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Governor Pritzker is scheduled to hold a press conference on Friday to address issues in the hemp industry. The Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association, comprising retailers, growers, manufacturers, and distributors, advocates for smart regulation to protect public safety, ensure consumer access

DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney has ordered witness testimony to begin in the matter of marijuana’s federal classification as a Schedule I controlled substance on Tuesday, January 22, 2025. Barring a stay in the proceedings, witness testimony will take place every Tuesday, Wednesday, and

Continuing the state’s efforts to address the illegal cannabis market, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced California’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce (UCETF) recently seized a combined total of more than $19 million of illegally grown cannabis and illegally manufactured cannabis products

The cannabis and CBD beverage industry has grown rapidly in recent years, driven by increasing legalization, consumer interest in wellness alternatives and the desire for new ways to experience relaxation and socialization. Grand View Research valued the global cannabis beverage market at $1.16

FVKD products were inaccurately portrayed in a story broadcast by FOX4 Dallas on December 5, 2024. FVKD products are legal hemp products. Each of FVKD’s products are tested by Armstrong Forensic Laboratory and meets the standards established by strict regulations. Many law enforcement agencies use

Ohio dispensaries have sold nearly $200 million in adult-use marijuana since the program launched in August, according to new state data. Product sales hit $191 million by the end of November with over 2.5 million receipts on the books, the Division of Cannabis Control reported last week. Adults 21

There’s been lots of movement lately in New Jersey’s cannabis world. The state’s decision to begin enforcing its hemp law sends a strong signal: they’re serious about regulating these businesses. But while the Cannabis Regulatory Commission is quick to act on hemp sales, the same urgency is clearly

The federal government is considering a big change for marijuana, by declaring it a far less dangerous drug. The move would be an enormous economic boost for the people who legally sell the drug because the reclassification would allow them to deduct business expenses from their federal income taxes

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the World Trade Bridge seized marijuana that totaled over $804,000 in street value. “CBP is proud of the work our frontline officers do to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our communities,” said Port Director

For some state lawmakers, passing a bill on delta-8 THC and other similar products is high on the list of priorities this lame duck legislative session. Gov. Mike DeWine has begged them to do something for a year, but legislative leaders still differ on how to handle the gray area the federal Farm

Influencer lights joint in first episode of podcast to honor dying wish of father, who appeared in videos as Papa Pizza A YouTube baking influencer made her late father the star of the first episode of her new podcast by smoking cannabis grown in a pot of his ashes. What appeared to be an attention

CenTex CBD beat back a claim by LoneStar Farms LLC, better known as Sweet Sensi, and their lawyer, Lisa Pittman, of misappropriation of trade secrets and intellectual property and allegations of unethical conduct. This ruling of Constructive Fraud and other claims against Sweet Sensi will have

Cannavita Dispensary in Astoria, Queens combines fine-dining hospitality with cannabis retail, focusing on equity, social justice, and community engagement, offering a luxurious shopping experience. (Christian Brown / Leafly) What makes a great restaurant experience? The food, obviously. Service is

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Thousands of THC edibles have been recalled after an adverse health reaction was reported and unlisted ingredients were found in Missouri. The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation has announced that Noah’s Arc Foundation has issued a marijuana product recall. An adverse

For the first time, more young women are using cannabis than men -- and that's got retailers rethinking their strategies.

THE COMPANY THAT TRIED TO HELP PASS AMENDMENT 3 IN FLORIDA LAST WEEK IS NOW REFOCUSING ON MEDICAL MARIJUANA.

A researcher has filed a lawsuit against the Drug Enforcement Administration, accusing the agency of multiple legal violations in its process of marijuana rescheduling. David Heldreth, researcher and CEO of psychedelic research and development company Panacea Plant Sciences, filed a complaint last

Fines of up to $7500 per day proposed for cannabis odour emitters Pelham Town Council received its latest cannabis odour report during Wednesday’s meeting, one that could see local producers fined $2,500 daily for a first odour bylaw offence. The report, which is scheduled to come back for passage

FAIRFIELD, Calif. -- Fairfield police say they have shut down eight houses used to grow marijuana and seized 8,234 plants. The police Code Enforcement Unit issued citations totaling $4.1 million in connection with the houses over the past three to four months, the department said Saturday on social

Tennessee hemp retailers are preparing for significant changes following the release of new rules from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. The changes stem from 2023 legislation seeking to regulate the hemp industry in Tennessee and tasking the state's Department of Agriculture with