States that may legalize recreational cannabis in 2025: – Hawaii – Pennsylvania – Idaho – Kentucky – New Hampshire – Texas – Wisconsin States that may legalize medical cannabis in 2025: – Kansas – South Carolina H/T: azmarijuana.com You can view the whole article at this link 9 States That May Legalize Marijuana in 2025 … [Read more...] about 9 States That May Legalize Marijuana in 2025
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Meta’s Rule Change Still Hates On Cannabis
Dealing with fake or hateful information online can be annoying, but for some, it is much worse. Especially for kids who are still developing their coping skills. In fact, 26.5% of teens (aged 13 to 17) reported experiencing cyberbullying within the last 30 days. This marked an increase from 16.7% in 2016. Despite the increase, Meta announced a shift towards a “community notes” … [Read more...] about Meta’s Rule Change Still Hates On Cannabis
Norwalk PD arrest employees at 3 convenience stores for illegally selling cannabis, officials say
NORWALK — City police arrested three employees at three separate convenience stores this week for selling cannabis without a license, the latest in a crackdown on illegal marijuana sales, officials said. The first arrest took place Tuesday at VP Snack and Soda 108 Varieties and Deli on Connecticut Avenue, according to Sgt. Ryan Evarts of the Norwalk Police Department. Evarts … [Read more...] about Norwalk PD arrest employees at 3 convenience stores for illegally selling cannabis, officials say
Wisconsin Governor Proposes Allowing Citizen-Initiated Ballot Measure to Legalize Cannabis
Wisconsin is one of eight states absent of a medical cannabis program—even a highly restrictive program such as in Texas, where THC is capped at 1%. Wisconsin is also one of 24 states that do not provide for citizen-initiated ballot measures, leaving the will of the people tied behind their backs when their elected officials don’t act. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers is hoping to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Governor Proposes Allowing Citizen-Initiated Ballot Measure to Legalize Cannabis
America’s oldest active pot dispensary appears to be in crisis
An early fixture in California’s cannabis history may now be fighting to survive in the state’s shrinking legal marijuana market. Berkeley Patients Group, which lays claim to the title of longest continually running cannabis dispensary in the country, is facing allegations of over $250,000 in unpaid debts, according to a recent report from Berkeleyside. The report cited three … [Read more...] about America’s oldest active pot dispensary appears to be in crisis
Eight Stamford smoke shops raided, 4,200+ illegal cannabis products seized
STAMFORD — Eight Stamford smoke shops were raided at the end of 2024 in what state and local officials are calling a major crackdown of illegal cannabis sales. At a Wednesday morning press conference at the Stamford Police Department, two long tables were filled with illegal cannabis products — numerous vials containing marijuana buds, edibles containing THC in colorful … [Read more...] about Eight Stamford smoke shops raided, 4,200+ illegal cannabis products seized
More than 135 lbs. of illegal cannabis confiscated from 8 Stamford vape shops
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
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
