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I have spent my career caring for patients with chronic pain, dementia, and other conditions that drain not only quality of life but also the healthcare system's resources. Too often, I've prescribed medications that are costly and dangerous and carry high risks of dependency and death. There is ano...

The federal government brought down a legal Hemp grow, not a black market marijuana operation, in Franklin County four years ago, a defense attorney argued Wednesday at the start of a trial. Lucas Sirois allegedly ran a multimillion-dollar black market marijuana operation. His father, Robert Sirois,...

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Over 600 pounds of drugs were recovered from what officials believe was a "stash house" after investigating an alleged kidnapping in Brooklyn, according to police. The shocking discovery has drawn attention to how drug operations and violent crimes such as kidnapping can be ...

A major national study has revealed a compelling link between legal cannabis access and reduced opioid use among cancer patients. When cannabis dispensaries open, prescriptions for opioids among cancer patients tend to decline—suggesting that cannabis availability may be reshaping pain management pr...

Some stories begin in cities of glass and noise. Mine begins in silence — the kind that only exists at the edges of the world. In the fall of 2025, I set out to follow the trail of cannabis from one end of the planet to the other — from Reykjavík, Iceland, to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost cit...

President Trump recently confirmed that his administration is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug — a move that could dramatically change the marijuana law landscape and impact the U.S. economy. Currently, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I drug — alongside heroin, LSD,...

If you've been waiting for a sign to stock up on edibles, THC seltzers, or CBD tinctures, this is it. Cyber Week 2025 is lighting up with major deals across the Weed, CBD, and THC space. So whether you're into micro-dosed relaxation or full-spectrum bliss, these sales are lit. Brands like WYNK, Drin...

More than a dozen Hillsborough County convenience store owners and merchants are behind bars after a major drug bust uncovered the illegal sale of synthetic marijuana and other dangerous substances. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirmed that deputies and detectives simultaneously raided...

The Uneven Reality of Cannabis Arrests in America The conversation around marijuana reform in the United States continues to evolve, but the latest FBI data paints a troubling picture. Despite the growing legalization movement, cannabis arrests numbers remain alarmingly high in states where marijuan...

With most ballots counted in the Nov. 4 local election, the outcome of Yakima Valley propositions and races didn't change Monday. The Yakima County elections office has counted 35,571 ballots total, a 26% rate of return. Another count is planned Friday, with certification Nov. 25. The office estimat...

In an unassuming Omaha neighborhood, a 7-year-old Omaha boy named Teddy Bronson lives surrounded by love, laughter, and hope. "He really loves to watch volleyball, he loves a cold Sprite, he loves probably most every food we give him," said Teddy's mom, Liz. "He loves the spinning fan." But this che...

A pot shop promising "Michelin standard" products in tony Southampton says it will finally open its doors this week after months of red tape and legal wrangling — daring local officials to try to shut it down. Brown Budda one of the first dispensaries to be licensed in the state and the first to be ...

San Diego city leaders passed a proposal for new licensing and enforcement measures to crack down on unregulated cannabis delivery businesses. San Diego city leaders say some cannabis businesses are evading local rules, and they're preparing to step in. The move marks a significant step toward addre...

Recreational cannabis use is now legal in more than half of the United States, but recent research published in Molecular Psychiatry found that whether you choose to partake — and your potential to become addicted — may actually be connected to your DNA. The study's findings are relevant not only fo...

Next time you look to Tattersall for some fun beverages, you'll notice exciting new options that don't include alcohol. Today marks their official launch party for the new THC-infused drinks and CBD beverages a milestone moment for the brand and the growing functional beverage market. Co-founder of ...

On November 4, 2025, SNDL Inc. reported its third-quarter and year-to-date 2025 earnings, highlighting quarterly sales of C$244.22 million and a reduced net loss of C$13.32 million compared to the previous year, alongside record free cash flow and an expanding cannabis retail business. An important ...

BERLIN, April 12 (Reuters) – Germany has taken a significant step in its mission to legalize cannabis, presenting a revised bill that focuses on responsible consumption and community-based distribution. While the government has scaled back earlier plans for widespread retail sales, the new legislati...

Some Canadian cannabis producers say they are unhappy with the federal government's proposal to lower the price ceiling for medical cannabis reimbursements through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). The proposal, which was part of the federal government's Budget 2025, was tabled in the House of Commons ...

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – With only three members voting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council approved a resolution on Tuesday that reduced the cannabis tax rate from six percent to three percent while continuing to exempt the tax for medical cannabis. In the same motion, they approved a resolution t...

In recent months, the conversation around intoxicating hemp has heated up, especially after a major court ruling in Alaska sought to ban its sale. This decision has drawn attention from both the cannabis industry and consumers who are confused about what's legal, what's safe, and what exactly intoxi...