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Ex-drug felons get first Cannabis licenses in New York Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2022 NEW YORK - Naiomy Guerrero’s brother was stopped by police often and was once convicted on drug charges when marijuana was illegal in New York. Now, she is setting up a legal cannabis business, a promising new market fraught with pitfalls. New York state is

Cannabis concerns grow with recreational sales set to start next month Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2022 Some members of Connecticut’s medical marijuana community are concerned about the recreational market with sales expected to start on Jan. 10, 2023. They are also concerned about the mold threshold allowed under Connecticut law. Right now the

Study shows Cannabis Legalization reduces arrests more than decriminalization Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2022 Both legalization and decriminalization of cannabis have a significant impact on cannabis arrests. However, while legalization reduces the arrest rate more than decriminalization, the latter may have additional benefits than legalizati

Colorado Marijuana has never been cheaper Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 DENVER - Housing might be out of reach for many Coloradans, but at least pot is cheap. The average market price for a pound of Colorado marijuana bud has been falling since early 2021, according to the Colorado Department of Revenue figures released this week. The price

How to elevate your Cannabis Experience to a whole new level Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 Cannabis will meet and exceed your expectations when you follow this guide on elevating your cannabis experience. The number of people using cannabis is increasing, and it’s all for a good reason. And when getting high, every cannabis user has a unique

DA charges operators of unlicensed mobile Cannabis Dispensary Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 Two Rockaway Park men were charged with operating an unlicensed mobile cannabis dispensary and their converted school bus was impounded by the New York City Sheriff’s Office, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced Thursday, Dec. 15. Omar Herr

The other American jailed in Russia on Marijuana charges Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 The case of 61-year-old Marc Fogel has eerie parallels to that of Brittney Griner. But there’s little sign Fogel will be released any time soon. or the past year and a half, an American citizen has been languishing in a series of Russian prisons, serving a

Is Weed More Profitable Than Booze? This State Says It Is, Expects $30.7M In Tax Revenue Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 Tax revenue from pot sales is forecasted to reach $50.7 million in the 2024 fiscal year, and $57.7 million in 2025 for the general fund, as per the new budget proposal. (Benzinga) Which vice brings in more in taxes — weed or

Detroit not releasing applications for recreational Cannabis Licenses Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 The city is not releasing the 90 applications it received for pot retail and lounge licenses. Detroit denied our Freedom of Information Act request for the application documents that businesses submitted seeking the 60 available recreational c

The ongoing struggle for Federal Legalization: an inside look Image Cannabis NewsDecember 16, 2022 The outlook for federal legalization has dimmed, leaving cannabis businesses and investors in limbo. Entourage Effect Capital has $200 million invested in cannabis-related businesses and is looking to deploy more. Founded in 2014, the Dallas-based pri

Decriminalizing Cannabis could save Aussie tax payers billions every year Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 Decriminalising cannabis could save Aussie tax payers $850 million a year, according to the Penington Institute’s Cannabis in Australia 2022 report. Apparently, it costs us about $1.7 billion a year in law enforcement costs related to weed

Poison Alert! Quality control is often lacking for Cannabis products Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 Poison Alert: Are your CBD and THC-rich consumables contaminated by heavy metals, pesticides, and reproductive toxins? Quality control has been an issue in the legal cannabis space since day one. Most American consumers expect when they purchas

Fact Finders: Marijuana in Missouri hotels and motels? Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 SPRINGFIELD - The use of recreational marijuana for those 21 and older became legal in Missouri this month. The constitutional amendment (article 14 of the Missouri Constitution) has triggered several viewer questions. One of our viewers wants to know; can v

Bob Marley's son Stephen reveals how his grandmother used to use the hemp plant to alleviate arthritis pain, a common cold, and more Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 In recent years, the popularity of CBD has skyrocketed and become a star ingredient in a whole array of products, including makeup, hair care, lattes and even dog treats. Some migh

Marijuana pre-rolls and edibles in Arizona see growth Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 According to cannabis data analytics firm BDSA, national cannabis sales decreased 0.5% in October compared to September. Looking at a per-day basis, sales decreased 3.7% month-over-month. In total, sales across the 11 state marijuana markets totaled $1.64 bil

Japan unit of Britain's Jazz Pharma starts phase III trial of Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 TOKYO - The Japanese unit of Britain's Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC (JAZZ.O) said on Thursday it had started a phase III trial of a cannabis-based drug for epilepsy. The trial follows a recommendation by a health ministry panel in September to re

Japan unit of Britain's Jazz Pharma starts phase III trial of Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 TOKYO - The Japanese unit of Britain's Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC (JAZZ.O) said on Thursday it had started a phase III trial of a cannabis-based drug for epilepsy. The trial follows a recommendation by a health ministry panel in September to re

Kansas will revisit Medical Cannabis legalization next year Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 Earlier this year, the Kansas House approved a bill to stand up a new medical marijuana industry, but a Senate companion measure died in committee. A Republican state senator in Kansas plans to introduce a bill in January to legalize medical marijuana,