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FLORENCE, Ky. — Dispensaries in Kentucky are counting down the days until they can start selling medical cannabis, and so are the more than 11,000 people who have medical cards. Three dispensaries will open in Northern Kentucky. Just this week, Gov. Andy Beshear said the first cultivator in the state has plants growing. Dispensaries in Northern Ken...

More than 150,000 marijuana-related cases have now been expunged by Missouri Courts pursuant to Article XIV, Section 2 of the Missouri Constitution, passed by Missouri voters in November of 2022. Contrary to earlier published reports, there are many more cases awaiting expungement. The expungement of marijuana criminal cases is one of the most impo...

SOLON, Ohio — Solon is getting a new kind of green business this July: its very first cannabis dispensary. The Botanist, located at 33113 Aurora Road, is preparing to open its doors pending final approval from the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. Kate Ols, executive vice president of revenue for The Botanist, said they are hopeful that approval w...

Authorities in southern Oregon are cracking down on illegal marijuana cultivation. Last week, law enforcement officials raided an unlicensed marijuana grow in rural Eagle Point, seizing nearly 1,000 plants and issuing thousands of dollars in fines for multiple violations. The operation, led by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office Illegal Marijuana E...

A battle is brewing in Kentucky's hemp industry as U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell pushes for stricter regulation of intoxicating hemp-derived products, which could have unintended consequences for CBD businesses statewide. At the heart of the issue is a loophole created by the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp cultivation nationwide. McConnell, a ...

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is taking a historic step forward by legalizing the sale of marijuana on its reservation, making it the first group in the state to do so. On Tuesday, the Omaha Tribal Council unanimously adopted Title 51, establishing a Tribal Cannabis Regulatory Commission to oversee cannabis regulation and opening the door to both med...

The cannabis plant, native to Asia, has been used for thousands of years for both its medicinal and mind-altering properties. Despite U.S. prohibition pushing it into the shadows, cannabis cultivation and innovation have never stopped. Today, scientists are not just rediscovering cannabis—they're decoding its genetic secrets to unlock powerful new ...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — In May 2021, Governor Kay Ivey put her signature on a law authorizing medical cannabis in Alabama. More than four years later, medical cannabis remains unavailable in the state, but it appears the disputes that have led to delays and court fights may finally be addressed, once and for all. An administrative hearing process...

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Mayor Yemi Mobolade has vetoed an ordinance passed by the Colorado Springs City Council that would have amended how retail marijuana sales tax revenue is distributed, moving the distribution process from the city's hands to a contracted non-profit organization. With the legalization of recreational marijuana sales i...

In Rochester, NY, two well-known alcohol producers—Black Button Distilling and Heroes Brewing Company—shut their doors this past weekend. Both businesses cited rising costs as a key reason for their closures, but another trend may have played an even bigger role: a shift in consumer habits, particularly among younger adults. While overall alcohol u...

New York's cannabis market is competitive, with over 500 brands scrambling to get shelf space in 425 active dispensaries. But Silly Nice, a Black-owned and Veteran-owned brand, is moving differently. In just over a year since launching, they've expanded into 135 dispensaries statewide—and they're not slowing down. Founded by a tight-knit team, Sill...

Even as provinces discuss opening up direct trade of some alcohol products across Canada, cannabis sales remain under the tight control of provincial authorities. Most recently, nine provinces and one territory signed a memorandum of understanding to allow direct-to-consumer alcoholic beverage sales with other participating Canadian jurisdictions. ...

The classification of cannabis as a Schedule I drug under federal law is one of the most illogical and indefensible positions in American drug policy today. Despite overwhelming medical evidence, bipartisan public support, and successful state-level regulation, the federal government still insists that cannabis is as dangerous as heroin—and more da...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky's medical cannabis program is facing more legal challenges. A Louisville-based attorney, Greg Troutman, filed a lawsuit on behalf of businesses who didn't get drawn in the license lottery. He alleged the General Assembly unlawfully gave the Office of Medical Cannabis the power to decide how applicants were chosen. "It's a...

Take a walk down just about any block in New York City nowadays and you're bound to come across a bustling smoke shop or dispensary—and it's no surprise that these establishments are only continuing to gain traction. But there are a handful of women operating elevated cannabis dispensaries that offer something different: a more equitable, inviting,...

 Thailand's once-booming cannabis industry, valued at over $1 billion, is facing an uncertain future after the government reintroduced a ban on recreational use in June 2025. The abrupt policy shift has sent shockwaves through thousands of cannabis shops across the country, many of which now fear they'll be forced to shut down or operate illeg...

Virginia has taken a major step forward in its long and complex journey toward a legal retail cannabis market. On Wednesday, a newly formed joint legislative commission held its first official meeting in Richmond, setting the stage for what could become a fully regulated marijuana industry in the state by 2026. The commission, created through House...

The countdown is nearly over—the California State Fair is set to open its gates this Friday for a 16-day celebration of community, culture, and fun. Running from July 12 to July 28, this annual event will be held at Cal Expo in Sacramento and is expected to draw large crowds with its wide array of attractions. Fairgoers can enjoy the festivities da...