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The verdict is in on hemp in Ohio. After going through the House and Senate in the Buckeye State, Senate Bill 56 (SB 56) was sent to a legislative conference committee where members voted to approve, as well as advance a "negotiated" version of the bill (1,2). The new version brings new updates to t...

It's Friday afternoon at Total Wine and More in Arlington, Va., and the shelves are sparkling with shiny bottles and cans. They include an option that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago: drinks containing THC instead of alcohol, in more than 30 flavors and varieties. With names like Mo...

EVANSVILLE – Marijuana has long been illegal in Indiana. But now the burgeoning hemp business that's allowed scores of Delta-8 and Delta-9 products to flood the market could be in trouble, too. Earlier this month, as part of the massive bill to reopen the federal government, officials provided clear...

As Canada sets its sights on doubling non-US exports over the next decade, one sector believes it's being overlooked, despite already contributing hundreds of millions of dollars abroad. Canada's cannabis industry, once hailed as a global pioneer, is now calling for federal and provincial government...

The cannabis market continues to evolve quickly, and every year introduces another New Cannabis brand aiming to stand out with quality, craft, and consistency. One New Cannabis brand making a major impact is Dialed In Gummies, which is now expanding into Arizona after building a strong following acr...

As the cannabis industry continues to grow, researchers are taking a deeper look at the Aromas that shape consumer perception and product quality. In an industry often dominated by THC percentages, this new direction highlights how Aromas may offer a more reliable and meaningful way to evaluate cann...

The evolution of underground industries in the United States often reflects bigger shifts in technology, regulation, and consumer demand. Just as the Hemp Market has rapidly expanded due to innovation and access, a darker parallel is emerging with the rise of ghost guns—untraceable firearms that can...

After operating as a joint coffee house/cannabis dispensary for the past eight months, the geometric building at 2742 Broadway in Eureka will soon be remodeled and reopened as a Shotz Coffee, which also has locations in Fortuna and Rio Dell. This transition marks a new chapter for the uniquely desig...

MENOMINEE, Mi. (WBAY) – A cannabis dispensary in Menominee, Michigan, submitted paperwork on Thursday to sue the city for $20 million in compensatory damages. This developing situation has quickly become one of the most talked-about business and political disputes in Menominee, raising questions abo...

A six-member committee of state lawmakers met late Wednesday into early Thursday to recommend a slew of changes to cannabis statute as well as a ban on intoxicating hemp, including hemp-derived THC and CBD beverages. The Ohio House then voted 52-34, around 1 a.m., to send Senate Bill 56 back to that...

Immigration enforcement raids at two Central Coast cannabis farms resulted in $26 million in lost revenue, with a 100,000 pound reduction in harvested and dried cannabis, Glass House Farms reported on Nov. 12. "In light of the events of this past summer we made the hard decision to completely revamp...

Small-scale cannabis producers seeking more control when it comes to selling and delivering their crops are getting a boost from Humboldt County's Board of Supervisors, which has approved rule changes making it easier to do cottage industry-style cannabis business. Changes to the county's cannabis o...

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission moved forward on Tuesday with its efforts to regulate the sale of consumable hemp products as questions swirled around the future of the industry due to federal restrictions on the products approved by Congress last week. A provision of the funding bill for th...

New York's Marijuana Prices Keep Dropping as the Legal Market Expands It's getting cheaper to get high in New York. The average price of pot has plummeted 17% since legalization in New York state, with a market ramp up that has boosted the availability of marijuana brands in more stores, industry of...

Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission Invites Manufacturer Input at December Listening Session The ongoing development of the Nebraska Medical Cannabis program continues to move forward as state officials open the door to industry collaboration. In early December, the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commis...

The growing interest in living California sober has captured national attention, as more people seek a lifestyle that reduces alcohol use while incorporating cannabis in a controlled way. As conversations about wellness, harm reduction and substance use evolve, many are asking whether the science ac...

The conversation surrounding 2026 Marijuana legislation in Florida is gaining momentum once again. After a surprising defeat in 2024, activists and advocacy groups are reigniting efforts to bring recreational cannabis legalization back before voters. The group leading the charge Smart and Safe Flori...

As cannabis legalization expands across the United States, conversations continue to evolve about how increased access affects public health. A growing body of research now suggests that cannabis dispensaries may have a broader impact on community behavior than previously understood. Beyond simply p...

The funding bill to end the government shutdown passed by Congress last week made headlines because of provisions that redefine hemp and ban intoxicating cannabinoids, a policy change that threatens a $28 billion industry. But the funding bill is also significant for language that didn't make it int...

The cannabis sector's earnings season has wrapped up, and on top of individual company results, it's left us with four critical takeaways to understand now. Like most retailers, cannabis companies report late in the earnings season. So the sector just finished reporting the third quarter. Here are t...