Connecticut officials are intensifying efforts to shut down unlicensed cannabis sales, focusing specifically on vape and smoke shops across the state that are skirting regulations by selling THC products without proper licenses.According to state authorities, recent investigations have revealed a growing number of retail locations illegally distributing cannabis or … [Read more...] about Crackdown on Unlicensed Cannabis Sales: Connecticut Authorities Target Vape and Smoke Shops
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Rhode Island Marijuana Sales Reach $58.18 Million in First Half of 2025
Rhode Island's cannabis market continues to gain momentum in 2025, with the state's Office of Cannabis Regulation reporting a total of $58.18 million in combined adult-use and medical marijuana sales during the first six months of the year.Of this total, adult-use cannabis sales accounted for a significant $45.4 million, while medical marijuana purchases contributed $12.78 … [Read more...] about Rhode Island Marijuana Sales Reach $58.18 Million in First Half of 2025
New York Sees Surge in Adult Cannabis Use, Igniting Statewide Debate
Adult-use cannabis consumption in New York has reached unprecedented levels, prompting both celebration and concern among policymakers, health professionals, and industry stakeholders. The surge, documented in recent state health reports, signals a pivotal moment in the evolution of New York’s cannabis market just a few years after legalization.According to new data released by … [Read more...] about New York Sees Surge in Adult Cannabis Use, Igniting Statewide Debate
Senator Blames Budget Constraints and Global Conflicts for Delays in Federal Cannabis Reform
Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), a lead sponsor of federal cannabis banking legislation, has attributed ongoing delays in marijuana reform to broader national concerns, including federal budget negotiations and the ongoing war in Ukraine.Speaking candidly about the state of cannabis legislation, Merkley highlighted that despite bipartisan interest in reforming marijuana … [Read more...] about Senator Blames Budget Constraints and Global Conflicts for Delays in Federal Cannabis Reform
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Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Trailblazer Dies at 67
A key figure in Massachusetts’ cannabis legalization landscape passed away at 67, leaving behind a legacy of activism, advocacy, and community impact. Here's a closer look at their life, work, and enduring influence.Who They WereFor decades, this champion helped steer Massachusetts toward cannabis reform. From grassroots organizing to legislative lobbying, they were … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Trailblazer Dies at 67
Breaking Through: Cannabis Science Hits a Turning Point
As the cannabis boom continues, the industry finds itself in a state of tension—caught between the bright promise of breakthroughs and the frustrating paralysis of uncertainty. That's the central insight Jahan Marcu, Ph.D. explores in his recent Rolling Stone Culture Council article “Waking from the Strain Dream: Cannabis Science at a Crossroads.”
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Middletown Buzz: Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Pulls Out of Historic Downtown Project
MIDDLETOWN, CT – A plan to open a cannabis dispensary within a beautifully restored historic building on Main Street has been officially withdrawn by the developer—marking a contentious end to a year‑long debate about downtown identity, public funding, and zoning.
The Backstory
From Market to Dispensary
Community Response & Council Scrutiny
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Norwalk Police Raid Smoke Shop, Seize Marijuana & Nitrous Oxide
In a Tuesday afternoon operation, Norwalk Police executed a search warrant at Wally’s Smoke Shop on Westport Avenue. The raid resulted in the seizure of multiple cannabis products and nitrous oxide canisters, highlighting the city’s ongoing crackdown on unregulated sales.
What They Found
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Norwalk Police Raid Smoke Shop, Seize Marijuana & Nitrous Oxide