Norwich ― An outdoor cannabis cultivator, an indoor grower and a cannabis food and beverage products business all received permit approvals from the Planning Commission Tuesday night following public hearings. If all three projects come to fruition, they will change the look of two entry points to Norwich and fill a large space in the former Norwich Bulletin building on … [Read more...] about Norwich to get three new cannabis operations
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Arrests made at 5 West Hartford smoke shops for illegal sale of marijuana and THC products
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. — The West Hartford Police Department made six arrests at five smoke shops for illegally selling marijuana and THC products after nearly a year of investigating. Police obtained warrants to search S Lab Premium Smoke Shop on New Park Avenue, Exotic Clouds Smoke Shop on New Britain Avenue, Bluemoon Smoke Shop on South Main Street, Privilege Smoke Shop on … [Read more...] about Arrests made at 5 West Hartford smoke shops for illegal sale of marijuana and THC products
Porn Star Kendra Sunderland’s Marijuana Possession Case Dismissed in Texas
Kendra Sunderland is in the clear in her marijuana possession case, TMZ has learned. Legal docs obtained by TMZ reveal the adult film actress' case has been dismissed 2 months after her arrest in Montgomery County, Texas, for felony marijuana possession. Kendra Sunderland mug shot You'll remember, Kendra was caught with less than one gram of THC in Texas, where marijuana is … [Read more...] about Porn Star Kendra Sunderland’s Marijuana Possession Case Dismissed in Texas
‘They’re Still In Prison For Cannabis’ Says 420-420 CEO: How One Text Campaign Seeks Justice
Travis Maurer, founder and CEO of 420-420, highlighted the power of text messaging to mobilize action and push for cannabis reform. As the only SMS company approved by major carriers to deliver cannabis-related messaging, 420-420 has pioneered an innovative approach to advocacy by connecting people directly with legislators to fight for justice in cannabis-related cases. A … [Read more...] about ‘They’re Still In Prison For Cannabis’ Says 420-420 CEO: How One Text Campaign Seeks Justice
Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least for now
Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least temporarily, after hemp product companies won a temporary reprieve from new regulations this week. A court order issued Thursday in a case between six hemp product manufacturers and the New Jersey Attorney General means hemp products like cannabis flower, hemp gummies and THC-containing seltzers can … [Read more...] about Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least for now
Banning Hemp Products Isn’t The Way To Protect Public Health Or Foster Fairness For Marijuana Businesses (Op-Ed)
According to Gallup, marijuana consumption has more than doubled since 2013. Recreational marijuana is now legal in 24 states, medical marijuana is legal in 40 states, legalization is on four state ballots this November, the Biden administration has taken the long overdue step of rescheduling cannabis, and both major party presidential candidates, Vice President Kamala Harris … [Read more...] about Banning Hemp Products Isn’t The Way To Protect Public Health Or Foster Fairness For Marijuana Businesses (Op-Ed)
Supreme Court Leans Toward Truck Driver Fired Over Drug Test
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday over whether a truck driver fired for failing a drug test after using a “wellness product” which was falsely advertised to be free of THC may sue the manufacturer under a federal racketeering law. A majority of the justices seemed ready to side with the driver, Douglas Horn, on the narrow question before them: whether he could … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Leans Toward Truck Driver Fired Over Drug Test
Report: States struggle to balance revenue, risks around cannabis taxation
"Recreational marijuana taxation is one of the hottest policy issues in the U.S." As more states usher in recreational marijuana, they face a thorny challenge: how to tax it effectively. That’s especially true when it comes to prepping for eventual federal legalization, according to a new report from Tax Foundation. The study shows that 23 states now have taxes on … [Read more...] about Report: States struggle to balance revenue, risks around cannabis taxation
Readers speak: Has any considered the impact of CT recreational marijuana on driving?
I read the headline story containing quotes from U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and Gov. Ned Lamont about the reasons for the significant increases in traffic fatalities in Connecticut. Has anyone considered the main cause might be the legalization of recreational marijuana? I don’t want to hear that marijuana impairment is difficult to measure and enforce. Furthermore, when will data … [Read more...] about Readers speak: Has any considered the impact of CT recreational marijuana on driving?
Delaware Governor Signs Bill Allowing Banks to Provide Financial Services to Cannabis Industry
Delaware Democratic Gov. John Carney signed legislation last week that grants legal protections to financial institutions that provide services to cannabis-related businesses licensed or registered under state law. House Bill 355, sponsored by Rep. Ed Osienski and Sen. Trey Paradee, was crafted in partnership with State Treasurer Colleen Davis. The legislation clarifies that … [Read more...] about Delaware Governor Signs Bill Allowing Banks to Provide Financial Services to Cannabis Industry
