-use cannabis in Watertown, the company’s second approved adult-use dispensary in Greater Boston

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Because she has seizures every day and slams into the ground, 18-year-old Dixie Pace has worn a helmet since November.

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How will Canadian universities handle legal marijuana?

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When Erik Christiansen started smoking pot, he became fascinated by the look of different marijuana strains. But the photographs of marijuana he saw didn't capture the variety.

New York City: Manhattan DA to stop prosecuting marijuana possession cases - Cannabis News

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Bruce Kennedy ~ WeedWorthy ~
 
Investor and marijuana advocate Leslie Bocskor believes the campaign towards national legalization of adult cannabis has already been set in motion

Marijuana and the Effects it has on Sleeping - Cannabis News

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AUSTIN, Texas - The Texas House gave final approval Tuesday to a limited medical marijuana bill that would give epilepsy patients access to trace amounts of cannabis oil

Survey: Two-thirds of cops say marijuana laws should be relaxed – Cannabis News

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"Puff, puff, pass" and beyond. Talking marijuana manners with Lizzie Post and others in these weird, post-legalization times

Fly the Friendly Skies with Hemp – Cannabis News

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HARRISBURG — With the legalization of medical marijuana now before the House, Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday hosted supporters at the governor’s residence for what he described as “a chance to get the facts out.”

Who works in the cannabis industry? A new trade association ad campaign shows its employees – Cannabis News

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DENVER -- It turns out selling weed is pretty hard. Contrary to popular belief, selling it legally, at least, isn’t all THC-infused lollipops and rainbows. Just ask David Schwartz.

City councilor wants Edmonton to be world’s cannabis capital

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Medical marijuana could be legal in Texas, sort of.

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Customers sue California Marijuana company for overstating THC Potency in its joints

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DENVER (AP) - A Colorado law firm specializing in marijuana law has endowed a professorship at the University of Denver.

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Iowa youth advocate seeks to launch Marijuana education campaign

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CHICAGO (AP) — Advocates of Illinois' troubled medical marijuana experiment hope to reassure investors by pushing to have lawmakers extend it beyond 2017, when it expires, but the initiative faces an uncertain fate on Gov. Bruce Rauner's desk.

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Oregon marijuana growers turning to hemp as CBD extract explodes - Cannabis News

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Stephanie Langston ~ WKRN
 
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - It’s the final push for those that want to decriminalize marijuana in Nashville. Tennessee Norml, the group leading the efforts, still needs thousands of signatures to get their measure on the Metro general election ballot.

Marijuana In College: Why Universities Are Offering Cannabis-Focused Classes (And Where You Can Find Them) - Cannabis News

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“Cannabis is spurring on an ag-tech revolution,” said Troy Dayton, CEO of ArcView Group, a cannabis-industry research firm in Oakland, California.

Medical marijuana can now be used to treat opioid addiction in N.J. - Cannabis News

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The U.S. government has opened a new line of business for America’s biggest banks, and for once they don’t want it. Little wonder: it’s cash from legalized marijuana.

Gov. Herbert says he's considering legalizing medical marijuana

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SALT LAKE CITY — Gov. Gary Herbert said Thursday he's open to legalizing marijuana in Utah for medical use.

Marijuana Prohibition Is Unscientific, Unconstitutional And Unjust

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Next Thursday I am scheduled to debate Robert White, co-author (with Bill Bennett) of Going to Pot: Why the Rush to Legalize Marijuana Is Harming America, on Glenn Beck’s radio show.

Police prepare for Oregon marijuana law to take effect

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ONTARIO, Ore. - Oregon's marijuana law is set to take effect on July 1, allowing for recreational sales and use of the drug for people 21 and older.

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