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Oct 30, 2024, 5:27 AM
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Police take down crime group accused of making illegal cannabis edibles packaged like name-brand candy
Police in Canada took down an organized crime group believed to have produced tens of thousands of counterfeit cannabis-laced candy bars resembling named brand candy.Oct 30, 2024, 5:27 AM
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Jun 17, 2024, 11:40 AM
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pardoning 175,000 marijuana convictions
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is pardoning 175,000 convictions for marijuana, his office announced Monday.Jun 17, 2024, 11:40 AM
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May 16, 2024, 1:01 PM
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DOJ releases proposed rule to reclassify marijuana
The Biden administration announced Thursday that it's officially moving with a proposal to reschedule marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3.May 16, 2024, 1:01 PM
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May 14, 2024, 9:20 PM
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8 teens taken to hospital after ingesting marijuana edibles during school field trip: Authorities
Eight teenagers got "acutely ill" after ingesting marijuana edibles during a field trip to the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, authorities said.May 14, 2024, 9:20 PM
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Apr 30, 2024, 6:48 PM
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DEA plans to back reclassifying marijuana as less serious drug, sources say
The DEA is planning to recommend reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, sources told ABC NewsApr 30, 2024, 6:48 PM
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Dec 22, 2023, 9:24 AM
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Biden pardons certain marijuana offenses, grants clemency to 11 non-violent drug offenders
Biden is granting clemency to nearly a dozen people who have been serving long prison sentences for non-violent drug offenses, and pardoning certain marijuana offenses.Dec 22, 2023, 9:24 AM
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Nov 29, 2023, 12:07 AM
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Cannabis use does not reduce long-term heroin use, study finds
A study has found that cannabis does not help reduce long-term heroin use.Nov 29, 2023, 12:07 AM
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Nov 7, 2023, 9:19 PM
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Ohio voters projected to add abortion protections to state constitution
Ohio issue 1 and issue 2 results: Voters are projected to add abortion rights to their constitutionNov 7, 2023, 9:19 PM
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Aug 31, 2023, 6:06 PM
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Change in how feds see marijuana could mean big tax cut for pot retailers
Biden's proposal to reclassify marijuana could save the cannibis industry billions in federal taxes each year.Aug 31, 2023, 6:06 PM
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Jul 13, 2023, 1:49 PM
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Cannabis-related ER visits increased among young Americans during COVID pandemic: CDC
A new CDC report published Thursday found emergency department visits linked to cannabis increased for children, teens and young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.Jul 13, 2023, 1:49 PM
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Jul 6, 2023, 6:06 PM
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FDA, FTC send cease and desists to 6 companies they say sell copycat candy, snack products with edible THC
The FDA and FTC sent joint letters to companies that have sold copycat food products that look like regular snack foods, but contain edible Delta-8 THC.Jul 6, 2023, 6:06 PM
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Jun 3, 2023, 6:05 AM
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Food, drink, pot under one roof: California state bill could allow for cannabis cafes
A state bill under consideration in California would allow legal marijuana dispensaries the right to sell non-alcoholic drinks and food to customers.Jun 3, 2023, 6:05 AM
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May 20, 2023, 4:51 PM
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New York cannabis store licenses look to undo stigma placed on former convicts
New York state's cannabis license program prioritizes previously incarcerated entrepreneurs for antiquated marijuana laws.May 20, 2023, 4:51 PM
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Jan 26, 2023, 4:35 PM
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FDA says new process is needed for regulating CBD products due to risks
The FDA said a new framework is needed for regulating CBD products due to safety concerns, especially from long-term use.Jan 26, 2023, 4:35 PM
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Jan 19, 2023, 2:04 PM
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Reports of children poisoned with marijuana edibles spike in Mississippi, state medical center says
The medical center warned the calls will continue to rise with marijuana dispensaries slated to open across the state this year.Jan 19, 2023, 2:04 PM
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Dec 9, 2022, 6:17 PM
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First pot deliveries in New York are rolling out on scooters and bikes
The first legal sales of marijuana in New York City will be likely be delivered on bikes and scooters.Dec 9, 2022, 6:17 PM
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Nov 23, 2022, 3:27 PM
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Cannabis use during pregnancy may harm infants and mothers, research suggests
Cannabis use during pregnancy may cause babies to have higher rates of preterm birth, low birthweight and birth defects.Nov 23, 2022, 3:27 PM
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Nov 22, 2022, 6:20 PM
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4 Chinese nationals killed on marijuana farm in Oklahoma: Police
Police have identified a suspect in a quadruple homicide outside a town in Oklahoma but won't release a name because doing so would put other people in danger.Nov 22, 2022, 6:20 PM
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Apr 1, 2022, 1:24 PM
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House passes legislation decriminalizing marijuana
Congress has tried, unsuccessfully, to pass this type of legislation before to decriminalize marijuana.Apr 1, 2022, 1:24 PM
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Nov 15, 2022, 10:00 AM
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Smoking marijuana may be more harmful to lungs than smoking cigarettes, study finds
The researchers who led the study say their findings suggest smoking marijuana may be more harmful than people realize.Nov 15, 2022, 10:00 AM
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Nov 9, 2022, 12:56 PM
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Recreational marijuana legalized in 2 states, rejected in 3 in 2022 election referendums
Results for ballot initiatives to legalize recreational marijuana passed in two states and failed in three others, according to early election results.Nov 9, 2022, 12:56 PM
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Oct 29, 2022, 10:41 AM
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Immigrants deported on cannabis charges unfairly excluded from Biden pardon, advocates say
Advocates say say immigrants deported on cannabis charges should be eligible for Biden's clemency move.Oct 29, 2022, 10:41 AM
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Oct 25, 2022, 5:05 AM
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Legalized recreational weed in South Dakota gets election redo this November
For the second time in two years, South Dakota voters will decide if their state will be the next one to offer legalized cannabis to adults.Oct 25, 2022, 5:05 AM
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Oct 6, 2022, 6:44 PM
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Biden announces pardons for thousands convicted of federal marijuana possession
"No one should be in jail for using or possessing marijuana," Biden said.Oct 6, 2022, 6:44 PM
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Aug 23, 2022, 11:22 AM
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Marijuana, hallucinogen use reach all-time high among young adults
A new study on young adults showed their marijuana and hallucinogen use has reached historic highs.Aug 23, 2022, 11:22 AM
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Jul 21, 2022, 4:39 PM
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Senate Democrats unveil long-awaited marijuana legalization bill
Senate Democrats on Thursday unveiled a long-awaited marijuana legalization bill.Jul 21, 2022, 4:39 PM
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Apr 21, 2022, 4:51 PM
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New Jersey starts legal recreational marijuana sales today
New Jersey cannabis consumers celebrated Thursday's first day of legalized pot selling and toking up for adults in the Garden State.Apr 21, 2022, 4:51 PM
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Apr 20, 2022, 4:11 PM
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Chicago prosecutors expunge 15,000 cannabis convictions
After more than two years of work, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office has abolished over 15,000 cannabis convictions.Apr 20, 2022, 4:11 PM
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Jan 18, 2022, 8:00 AM
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Democratic Senate candidate smokes marijuana in new ad highlighting disparity and reform
Democratic Senate candidate smokes marijuana in new ad highlighting disparity and reform.Jan 18, 2022, 8:00 AM
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Sep 27, 2021, 7:54 PM
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Marijuana use did not climb following legalization in states: Study
Marijuana use may be more legal across the country, but that hasn't led to a rise in pot users, a study found.Sep 27, 2021, 7:54 PM
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Sep 17, 2021, 11:34 AM
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Young adults dropping alcohol for marijuana and hallucinogens, survey finds
Patterns of substance use are changing amongst young adults A new survey shows alcohol is falling out of favor, while the use of marijuana and hallucinogens is rising.Sep 17, 2021, 11:34 AM
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Jul 16, 2021, 6:00 AM
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What ending the federal marijuana prohibition could mean for the industry
A Pew Research Center poll shows 91% of US adults favor legalizing cannabis.Jul 16, 2021, 6:00 AM
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Jul 14, 2021, 1:56 PM
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Democratic senators move to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level
For the first time in Senate history, Democrats will move toward ending the federal prohibition on cannabis.Jul 14, 2021, 1:56 PM
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Jul 11, 2021, 8:12 AM
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Video shows cop save man from choking on bag of marijuana after getting pulled over
A police officer in Ohio saved the life of a man who was choking on a bag of marijuana after he allegedly tried to swallow when he was pulled over for speeding.Jul 11, 2021, 8:12 AM
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Jun 23, 2021, 7:28 PM
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After Connecticut legalizes marijuana, only 2 New England states now prohibit cannabis
Connecticut became the 19th state to allow for recreational marijuana use.Jun 23, 2021, 7:28 PM
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Jun 9, 2021, 9:40 AM
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Maine's legal marijuana market begins to boom as state breaks another sales record
Marijuana sales in Maine set another new record for monthly sales in May as retailers sold over $5 million worth of marijuana products.Jun 9, 2021, 9:40 AM
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Jun 2, 2021, 9:04 PM
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As legal marijuana booms, people push for justice for those impacted by war on drugs
As more states legalize, some are concerned that big business will dominate the industry and that those impacted by the previous laws won’t get a second chance.Jun 2, 2021, 9:04 PM
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May 18, 2021, 5:10 PM
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Court decision leaves Mississippi medical marijuana, other ballot initiatives in limbo
Legal experts and state lawmakers were left bewildered after a Mississippi court ruling deemed ballot initiatives for the last 20 years were unconstitutional.May 18, 2021, 5:10 PM
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May 10, 2021, 9:17 PM
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Minorities fight for racial equity, legalization from within the marijuana industry
"This is not a stoner industry," said one dispensary owner.May 10, 2021, 9:17 PM
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Apr 8, 2021, 5:05 AM
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Legal marijuana movement builds as more states change laws
With more states taking up the effort to legalize recreational marijuana, experts say the conversation over cannabis has transformed.Apr 8, 2021, 5:05 AM
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