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420 with CNW — New York to Evaluate Struggling Cannabis Industry as Hiccups Allow Illicit Market to Flourish

March 28, 2024 4:20pm

Kathy Hochul, the governor of New York, has issued an order to reassess the state’s adult-use cannabis licensing program due to various setbacks. Those hurdles, including lawsuits and administrative challenges, have not only stood in the way of the legal marijuana market but have also led to the proliferation of illicit sellers. The assessment aims … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New York to Evaluate Struggling Cannabis Industry as Hiccups Allow Illicit Market to Flourish”

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420 with CNW — Colorado Bill Seeking to Silence Social Media Posts on Marijuana Raises Concern

March 27, 2024 4:20pm

A conservative think tank in Colorado has voiced worries about a proposed measure that could have an impact on internet discussions of cannabis and associated products, including hemp. The bill, SB24-158, covers various aspects of internet regulations, including content policies and age verification. A noteworthy clause in it targets social media companies, mandating that they … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Colorado Bill Seeking to Silence Social Media Posts on Marijuana Raises Concern”

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420 with CNW — Las Vegas Consumption Lounges Usher in New Era for Cannabis Industry

March 26, 2024 4:20pm

The much-anticipated introduction of cannabis consumption lounges in Las Vegas has finally materialized, with almost 20 establishments reportedly nearing completion, according to regulators. Thrive Cannabis Marketplace opened its first licensed lounge next to its store, just off the renowned Las Vegas Strip, while Smoke and Mirrors Cannabis Lounge opened for business later, having passed the … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Las Vegas Consumption Lounges Usher in New Era for Cannabis Industry”

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420 with CNW — VP’s Comments on Marijuana Suggest Campaign Shift on Legalization

March 25, 2024 4:20pm

Vice President Kamala Harris, speaking at the White House to a group of individuals who received pardons related to marijuana offenses, expressed her support for the legalization of cannabis, marking a potential change in the administration’s stance as the November elections approach. An attendee at the meeting disclosed Harris’s statement, which came after her public … Continue reading “420 with CNW — VP’s Comments on Marijuana Suggest Campaign Shift on Legalization”

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420 with CNW — Massachusetts Governor Announces Plan to Pardon Low-Level Cannabis Convicts

March 22, 2024 4:20pm

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts has revealed plans to pardon all individuals with simple cannabis possession charges in the state. It is expected that the move will impact a significant number of people. During a recent press conference, Healey stressed the importance of the announcement, noting that it is among the largest marijuana pardons that … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Massachusetts Governor Announces Plan to Pardon Low-Level Cannabis Convicts”

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420 with CNW — New Study Suggests Cannabis Handouts Could Curb Drug Overdose Fatalities

March 19, 2024 4:20pm

A new study published in the “Journal of Harm Reduction” proposes that distributing free marijuana through harm-reduction groups could significantly decrease drug overdose fatalities and enhance the well-being of users. The study, focusing on a cannabis donation initiative in rural Michigan, marks the pioneering documentation of the harm-reduction approach in the United States, suggesting its … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New Study Suggests Cannabis Handouts Could Curb Drug Overdose Fatalities”

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420 with CNW — How Cannabis Firms Can Prepare Themselves for Future After Rescheduling

March 18, 2024 4:20pm

In 2015, shortly after Colorado initiated recreational cannabis sales, marijuana operators faced a significant lesson regarding the strictness surrounding the term “organic” from state and federal authorities. Most operators had to change their business names to exclude the term. The U.S. Agriculture Department is in charge of the organic label and has accredited third-party organizations … Continue reading “420 with CNW — How Cannabis Firms Can Prepare Themselves for Future After Rescheduling”

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Study Says More Teens Are Using Delta-8 THC Products

March 18, 2024 11:00am

A new study has found that more than 11% of seniors in high school are using delta-8 THC. Delta-8 THC is one of the many compounds found in the cannabis sativa plant, of which hemp and marijuana are common varieties. This compound isn’t found in high quantities in the cannabis plant and is said to … Continue reading “Study Says More Teens Are Using Delta-8 THC Products”

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420 with CNW — Missouri Announces Date for Submission of Additional Cannabis Microbusiness Applications

March 15, 2024 4:20pm

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is set to begin receiving the next wave of applications for microbusiness licenses electronically, using its online registry platform. The application window is slated to open from April 15 to April 29, 2024, with licensing expected to be finalized by July. Last year, the department granted … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Missouri Announces Date for Submission of Additional Cannabis Microbusiness Applications”

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420 with CNW — Research Finds 7 in 10 Americans Live in States with Legal Cannabis

March 14, 2024 4:20pm

Despite federal prohibition, cannabis has gained legal status across many of the states in the United States, whether for recreational or medical use. According to recent research from the Pew Research Center, a majority of Americans, approximately 74%, now reside in states where cannabis is permissible in some form. Among these, about 54% live in … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Research Finds 7 in 10 Americans Live in States with Legal Cannabis”

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420 with CNW — Analysis of Differences Between Taxes on Marijuana, Sports Betting

March 13, 2024 4:20pm

In 2021, Arizona witnessed the legalization of two long-operating but previously illicit industries: sports betting and recreational cannabis. This change brought a surge of tax revenue to the state, with one industry outpacing the other significantly. While sports betting enjoys greater popularity per capita in the state, it contributes only a small percentage of the … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Analysis of Differences Between Taxes on Marijuana, Sports Betting”

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420 with CNW — 2023 Marijuana Business Licenses Declined in US, Data Firm Says

March 12, 2024 4:20pm

The number of active cannabis company licenses in the United States saw a substantial dip in 2023, the first decline following years of steady increase, according to a recent CRB Monitor report. According to the data, there was a 4% drop in the number of active marijuana licenses in the U.S. between 2022 and 2023. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — 2023 Marijuana Business Licenses Declined in US, Data Firm Says”

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420 with CNW — Study Shows Cannabis Users Less Likely to Suffer Cognitive Decline

March 11, 2024 4:20pm

A recent study suggests a potential link between cannabis use and reduced instances of subjective cognitive decline (SDC), wherein individuals who incorporate cannabis into their routines, whether for medical or recreational purposes, report experiencing less memory impairment and confusion than nonusers. Published in the “Current Alzheimer Research” Journal, the study’s significance lies in its departure … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Shows Cannabis Users Less Likely to Suffer Cognitive Decline”

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420 with CNW — Virginia Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Sales Bill, Send to Governor

March 08, 2024 4:20pm

Virginia lawmakers have recently given their final nod to legislation aiming to legalize the retail sale of cannabis, slated to commence from May 1, 2025. This decision, following several weeks of negotiations, now awaits the approval of Governor Glenn Youngkin. Both the Senate and House of Delegates endorsed similar versions of the measures on Feb. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Virginia Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Sales Bill, Send to Governor”

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