STAMFORD, Conn. — A joint effort between state and local entities resulted in the confiscation of more than 135 pounds of illegal cannabis from eight vape shops in Stamford last month. A release from Attorney General William Tong on Wednesday reported that the raids on Dec. 19, 2024 found that the shops violated numerous criminal and civil statutes, including illegal drug … [Read more...] about More than 135 lbs. of illegal cannabis confiscated from 8 Stamford vape shops
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Colorado tries a new public health campaign about cannabis
In more than a decade since Colorado voters legalized recreational marijuana for adults, state officials have come up with a ton of ideas for delivering cannabis-cautious public health messages to the public. They tried stoner humor. They tried high-concept art installations. They tried … hoedown music? The results have been decidedly mixed. But now state-funded researchers … [Read more...] about Colorado tries a new public health campaign about cannabis
Minnesota’s Cannabis Office director steps down amid industry delays
ST. PAUL — Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced Monday, Jan. 6, that Charlene Briner will step down as director of the Office of Cannabis Management. General Counsel Eric Taubel will serve as director for the time being. Briner’s resignation comes after repeated halts to the cannabis industry’s launch, which was intended for this month but is now slated for early … [Read more...] about Minnesota’s Cannabis Office director steps down amid industry delays
Green Light: Five People to Watch in Colorado Cannabis in 2025
Cannabis has become ingrained in culture and commerce in Colorado, where the plant was legalized for recreational purposes over twelve years ago. And even though people across the country aren't chasing that Rocky Mountain high like they once did, we still have some of the smartest minds and greenest thumbs in legal weed. After busy and successful rides in 2024 that led to even … [Read more...] about Green Light: Five People to Watch in Colorado Cannabis in 2025
Maryland Lawmakers Seek To Clarify Marijuana Consumption Lounge Rules And Add New Cannabis Event Permits
Maryland lawmakers have filed legislation meant to clear up policies around on-site marijuana consumption businesses, while adding a new permit for temporary cannabis events. While the legalization law that Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed in 2023 already contemplated social consumption sites where people could use marijuana, regulators are asking lawmakers to pass a measure with a … [Read more...] about Maryland Lawmakers Seek To Clarify Marijuana Consumption Lounge Rules And Add New Cannabis Event Permits
Ohio recreational marijuana sales topped $242 million in 2024
Ohio recreational marijuana sales surpassed $242 million as 2024 came to a close. The state’s total recreational marijuana sales were $242,167,020, as of Dec. 28, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control. There have been 4,007,128 units of manufactured products that have been sold and 32,487 pounds of plant material, according to the … [Read more...] about Ohio recreational marijuana sales topped $242 million in 2024
Man sues Portland cannabis shop, says it recommended an extreme THC dose that landed him in the ER
A man who says he had little to no experience using cannabis products filed a $10,000 lawsuit against a Portland store last week, saying an employee recommended a grossly excessive dose of THC that sent him to a local emergency room with vomiting, loss of motor function and an inability to walk on his own. Skye Fitzgerald’s lawsuit states that he told an employee at Arcanna on … [Read more...] about Man sues Portland cannabis shop, says it recommended an extreme THC dose that landed him in the ER
New York Marijuana Consumption Lounges Could Sell Food And Drinks While Hosting Live Concerts Under New Bill
A newly filed bill in New York would allow future marijuana consumption lounges to sell non-infused food, non-alcoholic beverages and hold live performances such as concerts. The legislation from Assemblymember John Zaccaro (D) seeks to amend the state’s cannabis legalization law as it concerns on-site consumption licenses, none of which have yet been licensed as regulators … [Read more...] about New York Marijuana Consumption Lounges Could Sell Food And Drinks While Hosting Live Concerts Under New Bill
Could Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes come to Palm Springs? A new law makes it possible
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law in September and it took effect on Jan. 1. The law has drawn comparisons to the "coffee shops" of Amsterdam that sell marijuana products and allow customers to spend hours on the premises. Cannabis advocates hope that by allowing people to do more than just smoke in dispensaries, local businesses can benefit, along with the local … [Read more...] about Could Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes come to Palm Springs? A new law makes it possible
Draft regulations for R.I.’s retail cannabis market are out. The public has 30 days to comment.
Rhode Island’s Cannabis Control Commission on Wednesday released 200 pages of draft regulations for public comment, which will be open through Feb. 7, 2025. (Christopher Shea/Rhode Island Current) Long-awaited rules that will govern Rhode Island’s budding recreational cannabis market are finally coming, putting the state one step closer to issuing licenses for two dozen retail … [Read more...] about Draft regulations for R.I.’s retail cannabis market are out. The public has 30 days to comment.
