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OSBI offers reward in Homicide at legal Marijuana grow Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 17, 2024 Investigation quickly revealed suspects forced entry onto the property, stealing a number of items. Details are now released by OSBI (Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation) regarding a Homicide last Sunday, January 7, at a legal marijuana grow facility in Ok
Canada has destroyed more than 1,700 tonnes of Weed since legalization Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 16, 2024 Canada has seen a year-over-year increase in the amount of unpackaged cannabis that's destroyed. While Canadians smoked a lot of weed last year, we destroyed a bunch of it too. More than 600 tonnes of cannabis was trashed after being mixed wit
Cannabis Companies in Receivership Good Opportunity or Steep Risk? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 16, 2024 Acquiring a distressed company carries inherent risks. Securing a cannabis business out of receivership can present a unique chance to acquire a cannabis business or its assets for substantially less than what an equivalent business or its assets
Can Mike Tyson Become a Heavyweight in the New York Marijuana Industry? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 16, 2024 The retired boxer’s foray into the cannabis market in New York is a test of how far a celebrity can carry a brand. On a recent weekend, fans of Mike Tyson, one of the greatest boxers ever, lined up by the hundreds at dispensaries in New York
Cannabis Clubs Are Here to Stay in Barcelona, Spain Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 Barcelona Mayor Launches Crackdown on Cannabis Clubs, Igniting Debate Over Regulation and Tourism Impact. Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni and the Barcelona City Council are ramping up efforts to close down the city’s famed cannabis clubs, with the City Council re
DC Council Approves Penalties for Unlicensed Weed Gifting Shops Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 12, 2024 The Washington, DC District Council has approved a measure to fine unlicensed weed shops. The Washington, D.C. District Council on Tuesday approved a measure that establishes new penalties for cannabis gifting shops. The bill, which could go into eff
Thailand moves to ban recreational Cannabis use, 18 months after historic decriminalization Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Thailand Considers Banning Recreational Cannabis After Legalization Boom. Thailand’s new government is moving ahead to pass new legisalation banning cannabis for recreational use in a major reversal 18 months after the cou
A Closer Look at Virginia’s Cannabis Legislation: Opportunities and Obstacles Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Virginia Takes Steps Toward Recreational Marijuana Sales. Legislative Progress: House Bill 698 reflects Virginia’s growing momentum towards legalizing recreational marijuana, indicating a shift in the political landscape favoring cannab
Potential game changers for Cannabis in 2024 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Michigan Cannabis Operators Look to Federal Changes and State Testing Facility in 2024. As 2024 kicks into full swing and we pull ourselves away from family and head back to work, its a good time to look ahead at what the upcoming year has in store. In Michigan, cannab
Governor Hochul’s Bold Move to Weed Out Illicit Cannabis Sales in New York Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Governor Hochul's Legislative Proposal Aims to Strengthen Enforcement Against Illicit Cannabis Sales. In Buffalo and across the, a new battlefront opens in the war against illicit cannabis sales. Governor Kathy Hochul, in a determined stri
Thailand moves to ban Recreational use of Cannabis in setback for nascent industry Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Thailand Proposes Ban on Recreational Cannabis, Hefty Penalties in New Bill. Thailand is proposing a ban on recreational use of cannabis and hefty penalties on offenders under a new Bill that seeks to end a legal vacuum after the co
Wisconsin would operate five dispensaries under limited Medical Marijuana legalization program Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Propose Limited Medical Marijuana Bill. Assembly Republicans announced a limited proposal Monday to make medical marijuana available for Wisconsinites with certain medical conditions and re
New Mexico Revoked Licenses of Cannabis Growers and Fined Them $2M for Many Violations Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 New Mexico marijuana regulators revoked the licenses of two growing operations in a rural county for numerous violations and have levied a $1M fine against each business. One of the businesses, Native American Agricultural Devel
Biden’s Marijuana pardons welcome, but federal drug laws must meet reality Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Biden Should Just Legalize Marijuana. President Joe Biden demonstrated the proper use of presidential clemency power a few weeks ago, when he pardoned thousands of people who had been convicted of various nonviolent marijuana violations on
What is stopping Cannabis Legalization in Indiana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Perceptions on Cannabis Legalization Stalling Progress in Indiana, Says Lawmaker. Indiana is now surrounded by three states that have legalized recreational cannabis, but attempts to legalize it here haven’t made it far. One lawmaker says personal perceptions are s
Ohio lawmaker drafting standalone bill to regulate Hemp products Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Governor DeWine Urges Ohio House to Address Marijuana Laws, Including Regulation of Hemp Derivatives. Gov. Mike DeWine is again urging the Ohio House to act on modifying the state’s recreational marijuana laws, and his request includes regulating uns
