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LANSING, MI – Michigan lawmakers face a crucial deadline today as they race to finalize the 2026 state fiscal budget. Without an agreement, the state risks a government shutdown on Wednesday. At the center of negotiations is a proposed tax increase that could reshape the state's booming cannabis industry, specifically targeting marijuana sales. Gov...

Cannabis investors woke up to big news this week as cannabis stocks spiked following comments from former President Donald Trump. In a post on Truth Social, Trump shared a video praising the health benefits of hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD), sparking fresh optimism across the cannabis sector. Shares of Tilray, Canopy Growth, and Aurora all surged i...

The legalization of cannabis in New York did more than spark celebration—it unleashed a wave of competition across the NY Cannabis Market. Hundreds of brands now fight for attention in one of the country's fastest-growing industries. For consumers, the choices can feel overwhelming. For businesses, standing out in the NY Cannabis Market requires mo...

Future Trends: Cannabis Agriculture and Automation 2025 The cannabis industry is entering a new era, and 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for innovation. With every passing season, a smarter Cannabis Smart App is launched, Trimming becomes more automated, Mite management improves, and "Automation 2025" turns from a buzzword into a real oper...

The cannabis landscape in the United States has been shifting for decades, but rarely does one moment capture the weight of that progress as powerfully as a recent Truth Social post from President Trump. In that message, President Trump publicly referenced the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp-derived CBD, the endocannabinoid system, and the benefits of cannabi...

The legal saga surrounding the leadership of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) appears to be over, but the agency still isn't running smoothly. After months of lawsuits and political wrangling, Chairwoman Shannon O'Brien has been reinstated yet her return has triggered a fresh delay in the long-awaited social cannabis regulations....

On September 23, 2025, the Humboldt Marijuana Enforcement Team once again demonstrated its central role in tackling illegal cannabis cultivation in Northern California. Working with deputies from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, the Humboldt Marijuana Enforcement Team executed three coordinated search warrants in the Island Mountain area of no...

Macon, Georgia – Advocates for Georgia's medical cannabis program are sounding the alarm about restrictions they say prevent thousands of residents with chronic conditions from getting the care they need. At a public meeting at Mercer University, speakers urged state lawmakers to modernize Georgia's medical cannabis laws, which many describe as out...

A New York judge has temporarily ruled in favor of legal cannabis retailers, offering crucial relief to dozens of pot shops facing abrupt shutdowns over a regulatory mistake. The preliminary injunction, issued by Albany Supreme Court Judge Kerri Savona, protects operators of pot shops that were approved under a rule mandating licensed weed sellers ...

California's legal cannabis industry has been struggling to stay afloat under high taxes and stiff competition from the illicit market. A new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom is being hailed as a much-needed lifeline because it keeps the state's cannabis excise tax at 15% until 2028 instead of allowing it to rise to 19%. For operators already pa...

The city of Girard marked a milestone this week as Girard Mayor Mark Zuppo joined local leaders for the ribbon-cutting of Curaleaf's newest marijuana dispensary. Held at noon at 801 N. State Street—the former Family Video building—the ceremony highlighted both economic development and the growing presence of the cannabis industry in the Mahoning Va...

Missouri's medical marijuana industry is seeing renewed momentum, and BeLeaf and its retail arm SWADE are at the forefront of that push. Founded on a tradition of medical focus, BeLeaf has built its reputation around patient-centered care. Today, SWADE extends that mission into the retail experience, prioritizing outreach and education for patients...

Charlie Fox, a new upscale cannabis store in Southampton, is making headlines for more than just its high-end atmosphere. Often compared to a "Bergdorf Goodman for weed," Charlie Fox opened its doors last week to great anticipation—only to receive a cease-and-desist order from local authorities almost immediately. The Town of Southampton board quic...

California cannabis businesses are experiencing another major shift as Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 564, rolling back cannabis taxes beginning October 1. This change reverses the summer hike that raised excise taxes from 15% to 19%, bringing them back down to 15% through 2028. Supporters say the new policy is a lifeline for dispensari...

The U.S. cannabis market continues to face dramatic policy changes at both the federal and state level, and Benesch's Cannabis insights help businesses understand what's coming next. A U.S. House subcommittee has advanced a bill barring the Department of Justice from rescheduling cannabis, directly opposing the Biden administration's push to reclas...

The first cannabis dispensary in Jackson County, West Virginia could soon become a reality, but not without controversy. Residents of Ripley's Crown Drive neighborhood recently learned that a nearby property is being considered as the site for the county's first medical cannabis dispensary, sparking intense local discussion. Many neighbors emphasiz...