A handful of big names in Colorado have recently voiced their official support for marijuana's federal reclassification, including local social equity activists, the Denver District Attorney and Governor Jared Polis. It's been almost a year since the federal Department of Health and Human Services officially recommended that marijuana be reclassified from a Schedule I federal … [Read more...] about Colorado Governor, Denver District Attorney Write DEA in Support of Marijuana Reclassification
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Accused robber tries to shoot cannabis dispensary worker but gun malfunctions, cops say
A gun malfunctioned when a man tried to shoot a marijuana dispensary worker during a robbery in Oregon, police said. Police responded to the robbery at 4:38 p.m. July 23 at Top Shelf Medicine, the Bend Police Department said in a news release. A 41-year-old identified as Russell Ian Boggess struck a female worker in the face and threatened her with his gun, police said. Boggess … [Read more...] about Accused robber tries to shoot cannabis dispensary worker but gun malfunctions, cops say
Beshear asks Drug Enforcement Administration to consider medical benefits of marijuana
Cannabis is currently categorized as a Schedule I drug — drugs with high likelihoods of abuse and no accepted medical uses.The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration places marijuana in the same category as heroin, LSD and ecstasy. As a Schedule I drug, it’s ranked over substances like fentanyl, which is Schedule II.Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear urged the Drug Enforcement … [Read more...] about Beshear asks Drug Enforcement Administration to consider medical benefits of marijuana
Cannabis advocate warns roadside drug test plan could harm mentally ill drivers
The Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis party warns the government’s plans to introduce random roadside drug testing will have a disproportionate effect on Māori drivers, as well as drivers with mental illness. Advocates agree they want safe roads however are concerned random roadside drug tests will impact innocent people with false positives because of their medication. Later this … [Read more...] about Cannabis advocate warns roadside drug test plan could harm mentally ill drivers
Gov. DeSantis has come out strongly against marijuana legalization. We fact-checked some of his recent statements
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is openly opposed to stinking up the state of Florida with adult-use marijuana. Voters in Florida will have the opportunity to vote “yes” or “no” to legalize adult-use marijuana in November. If at least 60% of voters approve the measure, it would open the recreational marijuana market to consumers. If approved, Florida would join … [Read more...] about Gov. DeSantis has come out strongly against marijuana legalization. We fact-checked some of his recent statements
$10 million worth of illegal products seized in Bronx marijuana bust, police say
MOTT HAVEN, The Bronx -- Police seized millions of dollars worth of illegal cannabis products inside an after-hours social club in the Bronx on Saturday afternoon. It was a massive collaboration between the NYC Sheriff's Office and NYPD, and what started as a routine inspection quickly turned into a raid of a building in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx. Police were called … [Read more...] about $10 million worth of illegal products seized in Bronx marijuana bust, police say
43,000 Comments Filed on Cannabis Rescheduling Proposal as Public Period Closes
State regulators, advocates, health experts and patients were among a surge of parties to submit comments July 22 to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on a proposed rule to reschedule marijuana in what may have been a strategic move for some. While July 22 marked the end of a 60-day public comment period from when the DEA published the notice of proposed rulemaking—to … [Read more...] about 43,000 Comments Filed on Cannabis Rescheduling Proposal as Public Period Closes
Cannabis Stocks Surge Then Plummet On News That Biden Is Bowing Out Of 2024 Presidential Race
President Joe Biden's announcement that he will not seek re-election has impacted the cannabis stock market. The sector's reaction varied, reflecting investor sentiment and market speculation about future regulatory changes under a potential new administration. This analysis, derived from Benzinga Pro data, highlights the key movements among popular cannabis stocks 24 hours … [Read more...] about Cannabis Stocks Surge Then Plummet On News That Biden Is Bowing Out Of 2024 Presidential Race
Watertown police raid two smoke shops for illegal marijuana sales
WATERTOWN — Watertown Police Department, with the assistance of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Department of Revenue Services, executed search warrants on July 16 at two local smoke shops following complaints of illegal marijuana sales. The simultaneous raids targeted Smoke King located on 382 Buckingham Street in Oakville, and Smoke Empire at 544 Straits … [Read more...] about Watertown police raid two smoke shops for illegal marijuana sales
Derby Ponders New Marijuana Rules
DERBY – Members of the Derby Planning and Zoning Commission are considering whether to allow more marijuana shops into the city. The sale of recreational marijuana became legal in Connecticut on Jan. 10, 2023. The state initially limited the number of cannabis retail stores and micro-cultivation operations that could open in municipalities to 1 per 25,000 residents. That meant … [Read more...] about Derby Ponders New Marijuana Rules
