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10 legal challenges for the Cannabis Industry in 2023 Image Cannabis NewsMay 16, 2023 The cannabis industry continues to experience significant growth and transformation, but it also faces various legal challenges in the year 2023. 1. Cannabis Entering the Metaverse As we discuss in greater detail here, the Metaverse provides expansive marketing an
Pike County deputies arrest two after $360,000 worth of Marijuana seized Image Cannabis NewsMay 16, 2023 PIKE COUNTY - Pike County deputies arrested a man and a woman after seizing $360,000 worth of marijuana. Investigators said deputies, along with agents from the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN), responded to a home on Rawls Road on May 12,
Should Simsbury welcome cannabis businesses? Image Cannabis NewsMay 12, 2023 SIMSBURY - Thomas Turner isn't pro or anti recreational cannabis sales, he's just pro-democracy. "I'm pro-putting it on the ballot, do it right," the town resident said recently as he was out collecting signatures. Turner is hoping to collect enough signatures to force a q
Senate kills Cannabis legalization efforts Image Cannabis NewsMay 12, 2023 CONCORD - A cannabis legalization bill sponsored by both the Democratic and Republican leaders in the House died in the New Hampshire Senate on Thursday in what was a nearly party-line vote. The bill, HB 639, would have established a legalized non-medical cannabis market in
Colombia Chamber of Representatives passes Cannabis legalization bill Image Cannabis NewsMay 11, 2023 Cannabis legalization could become a reality for Colombia as it moves to the Senate. On May 8, the Colombian Chamber of Representatives passed a cannabis legalization bill. In the sixth of eight discussions, the bill was passed with a 98-57 vote. I
Doctors warn seniors about consuming too much THC Image Cannabis NewsMay 11, 2023 More seniors are consuming cannabis, presenting new issues and the need for education. Due to an uptick of incidents involving seniors consuming too much cannabis, doctors are warning older citizens about how to consume the plant correctly. Eating edibles in particula
San Francisco considers banning new Cannabis shops Image Cannabis NewsMay 10, 2023 A ban on new cannabis stores could be coming to San Francisco. Ahsha Safai, the District 11 supervisor and newly announced San Francisco mayoral candidate, wants to ban new applications for pot shops in the city, limiting the number of stores to current shops and any
Cannabis operators big and small argue over who should oversee the industry in Illinois Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 A battle over legal cannabis oversight in Illinois pits startup social equity business owners against big multistate operators, and could determine the future regulation of the industry in the state. At issue is the desire for a si
Gang violence could end open Cannabis trade in anarchist commune Christiania Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 Organised criminals have taken over ‘Pusher Street’ market in the Danish capital and are vying for dominance. The 40-year history of the open cannabis trade on “Pusher Street” in the heart of the anarchist Christiania neighbourhood of Copenha
NBA player's Weed brand not happening soon Image Cannabis NewsMay 9, 2023 NBA players will remain banned from promoting cannabis companies or launching their own brands until at least 2029, according to a new NBA agreement signed last week. (Benzinga) This news contradicts April reports stating that the league and players had agreed that NBA player
World's tallest 'hemp hotel' trails South Africa's green credentials Image Cannabis NewsMay 8, 2023 With 12 storeys, a breathtaking view of Cape Town’s imposing Table Mountain and a minimal ecological footprint, the world’s tallest building made with industrial hemp is soon to open its doors in South Africa. Workers in central Cape Town are putting
New York Governor signs legislation to reign in illicit weed market Image Cannabis NewsMay 8, 2023 New York’s governor has signed legislation to address the state’s illicit cannabis industry, giving regulators new powers to assess civil penalties. New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed legislation to reign in the state’s illicit marijua
Baltimore Police Officer sold Marijuana while on duty Image Cannabis NewsMay 5, 2023 Two Baltimore police officers were indicted this week in separate cases, including an 11-year department veteran accused of selling drugs on the clock. Allegations that come as the agency seeks to rebuild its reputation after the Gun Trace Task Force corruption sca
New York's heavy hand keeps illegal Marijuana and tobacco dealers in business Image Cannabis NewsMay 5, 2023 High taxes and heavy regulations are as effective as prohibition at creating black markets. While I have fond memories of life in New York, many of them involve defying some stupid rule or regulation. It's a pleasure to now live in Arizona w
Company behind Cannabis facility in Grants receives DEA license Image Cannabis NewsMay 4, 2023 Bright Green Corp, the company behind a proposed 100-plus-acre cannabis facility in Grants, announced Monday it has received its federal license from the US Drug Enforcement Administration, a move that puts the company in position to begin cultivation, ma
Oregon secretary of state resigns amid controversy over side gig as Marijuana industry consultant Image Cannabis NewsMay 3, 2023 Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan announced her resignation Tuesday, less than a week after it was revealed that she had taken a lucrative side job. Fagan, who announced her resignation in a press release, took a sec
