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Minnesota's rollout of recreational cannabis has not gone as smoothly as many business owners hoped. For entrepreneurs like Mark Eide, owner of In-Dispensary in downtown Minneapolis, the transition to selling recreational cannabis has been filled with setbacks and uncertainty. Despite securing one of the state's first retail microbusiness licenses,...

ROCHESTER, Minn. – After missing out on Olmsted County's initial cannabis business lottery, local entrepreneurs Peter and Tasha Jada are getting a second chance to enter Minnesota's growing legal market. The couple, owners of Canna Serve Ya, were not among the 14 winners selected in the county's first round, but when several initial applicants with...

A team of researchers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has made a groundbreaking discovery in the world of CBD medicine. By using a common kitchen spice — caraway seeds — the team has created a new class of CBD-like compounds that could offer safer, more affordable, and more effective treatments for childhood seizure disorders. Caraw...

LINCOLN — Emotions ran high in Lincoln this week as dozens of Nebraskans filled a state hearing room to protest newly proposed medical cannabis regulations. The passionate turnout reflected the ongoing frustration of voters who overwhelmingly supported the legalization of medical cannabis in the 2024 general election but now feel betrayed by overly...

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Compassion and care are at the heart of a new proposal in the Pennsylvania Senate aimed at helping terminal patients. The recently introduced Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act — also known as Ryan's Law — would allow terminal patients receiving treatment in hospitals to continue using prescribed medical cannabis, offeri...

Is Tilray Brands Stock a Buy Right Now? A Fresh Look at Its Value Curious about what to do with Tilray stock right now? You're definitely not alone. Investors have been buzzing lately after Tilray shares surged nearly 51% over the past month, building on a 7% rise just this week. Despite this recent strength, the stock remains down roughly 50% over...

SALISBURY, Md. — Five hometown friends are making waves with the launch of Maryland's first micro-grow cannabis farm, a venture rooted in craftsmanship, community, and Eastern Shore pride. Known as Farm Coast, the company was awarded its micro-grow cannabis farm license in July 2024, marking a milestone for local entrepreneurs who are redefining sm...

BYRON, Minn. (ABC 6 News) — The city of Byron is taking both a step forward and a step back as it weighs the future of its proposed municipal cannabis dispensary. At the October 14, 2025, city council meeting, members approved a key step in the planning process but decided to delay moving ahead with construction plans. The Byron City Council voted ...

NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2025 (PRNewswire) — After a week of viral buzz and sky-high curiosity, The Travel Agency New York City's largest legal dispensary has finally revealed the full story behind its wildly successful Pigeon Campaign. The creative marketing stunt, which captured millions of online views, combined humor, New York spirit, and clever comm...

Five Years After Legalization, Maine's Recreational Cannabis Market Levels Out PORTLAND, Maine — It has been five years since Maine legalized recreational cannabis, and the once-booming market is beginning to show signs of leveling out. While overall sales remain strong, many retailers say competition and market saturation are reshaping how busines...

NEW JERSEY — Former gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is once again at the center of the cannabis conversation after a 2021 town hall video resurfaced, showing him describing marijuana as a Gateway Drug. The clip, uncovered by MeidasTouch, sheds light on Jack Ciattarelli's cautious stance toward recreational legalization—a position that cont...

In the heart of Kentucky, cannabis advocate Robert Matheny is making bold moves to protect the state's hemp and cannabis industries. As the owner of Kentucky CBD Farmacy in Nicholasville and Danville, Matheny has spent years building a business rooted in wellness and advocacy. But by December 15, he will close his Nicholasville store and transfer o...

Several cannabis businesses in Benton County are making important adjustments to their marijuana licenses, reflecting both the growth and restructuring within Washington's legal cannabis industry. Recent filings with the state's Liquor and Cannabis Board reveal a mix of resumed operations, discontinued businesses, and corporate changes among produc...

The cannabis cultivation industry took center stage at PhotoX Advanced Sciences 2025, an international conference hosted by Fluence from September 22–24 in Austin, Texas. The event brought together top experts, researchers, and growers to discuss the future of cannabis cultivation, focusing on genetics, lighting, artificial intelligence, and hortic...

Provincial cannabis retailer Cannabis NB has announced another successful year, achieving a net income of $23.1 million from total sales of $100.9 million in its 2024–2025 fiscal year, which ended on March 30, 2025. The result marks a 7.6% increase in sales and a 1.5% rise in net income over the previous year. Thanks to these strong results, Cannab...

Top Cannabis Stocks to Watch in 2025: Tilray, Canopy Growth, Aurora, and More As the global legal cannabis market continues to expand, investors are turning their attention to Cannabis stocks that show strong potential for growth and innovation. According to MarketBeat's stock screener tool, seven leading Cannabis stocks — Tilray Brands, Canopy Gro...

OCM Rejects Riverhead Ban on Cannabis Dispensaries, Calling It "Unreasonably Impracticable" The ongoing dispute between the New York State OCM (Office of Cannabis Management) and the Town of Riverhead has intensified after the OCM rejected the proposed Riverhead Ban on new cannabis dispensaries. The OCM issued an advisory opinion on October 6, decl...

An American basketball star is facing a possible death sentence in Indonesia after being arrested for possessing cannabis gummies valued at just $400. The case of 35-year-old Jarred Shaw, a former Utah State Aggies basketball star, has shocked both sports fans and human rights advocates worldwide. Shaw, who stands 6 feet 11 inches tall, was detaine...