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As some Minnesota cities fret over regulating newly legalized and normalized marijuana sales, others see an opportunity. Elk River is among 13 Minnesota cities considering opening municipally owned cannabis stores. They would be blazing new trails in this regard, as government-run pot shops aren't currently in use anywhere else in the country. City...

A recently introduced Pennsylvania Bill could reshape the way injured workers receive treatment and financial support for medical cannabis. House Bill 1766 (H.B. 1766), unveiled on Monday, proposes that Pennsylvania employers be required to reimburse injured workers up to $250 per month for cannabis-related expenses. This proposed legislation aims ...

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has released its much-anticipated annual report on the state's Cannabis Program, showcasing the significant strides made throughout the 2024 program year. Covering the period from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, the report outlines progress in both the medical and adult-use cannab...

An aspiring cannabis retailer on Manhattan's East Side has been forced to abruptly withdraw its application, shedding light on yet another regulatory hiccup in New York's legal marijuana rollout. The NYC shop, operated by Joshua Gleiber under the name HF Dispensary LLC, had planned to open a licensed cannabis dispensary at 998-1000 First Avenue, be...

In a growing trend of high-tech crime, a Montgomery man has been arrested in connection with a drone smuggling operation targeting the Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. Court records reveal that 34-year-old Jesse Mainor attempted to deliver contraband to inmates using a drone, a tactic that has become increasingly common in prison-...

The Hastings City Council voting soon on cannabis cap could mark a significant change in the city's cannabis policy. On Monday, the council will revisit its ordinance that currently limits the number of cannabis retailers in Hastings to just one. This upcoming vote follows updated guidance from the state of Minnesota, which has prompted city leader...

South Norwalk's own SoNo 1420, famously known as America's Maritime Distillery, is shaking up the cannabis beverage scene with the release of its first-ever THC-infused drink. In honor of its sixth anniversary, the award-winning distillery has debuted HZE—a bold, refreshing entry into the booming market of cannabis-infused beverages. The new THC-in...

A new chapter in Texas's cannabis regulation could be on the horizon, as Senate Bill 5—legislation that would ban intoxicating cannabinoids like THC—is making its way through the state legislature. Passed by the Senate on Friday, the bill is now headed to the Texas House of Representatives for further debate and a vote. If approved there, it will l...

Starting August 1, North Dakota medical marijuana patients will experience a more accessible and modernized system, thanks to sweeping changes introduced through Senate Bill 2294. These updates reflect the state's commitment to simplifying the certification process and expanding access for both residents and visitors. A major highlight of the refor...

Beaver Dam, KY — In a historic move for the state, Kentucky has officially approved its first medical cannabis dispensary, signaling a major step forward in expanding healthcare access for residents with serious medical conditions. Governor Andy Beshear announced on Wednesday that "The Post Dispensary" in Beaver Dam has received the green light to ...

Milford, DE — Delaware is on the verge of a significant milestone with the upcoming launch of recreational cannabis sales, signaling a major shift in the state's economic and social landscape. State officials, including Governor Matt Meyer and the Delaware Marijuana Commissioner, recently toured the First State Compassion production facility in Mil...

A former friend of Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller told a Texas Ranger that in 2022 Miller asked him to dispose of three bags of marijuana cigarettes and gummies because he was afraid that the Drug Enforcement Administration might find them on his property. At the time, the friend, Michael Hackney, was living in a motorhome on Miller's St...

Massachusetts has taken a bold step forward in cannabis reform with the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) approving draft regulations that pave the way for social consumption of marijuana at designated venues and public events. For industry advocates and equity-focused entrepreneurs, this marks a monumental day in the state's cannabis evolution. Af...

 AYR Wellness Enters Into Restructuring Support Agreement with Senior Noteholders MIAMI, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AYR Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF) ("AYR") together with its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively the "Company"), a leading vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, today entered into a Restr...

Atlantic City has long been known for its glittering casinos, iconic boardwalk, and beachfront fun. Now, it's adding something entirely new to its list of attractions: cannabis lounges. In a historic move for New Jersey, the state's Cannabis Regulatory Commission recently approved the operation of four cannabis consumption lounges. Two of these can...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- More than 100 legal cannabis dispensaries in New York may need to close or relocate due to how close they are to schools. The problem is, the people who took those measurements got it wrong, not the businesses. Dispensaries were approved to open if they were at least 500 feet away from schools, but state officials admitted they m...

ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Georgia's medical cannabis and hemp industries are once again under the spotlight as state lawmakers begin reevaluating how the state regulates the production and sale of those products. Nearly every U.S. state has legalized some form of medical or recreational marijuana. While Georgia legalized medical cannabis use a dec...

Nearly eight months after the state program's launch, medical marijuana sales still haven't begun in Kentucky, leaving thousands of registered card holders wondering when they'll get access to treatment. As of July 8, more than 16,000 Kentuckians have received written certifications from their health care providers to use medical cannabis — a requi...