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The Opioid Crisis Has Cost The US More Than Half A Trillion Dollars In Four Years

The opioid epidemic has cost the U.S. economy $631 billion from 2015 through the beginning of this year. The post The Opioid Crisis Has Cost…

Edibles and Other Cannabis Derivatives Become Legal in Canada This Week

New regulations for edibles and extracts take effect October 17, but products won’t hit shelves until mid-December at the earliest. The post Edibles and Other…

Beto O’Rourke Proposes Replacing Opioids With Cannabis During Democratic Debate

Beto O’Rourke made his views about marijuana legalization crystal clear during last night’s debate. The post Beto O’Rourke Proposes Replacing Opioids With Cannabis During Democratic…

Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Judge puts Michigan’s ban on flavored nicotine vaping on hold (Detroit Metro Times) // ‘Gold standard’ bill to legalize recreational weed in Pa. introduced in Harrisburg (Philadelphia Inquirer) // A ‘Significant’ Number Of Patients Stopped Taking Benzodiazepines After Starting Medical […]

Chronicle AM: Pot Vaping Bans, DEA Shrugs Shoulders at Pain Patient Complaints, More…. (10/15/19)

The vaping crisis has impelled two more states to restrict marijuana vaping products, Mexican cartel gunmen kill 14 police in a bloody ambush, and more.[image:1…

Bill Would Remove Cannabis Possession As Grounds For Deportation

The Remove Marijuana from Deportable Offenses Act would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act so that possession of cannabis could no longer lead to the…

FBI Investigating Possible Public Corruption In Sacramento’s Cannabis Industry

Federal prosecutors have indicted four people for directing foreign funds into campaign donations and marijuana businesses, including two men who have ties to Trump’s personal…

Compassion Lives on in California as Governor Signs The Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act

The Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act has been signed into law, continuing a legacy of compassion. The post Compassion Lives on in California as…

Comprehensive Marijuana Legalization Bill Introduced in Pennsylvania

From home grow to commuting sentences for cannabis offenses to supporting local entrepreneurs, Pennsylvania’s most progressive legalization proposal to date has it all. The post…

Florida Man Calls Police to Report His Roommate For Stealing His Weed

Cops took to social media to post about the incident. The post Florida Man Calls Police to Report His Roommate For Stealing His Weed appeared…

Potential therapy to treat detrimental effects of marijuana

A new study using a preclinical animal model suggests that prenatal exposure to THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, makes the brain’s dopamine neurons (an…

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, October 15, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // FBI probing potential public corruption in California capital’s marijuana industry (Marijuana Business Daily) // California Governor Signs Marijuana Tax Fairness Bill But Vetoes Cannabis In Hospitals (Forbes) // Colorado marijuana regulators finalizing ban on certain additives in cannabis vape products […]

Chronicle AM: Scottish Political Party Calls for Drug Decriminalization, Cannabis Cafes in Alaska, More… (10/14/19)

California will see a batch of new marijuana-related laws, Scotland's largest political party calls for drug decriminalization, and more. Marijuana PolicyCalifornia Governor Signs Marijuana…

Researchers Study How to Treat Cannabis Addiction With More Cannabis

A pioneering study from University College London researchers has found that CBD extracts can help people quit or reduce their dependence on cannabis. The post…

Thailand To Host Inaugural World Ganja Festival in 2020

The World Ganja Festival will take place between January 29 and February 2 next year. The post Thailand To Host Inaugural World Ganja Festival in…

Nevada’s Governor Vows To Tighten Control Over The State’s Cannabis Marketplace

Governor Steve Sisolak criticized the Marijuana Enforcement Division’s lack of oversight concerning recreational and medical marijuana. The post Nevada’s Governor Vows To Tighten Control Over…

Kushy Punch Under Scrutiny For Allegedly Making Illegal Vape Cartridges

Agencies confiscated $21 million in what they say are illegal cannabis goods, including 7,200 vape cartridges. The post Kushy Punch Under Scrutiny For Allegedly Making…

High Times Bringing Cannabis Lounge to Jamaica’s Bright Side Festival

Get ready for the party of the year! The post High Times Bringing Cannabis Lounge to Jamaica’s Bright Side Festival appeared first on High Times.

Chronicle AM: Study Finds No Significant Crime Increase After Marijuana Legalization, More… (10/11/19)

A new study deflates one of the leading worries of marijuana legalization foes, the state of Texas abruptly quit taking medical marijuana dispensary applications, and…

Texas Suddenly Stops Issuing Permits For New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

The Texas Department of Public Safety abruptly suspended the permitting process just one week after launching it. The post Texas Suddenly Stops Issuing Permits For…

Vapers May No Longer Pay Less For Life Insurance Than Smokers

Prudential has announced that they will start to treat vapers the same way they treat smokers. The post Vapers May No Longer Pay Less For…

ACLU Sues Pennsylvania County To Allow Parolees, Probationers To Use Cannabis

Lebanon County prohibits those on parole or probation from using medical marijuana. The post ACLU Sues Pennsylvania County To Allow Parolees, Probationers To Use Cannabis…

Friday, October 11, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, October 11, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Rudy Giuliani’s Ukraine fixers indicted in US cannabis corruption scheme (Leafly) // California’s Massive Power Shut-Off Is Jeopardizing the State’s Weed Industry (Merry Jane) // Texas abruptly halts permitting process for new medical cannabis dispensaries (Texas Tribune) These headlines are […]

Chronicle AM: New Federal Opioid Tapering Guidelines Urge Docs to Go Slow, More… (10/10/19)

HHS comes out with new guidelines for physicians on tapering patients off opioids, marijuana social equity advocates keep the pressure on Congress, Tulsi Gabbard calls…

Victims Of Opioid Abuse To Help Decide How Much Purdue Pharma Should Pay

Four victims are part of a bankruptcy committee that is investigating Purdue Pharma. The post Victims Of Opioid Abuse To Help Decide How Much Purdue…

Judge Says Police Seizure Of 900 Pounds Of Marijuana Was Illegal

Minnesota judge throws out case after ruling that cops conducted an unconstitutional search. The post Judge Says Police Seizure Of 900 Pounds Of Marijuana Was…

School Districts Across The Country Are Filing A Lawsuit Against JUUL

The lawsuits by four U.S. school districts could spark a wave of litigation against JUUL seeking damages for the costs of combatting student vaping. The…

Mexican President Says Cannabis Legalization “Not On Our Agenda”

His comments are seemingly at odds with his own political party’s priorities. The post Mexican President Says Cannabis Legalization “Not On Our Agenda” appeared first…

New Sesame Street Character Has a Mom Battling Addiction

Elmo has a bright-green friend named Karli whose mom is struggling to overcome opioid addiction. The post New <i>Sesame Street</i> Character Has a Mom Battling…

Alaska Doctor, Nurse Practitioner Face Charges For Mass Opioid Distribution

Each are facing the possibility of a twenty-year sentence. The post Alaska Doctor, Nurse Practitioner Face Charges For Mass Opioid Distribution appeared first on High…

Thursday, October 10, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, October 10, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Washington state temporarily bans flavored marijuana vaping products targeting a third of top-selling MJ vapes (Marijuana Business Daily) // CBD the Cash Cow: Hemp Industry Expected to Top $23 Billion by 2023 (Merry Jane) // Farm to freezer: Why ‘fresh-frozen’ […]

Chronicle AM: UN Says US Airstrikes on Afghan Drug Labs Illegal, Killed Civilians, More… (10/9/19)

Two UN agencies report that US airstrikes on Afghan drug labs were illegal and killed civilians, a Michigan roadside drug testing pilot program has now…

California Medical Marijuana Bills Await Governor’s Signature

Senate Bill 305 would allow terminally ill patients in California to use medical cannabis in hospitals, while Senate Bill 34 would allow licensed dispensaries to…

Flight Attendants Union Wants The FAA To Ban All E-Cigarettes From Airplanes

FAA data shows that 265 thermal incidents involving lithium batteries carried as cargo or baggage have been recorded since 1991. The post Flight Attendants Union…

MedMen Backs Out Of Huge Deal To Buy PharmaCann

The deal was originally valued at $682 million. The post MedMen Backs Out Of Huge Deal To Buy PharmaCann appeared first on High Times.

Cannabis Advocacy Groups Bring 51-foot Inflated Joint To Congress

The massive inflatable joint displayed the words, “Congress, Pass the Joint!” The post Cannabis Advocacy Groups Bring 51-foot Inflated Joint To Congress appeared first on…

Wednesday, October 9, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, October 9, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // MedMen and PharmaCann terminate $682 million cannabis merger; MedMen CFO ousted (Marijuana Business Daily) // Citing ‘consistent failure,’ Aleafia nixes cannabis supply deal with Aphria (Marijuana Business Daily) // Montana temporarily bans flavored e-cigarettes (CT Post (AP)) These headlines are […]

Chronicle AM: Mexico Legal Pot Vote Coming This Month, MA Governor Pushes High Driving Bill, More… (10/8/19)

Mexico is moving rapidly toward marijuana legalization, Scotland's largest political party is set to embrace drug decriminalization, and more. Marijuana PolicyMassachusetts Governor, Cops Push…

Over Two Dozen Medical Cannabis Growers in Pennsylvania Unionize

The employees of Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Solutions are now unionized! The post Over Two Dozen Medical Cannabis Growers in Pennsylvania Unionize appeared first on High…

Utah School District Installs Vape Detectors in Bathrooms

Utah school districts are shelling out a lot of cash to install anti-vape detectors. The post Utah School District Installs Vape Detectors in Bathrooms appeared…