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U.S. Virgin Islands lawmakers pass Cannabis legalization bill Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 4, 2023 Lawmakers in the U.S. Virgin Islands last week passed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana, bringing the number of states and territories in the country that have legalized the use of cannabis by adults to 21. The legislation was passed in the
Could Amsterdam's days as a Cannabis capital be numbered? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2023 Mayor attempts ban on cannabis sales to tourists as government moves to further regulate iconic coffeeshops. On an average night in Amsterdam's De Wallen district, the streets are packed with tourists — often on their worst behaviour. "We are being confront
Will the UK finally decriminalise Cannabis in 2023? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2023 While many countries have decriminalised the recreational use of drugs like cannabis, the UK clings to an outdated position, writes Ian Hamilton. When those responsible for enforcing the law call for change, it must be taken seriously. The National Police Chiefs
Canada must help legal Cannabis sector compete with the illicit market, experts say Image Cannabis NewsDecember 30, 2022 Experts and industry people say the Cannabis Act review offers an opening to change Canada's approach. The federal government's ongoing review of the Cannabis Act emphasizes protecting public health — but experts and industry ins
What went right, what went wrong, and what went sideways: 2022 In Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsDecember 29, 2022 The past 12 months have been many things for the cannabis industry, but uneventful is not one. Since December 2021, the U.S. cannabis industry experienced a wealth of both highs and lows, and heading into next year, it is poised for both
Find out what is causing Cannabis prices to drastically plummet in legal states Image Cannabis NewsDecember 27, 2022 Even as the industry continues to suffer endless miseries, there seems to be one winner in all of this: cannabis consumers. Weed glut has become pervasive in many legal states, causing the price of weed to plummet drastically. The pr
Did Fresno police get $2M grant from Legal Marijuana? No, but truth is even stranger Image Cannabis NewsDecember 23, 2022 When you go down a Fresno government rabbit hole, no telling where it might lead. In this case, all the way to Mendota. While perusing the Dec. 15 Fresno City Council agenda for anything I missed during a week off, one particula
Arizona to allow 6 new Marijuana dispensaries to open Image Cannabis NewsDecember 23, 2022 Per Arizona Revised Statutes, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) may not issue more than one nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary registration certificate for every 10 pharmacies registered in the state of Arizona. However, the ADHS may issue
Former congressman takes on new role with legal weed connection Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 STATEN ISLAND - A former Staten Island elected official recently entered a new role that’s bringing him in close contact with the nation’s legal marijuana industry. Former District Attorney and Rep. Dan Donovan (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) now serves
Cannabis Bill in limbo after House meeting lacks a quorum in Thailand Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 The passage of Thailand’s controversial Cannabis Bill is expected to be further delayed after the House meeting collapsed this late afternoon due to the lack of a quorum. After the House approved the deletion of the contentious Section 3 from
Firefighter fired for Medical Marijuana returns to work after settlement Image Cannabis NewsDecember 21, 2022 Buffalo firefighter Scott Martin returns to work this week after the city settled his wrongful termination lawsuit and agreed to acknowledge his rights as a registered medical cannabis user. BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A Buffalo firefighter retu
Syracuse lawmakers pass law targeting illegal cannabis sales Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 The city of Syracuse is cracking down on illegal marijuana dealers setting up shop across the city. Lawmakers say it’s a widespread problem because the state has taken too long to create regulations for legitimate cannabis businesses. New York legalize
America’s in no position to lecture Russia on Marijuana Laws Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 Americans are not exactly the most self-aware people on the planet. Our politicians and pundits debated endlessly about the detention by the Russians of basketball player Brittney Griner: But here’s an issue that I didn’t see addressed: What if the bas
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
Voters in five Texas cities approved decriminalizing Marijuana. Now city officials are standing in the way. Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 Some local leaders say they worry the changes violate state law, while residents who supported decriminalizing marijuana say the pushback disrespects democracy. The fight in several Texas cities to decrimi
Prosecution collapses against execs caught up in CannTrust Cannabis Scandal Image Cannabis NewsDecember 15, 2022 Ontario Securities Commission moves to withdraw charges against beleaguered company's former officials. The prosecution of three businessmen caught up in one of Canada's most spectacular cannabis-industry flameouts suffered its own colla
