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Chronicle AM: Pot Banking Bill Gets Senate Hearing, Juneau OKs On-Site Pot Consumption, More… (7/24/19)
A marijuana banking bill gets a Senate committee hearing, a new poll finds pot is popular progressive policy plank, Juneau approves on-site marijuana consumption, and…
Marijuana Still Has Momentum in 2019 [FEATURE]
At the beginning of 2019, hopes were high that as many as four or five states would legalize marijuana through the legislative process this year.…
Circle K’s Parent Company Invests in Canadian Cannabis Retailer Fire & Flower
Fire & Flower is the second cannabis company to attract the attention of Circle K’s owner this year. The post Circle K’s Parent Company Invests…
Scientists Find Cannabis Compound More Effective Than Aspirin for Pain Relief
The recent discovery of how cannabis plants synthesize them could transform how we treat pain. The post Scientists Find Cannabis Compound More Effective Than Aspirin…
Texas School District To Start Drug-Testing Students Starting in 7th Grade
The policy change flaunts evidence that extracurricular activities can prevent drug use. The post Texas School District To Start Drug-Testing Students Starting in 7th Grade…
SUM Microdose Tablets Expands Into California Cannabis Market
Good news for those who love to microdose! The post SUM Microdose Tablets Expands Into California Cannabis Market appeared first on High Times.
Wednesday, July 24, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Senate Hearing Represents A Step Toward Providing Marijuana Banking Access (Marijuana Moment) // FDA Warns Curaleaf about CBD Marketing Claims (New Cannabis Ventures) // Juneau Assembly OKs onsite pot smoking (Peninsula Clarion) Today’s headlines are brought to you by our […]
Chronicle AM: Biden Criminal Justice Plan, Kamala Harris Pot Bill, Vancouver Call for Safe Drug Supply, More… (7/23/19)
Democratic presidential contenders stake out marijuana and criminal justice positions, a North Dakota legalization initiative is approved for signature-gathering, Vancouver wants a safe drug supply…
Key Takeaways from Today’s Hearing on the SAFE Banking Act
Here’s what was said at today’s Senate hearing. The post Key Takeaways from Today’s Hearing on the SAFE Banking Act appeared first on High Times.
Private Clinic Prescribing Cannabis to Children to Open in London
The clinic is groundbreaking in the United Kingdom, where medical cannabis is most often unattainable. The post Private Clinic Prescribing Cannabis to Children to Open…
Columbus Lawmakers Vote in Favor of Reducing Penalties for Marijuana Possession
After a public hearing, Columbus City Council voted to reduce possession penalties and support efforts to seal prior convictions. The post Columbus Lawmakers Vote in…
Kamala Harris, Jerry Nadler Announce Comprehensive Marijuana Reform Bill
Expungement, housing discrimination, and POC justice are all addressed by the proposed MORE Act. The post Kamala Harris, Jerry Nadler Announce Comprehensive Marijuana Reform Bill…
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, July 23, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Top Congressional Chairman And Presidential Candidate File Marijuana Legalization Bills (Forbes) // Mark Kleiman, who changed the way we think about crime and drugs, has died at 68 (Vox) // Leading Legalization Group Unveils Report On Marijuana Policy Wins In […]
Chronicle AM: VA Pot Arrests at Record High, Brazil Guts Drug Council, Mark Kleiman RIP, More… (7/22/19)
A leading academic voice on drug and criminal justice policy has left us, skyhigh Virginia pot arrests prompt calls for reform, Brazil's rightist government moves…
Thai Lawmakers Reportedly Pushing for Medical Marijuana Research
After becoming the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize medical cannabis, Thailand is moving swiftly to build its medical cannabis industry. The post Thai Lawmakers…
[Updated] Synthetic Weed Found in Alabama Prison Lands K9 in Hospital
Sadly, Jake the dog did not survive. The post [Updated] Synthetic Weed Found in Alabama Prison Lands K9 in Hospital appeared first on High Times.
Iconic Counterculture Author and Activist Paul Krassner Dies at 87
Our condolences to the family and friends of Paul Krassner. The post Iconic Counterculture Author and Activist Paul Krassner Dies at 87 appeared first on…
High Times Teams Up With APCO MED For Oklahoma Cannabis Cup
The Oklahoma Cannabis Cup is going to be lit! The post High Times Teams Up With APCO MED For Oklahoma Cannabis Cup appeared first on…
Monday, July 22, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Monday, July 22, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Utah Licenses 8 Companies to Grow Medical Marijuana (Leafly) // Pot being sold on sidewalk outside shuttered illegal dispensary (Toronto Star) // In legalizing marijuana, Canada did everything differently. Here’s what we can learn (Boston Globe) These headlines are brought […]
More women using cannabis daily before and during pregnancy, research finds
The number of women using cannabis in the year before they get pregnant and early in their pregnancies is increasing, and their frequency of use…
Chronicle AM: First Step Sentence Cut Prisoners Walk Free, Drug Czar Touts OD Decline, More… (7/19/19)
More than 2,000 federal drug prisoners walk free today under First Step Act reforms, the drug czar touts [declining drug overdose numbers and blames Obama,…
Florida’s Largest Police Force Stops Detaining People Over Pot Smell
Hemp is legal in Florida, and that’s making it harder for police to stop and search people for suspected marijuana possession. The post Florida’s Largest…
Friday, July 19, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, July 19, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Washington state offers up cannabis traceability ‘workaround’ in wake of software release problems (Marijuana Business Daily) // Oklahoma medical cannabis businesses prepare for ‘necessary’ rules that will up compliance costs (Marijuana Business Daily) // Michigan cuts marijuana licensing fees in […]
Chronicle AM: CDC Says Drug ODs Declined Last Year, El Chapo Gets Life in Prison, More… (7/18/19)
The CDC reports that the overdose crisis may have peaked in 2017, El Chapo is sentenced to life in prison for exporting tons of cocaine…
Ohio Lawmakers Advance Measure to Legalize Hemp Farming and CBD Oil
If the governor signs the bill, the law will go into effect immediately. The post Ohio Lawmakers Advance Measure to Legalize Hemp Farming and CBD…
Michigan Announces Cannabis Social Equity Program in 19 Communities
Individuals will be eligible for licensing fee discounts, educational resources, and more. The post Michigan Announces Cannabis Social Equity Program in 19 Communities appeared first…
Federal Agents Question Missouri Officials Over Medical Marijuana Program
It was described as “a very friendly, casual conversation.” The post Federal Agents Question Missouri Officials Over Medical Marijuana Program appeared first on High Times.
Thursday, July 18, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, July 18, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // U.S. Weed Leader Curaleaf Surges on $875 Million Deal (Bloomberg) // ‘Breakdown’ in Washington state traceability system update costs cannabis businesses thousands (Marijuana Business Daily) // Utah drops residency restriction for medical cannabis growers (Marijuana Business Daily) Today’s headlines are […]
Legalized recreational marijuana a substitute for alcohol, but not tobacco
The recent wave of recreational cannabis legalization across the US could generate $22 billion in sales per year, but not everyone is happy about it.…
Chronicle AM: Senate Committee to Take Up Pot Banking Bill, Berkeley Psychedelic Decrim Push, More… (7/17/19)
In a sign of marijuana's momentum, a Senate committee will take up a pot banking bill next week, Ohio backs away from barring drug felons…
Oregon's Pot Glut: Great for Consumers, Not So Much for Producers [FEATURE]
Drivers heading north on I-5 in southern Oregon not only enjoy the region's towering mountains and evergreen forests, they are also treated to the occasional…
Notorious Drug Kingpin ‘El Chapo’ Sentenced to Life in Prison
He maintains that he was not given a fair trial. The post Notorious Drug Kingpin ‘El Chapo’ Sentenced to Life in Prison appeared first on…
Marijuana use may not make parents more 'chill'
Sorry, marijuana moms and dads: Using pot may not make you a more relaxed parent, at least when it comes to how you discipline your…
Senate Schedules Hearing on Cannabis Banking Bill
The SAFE Act will the subject of an upcoming Senate hearing. The post Senate Schedules Hearing on Cannabis Banking Bill appeared first on High Times.
West Hollywood Set To Get “First of Its Kind” Cannabis Café
Celeb cannabis chef Andrea Drummer will build menu — but not all neighbors are thrilled. The post West Hollywood Set To Get “First of Its…
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, July 17, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Cannabis banking reform secures landmark US Senate panel hearing (Marijuana Business Daily) // 235,000 Michiganders could have marijuana record cleared under new bill (Detroit Free Press) // In California’s Cannabis War, Civil Is the New Criminal (Leafly) Today’s headlines are […]
Chronicle AM: MI Pot Expungement Bill Filed, Sri Lanka President Blames Drug Gangs for Terror Attacks, More… (7/16/19)
Columbus, Ohio, is moving to decriminalize up to seven ounces of weed, an expungement bill could clear the records of 235,000 Michigan pot offenders, Sri…
Columbus, Ohio May Significantly Reduce Penalties for Marijuana Possession
Under the proposed policy change, possession of up to 200 grams of cannabis will only be punished with a fine. The post Columbus, Ohio May…
New Jersey Opens Major Expansion of Medical Marijuana Program
New Jersey continues to broaden the scope of its nearly decade-old medical marijuana program. The post New Jersey Opens Major Expansion of Medical Marijuana Program…
Cannabis treatment counters addiction: First study of its kind
An Australian study has demonstrated that cannabis-based medication helps tackle dependency on cannabis, one of the most widely used drugs globally. A new article provides…