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Malawi Legalizes Cannabis Cultivation for Medical and Industrial Use

The Malawi government has legalized growing cannabis for some use—but not for recreation.

Artisanal CBD not as effective as pharmaceutical CBD for reducing seizures

Children and teens with epilepsy who were treated with pharmaceutical cannabidiol (CBD) had much better seizure control than those who were treated with artisanal CBD,…

Chronicle AM: INCB Head Suggests UN Drug Treaties Are Out of Date, Houston Dope Squad Reforms, More… (2/28/20)

A top UN drug official suggests international drug treaties are out of step with the times, a hemp bill is moving in Idaho, Malawi legalizes…

NY Marijuana Czar Continues Push For Legal Weed: It’s ‘The Right Thing To Do’

Norman Birenbaum is determined to make legal pot a reality in New York. The post NY Marijuana Czar Continues Push For Legal Weed: It’s ‘The…

Philadelphia Flower Show to Spotlight Medical Marijuana

For the first time, the Philadelphia Flower Show will provide information about our favorite flower. The post Philadelphia Flower Show to Spotlight Medical Marijuana appeared…

Colorado Cannabis Company to Study Cannabinoids’ Effect on Alzheimer’s Disease

Could dementia and Alzheimer’s patients benefit from cannabis? The post Colorado Cannabis Company to Study Cannabinoids’ Effect on Alzheimer’s Disease appeared first on High Times.

Utah’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Expected to Open Monday

State lawmakers are scrambling to make sure everything goes as planned. The post Utah’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Expected to Open Monday appeared first on…

Friday, February 28, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, February 28, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // USDA Announces Two Temporary Changes To Restrictive Hemp Rules (Marijuana Moment) // In major shift, UN drug chief questions whether control treaties involving cannabis are out of date (Marijuana Business Daily) // Vermont farmers concerned by cannabis bill provisions (WCAX […]

Chronicle AM: Philly Safe Injection Site Could Open Soon, VT House Approves Pot Sales Bill, More… (2/27/20)

The Vermont House has passed that bill to allow taxed and regulated marijuana sales, a California bill would allow paying meth users not to use,…

Vermont House Gives Preliminary OK to Commercial Cannabis Industry Bill

The Senate’s given its approval, but there’s still a few matters to resolve. The post Vermont House Gives Preliminary OK to Commercial Cannabis Industry Bill…

Texas Law Enforcement Will Not Test THC Levels in Misdemeanor Possession Cases

Amidst confusion over hemp laws in Texas, this new development was just announced. The post Texas Law Enforcement Will Not Test THC Levels in Misdemeanor…

Oklahoma Senate Votes To Shield Medical Marijuana Patients’ Second Amendment Rights

The State Senate has ruled that medical marijuana patients will retain their right to bear arms. The post Oklahoma Senate Votes To Shield Medical Marijuana…

Sales Tax Data Reveals True, Large Scope of Maine’s Medical Marijuana Market

In 2019, Maine residents purchased more than $111.6 million worth of medical cannabis. The post Sales Tax Data Reveals True, Large Scope of Maine’s Medical…

Thursday, February 27, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, February 27, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Vermont House gives initial OK to recreational cannabis sales, putting state on track to $160M market (Marijuana Business Daily) // MedMen Reports Revenue Of $44 Million, But A Net Loss Of $96 Million (Green Market Report) // Acreage Holdings Reports […]

Mexican President Declares His Disinterest in Recreational Legalization

Did it all come down to this? The post Mexican President Declares His Disinterest in Recreational Legalization appeared first on High Times.

Chronicle AM: Philly Safe Injection Site Gets Favorable Final Ruling, San Diego to Dismiss Pot Convictions, More… (2/26/20)

A federal judge has issued a final order saying a proposed Philadelphia safe injection site does not violate federal law, Kansas lawmakers vote to keep…

Maine Authorities Announce Plan For Cannabis Crimes Unit

Is this what marijuana policing will look like in the legal era? The post Maine Authorities Announce Plan For Cannabis Crimes Unit appeared first on…

Democratic Debate In South Carolina: Huge Mess, No Winners

CBS botches the most important debate in the primary season so far. The post Democratic Debate In South Carolina: Huge Mess, No Winners appeared first…

Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Safe Injection Site Opening in Philadelphia

The site will be the first of its kind in the nation. The post Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Safe Injection Site Opening in…

Arkansas Judge Places Temporary Halt On Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licenses

The latest challenge in Arkansas’ medical marijuana program. The post Arkansas Judge Places Temporary Halt On Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licenses appeared first on High Times.

Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, February 26, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Presidential Candidates Clash Over Marijuana Legalization At Democratic Debate (Marijuana Moment) // Massachusetts Regulators Warn That More Pot Shops Mean More Weed on the Streets (Merry Jane) // Smokable Hemp Bill Heads To Virginia Governor’s Desk And Lawmakers Approve Legal […]

Chronicle AM: Colombia Coca Moves, VT Legal Marijuana Sales Bill Advances, More… (2/25/20)

A Vermont bill to tax and regulate marijuana sales heads for a House floor vote, a potential Ohio marijuana legalization initiative campaign emerges, Israel's embattled…

Illinois Nets Nearly $10 Million in Tax Revenue From First Month of Adult-Use Pot Sales

The figure blows the governor’s office industry estimates out of the water. The post Illinois Nets Nearly $10 Million in Tax Revenue From First Month…

Ohio Cannabis Advocates Trying To Get Legalization On The Ballot

An industry-backed effort to get recreational legalization on the November ballot must collect 442,958 Signatures By July 1. The post Ohio Cannabis Advocates Trying To…

Study Indicates Cannabis Use Among Senior Citizens Has Spiked

JAMA Internal Medicine found a significant jump in seniors who use cannabis. The post Study Indicates Cannabis Use Among Senior Citizens Has Spiked appeared first…

Michigan Lawmakers May Ask Congress To Clarify Legality of Marijuana

Despite progress, there remains a disconnect between federal and state marijuana laws. The post Michigan Lawmakers May Ask Congress To Clarify Legality of Marijuana appeared…

Tuesday, February 25, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, February 25, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Bill To Legalize Marijuana Sales Heads To Vermont House Floor Following Key Committee Vote (Marijuana Moment) // Arizona High Schooler Facing Deportation Over Weed Vape Pens (Merry Jane) // Green Growth Sells Off CBD Biz As The Board Says It […]

Kansas Lawmakers Reject Proposal to Reform Marijuana Laws, Reduce Penalties

The GOP-controlled House committee rejected the proposal to ease possession penalties. The post Kansas Lawmakers Reject Proposal to Reform Marijuana Laws, Reduce Penalties appeared first…

Chronicle AM: Liz Warren Releases Marijuana Plan, WVA Bill Would Hike Meth Sentences, More… (2/24/20)

Elizabeth Warren rolls out a plan for a just and equitable marijuana industry, a Hawaii bill would protect medical marijuana patients from being fired or…

Driven Deliveries Announces Intention To Acquire Pot Distributor Humboldt Heritage

The move signifies a shift in the way we consider the cannabis industry. The post Driven Deliveries Announces Intention To Acquire Pot Distributor Humboldt Heritage…

NY Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Planned Tour of States With Legal Cannabis

To help his quest to legalize cannabis, Gov. Cuomo is visiting states that have successfully done so. The post NY Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Planned…

Presidential Hopeful Elizabeth Warren Outlines Plan to Reform Federal Marijuana Laws

It’s light on details, but heavy on support for POCs and small cannabis businesses. The post Presidential Hopeful Elizabeth Warren Outlines Plan to Reform Federal…

Monday, February 24, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Monday, February 24, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Elizabeth Warren Has A New Plan For Legalizing Marijuana (Marijuana Moment) // Licensing appeals overwhelm Missouri’s medical marijuana program, point to widespread MJ industry concern about scoring fairness (Marijuana Business Daily) // Vape crisis forced cannabis sector to increase focus […]

Desmond inquiry: Doctor was concerned about former soldier's cannabis use

The inquiry investigating why a former soldier killed three family members and himself is hearing testimony today from a New Brunswick doctor who prescribed him…

Everything you need to know to file your taxes in 2020

If you purchased a home using the Home Buyers’ Incentive or were prescribed cannabis for medical use then you may be affected by changes to…

Counterfeit crackdown; cannabis costs: CBC's Marketplace consumer cheat sheet

CBC’s Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week.

Chronicle AM: KY House Passes MedMJ Bill, DEA Announces New Anti-Meth Operation, More… (2/21/20)

A new poll shows Florida voters strongly support marijuana legalization, the DEA announces Operation Crystal Shield, the drug czar announces this year's version of a…

Gear Up for 420 at the 2020 Cannabis Cup Central Valley

Who’s coming to party with us in Sacramento? The post Gear Up for 420 at the 2020 Cannabis Cup Central Valley appeared first on High…

Cannabis Company Proposes New Dispensary Location Near Addiction Treatment Center

The proposal is ruffling the feathers of some officials and citizens. The post Cannabis Company Proposes New Dispensary Location Near Addiction Treatment Center appeared first…

Kentucky’s House of Representatives Approves Medicinal Cannabis Legislation

The bill faces political challenges in the state’s Senate. The post Kentucky’s House of Representatives Approves Medicinal Cannabis Legislation appeared first on High Times.