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420 with CNW — Maine Sounds Alarm on Illicit Marijuana Linked to Chinese Gangs

April 26, 2024 4:20pm

Maine is becoming the new hub for the illegal cannabis trade, with numerous unlicensed cultivation houses scattered across the state, according to a recent investigation conducted by CBS News. This trend mirrors a broader phenomenon unfolding countrywide, with illegal cannabis farms sprouting up in various states, such as Colorado, Oklahoma and California, as highlighted by … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Maine Sounds Alarm on Illicit Marijuana Linked to Chinese Gangs”

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A Decade Later, Colorado Voter Support for Cannabis Legalization Keeps Growing

April 26, 2024 10:00am

New surveys show that more than 10 years after voters in Colorado passed a ballot initiative making it the first state in America to legalize adult-use cannabis sales, voters don’t regret their decision. Results from one poll conducted by the Colorado Polling Institute show that about 67% of registered voters saw the reform as a … Continue reading “A Decade Later, Colorado Voter Support for Cannabis Legalization Keeps Growing”

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420 with CNW — Study Enumerates Therapeutic Effects, Quality of Life Benefits of Medical Cannabis

April 25, 2024 4:20pm

A recent publication in the “Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoids Journal,” authored by LECOM in collaboration with AYR Wellness (AYR), delves into the effects of medically approved cannabis on patients’ mental, social and physical well-being. The study showed that patients experienced notable enhancements across these domains, including increased energy levels, within the initial 30 days of … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Enumerates Therapeutic Effects, Quality of Life Benefits of Medical Cannabis”

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420 with CNW — Cannabis Taxes Are Underperforming Expectations in Several States

April 24, 2024 4:20pm

Approximately one-half of the U.S. population resides in states where recreational cannabis is legally accessible. Furthermore, 11 additional states, including Florida and Wisconsin, are contemplating legalization this year. One of the primary arguments for the legalization of cannabis is the potential for increased state tax income. However, the amount of revenue generated depends on the … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Cannabis Taxes Are Underperforming Expectations in Several States”

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420 with CNW — California Authorities Seize Illicit Cannabis Worth $53M

April 23, 2024 4:20pm

California authorities recently conducted a comprehensive operation aimed at dismantling illegal marijuana operations across the state, seizing more than $53 million worth of illicit cannabis between Jan. 1, 2024, and March 31, 2024. The crackdown spearheaded by the state’s governor’s office targeted search warrants in various counties, including eight in Orange, one in San Joaquin, … Continue reading “420 with CNW — California Authorities Seize Illicit Cannabis Worth $53M”

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420 with CNW — FDA Boss Says DEA Doesn’t Have Reason to Delay Cannabis Rescheduling

April 22, 2024 4:20pm

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) director Robert Califf noted before a House committee on April 11, 2024, that there is no justification for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to postpone making the much-anticipated decision to move cannabis from Schedule I to III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). However, Califf suggested that the … Continue reading “420 with CNW — FDA Boss Says DEA Doesn’t Have Reason to Delay Cannabis Rescheduling”

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420 with CNW — Report Shows the US Cannabis Industry Now Employs 440,000 Full-Time

April 19, 2024 4:20pm

A recent yearly report on marijuana sector employment in the United States reveals a nearly 5% increase in full-time cannabis jobs over the past year, marking a turnaround from the approximately 2% decline compared to 2022. Despite this increase, it represents the smallest annual growth since 2017. According to the report by Vangst, a Colorado-based … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Report Shows the US Cannabis Industry Now Employs 440,000 Full-Time”

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420 with CNW — Why the UK Needs to Consider Decriminalizing Cannabis As Germany Just Did

April 18, 2024 4:20pm

Germany recently passed a new law that decriminalizes marijuana possession and cultivation for personal use, permitting individuals over the age of 18 to possess up to 25 grams of marijuana and cultivate up to three plants for personal use. Beginning in July 2024, German citizens can also join cannabis grower’s associations or not-for-profit social clubs … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Why the UK Needs to Consider Decriminalizing Cannabis As Germany Just Did”

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420 with CNW — Marijuana Biopharmaceutical Company Takes DEA to Court for Hindering its Cultivation Plans

April 17, 2024 4:20pm

In a fresh lawsuit brought against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), MMJ BioPharma Cultivation, a marijuana company based in Rhode Island, is seeking to halt an administrative law judge’s review of its application to produce cannabis for research. The lawsuit contends that DEA director Anne Milgram unlawfully … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana Biopharmaceutical Company Takes DEA to Court for Hindering its Cultivation Plans”

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420 with CNW — With More MSOs Joining Recreational Marijuana Campaign in Florida, Funding Now Exceeds $55 Million

April 16, 2024 4:20pm

Florida is witnessing a surge in momentum as it gears up for what is anticipated to be the costliest recreational cannabis legalization campaign in American history. Led by Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF), based in Tallahassee, the campaign is attracting support from six other multistate cannabis operators (MOS), marking a significant expansion in … Continue reading “420 with CNW — With More MSOs Joining Recreational Marijuana Campaign in Florida, Funding Now Exceeds $55 Million”

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420 with CNW — DOJ Court Filing Asserts That Cannabis Supports Tourism Industry

April 15, 2024 4:20pm

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is once again urging a federal court to reject a lawsuit filed by prominent cannabis companies aiming to halt the enforcement of federal laws against marijuana activities permitted by states. According to the government, the legalization of cannabis encourages tourism across state lines, giving it the constitutional authority to … Continue reading “420 with CNW — DOJ Court Filing Asserts That Cannabis Supports Tourism Industry”

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420 with CNW — New Study Shows Teen Cannabis Use in Washington State Has Dropped After Legalization

April 12, 2024 4:20pm

Recently published data from a survey conducted in Washington State among teenagers and adolescents indicates a decline in both past-one-month and lifetime use of cannabis in the past few years, with notable decreases that have persisted through 2023. The findings suggest that the perceived accessibility of marijuana among minors has typically decreased since the state … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New Study Shows Teen Cannabis Use in Washington State Has Dropped After Legalization”

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420 with CNW — Colombian Marijuana Exports Exceed $10M as Authorities Double Shelf-Life Limit

April 11, 2024 4:20pm

In the past year, Colombia’s export of medical marijuana has continued its upward trajectory, although it hasn’t reached the anticipated heights yet. According to data from ProColombia, a governmental body promoting alternative Colombian trade, medical marijuana exports from the country reached a value of $10.8 million in 2023. This marks an 11.3% increase compared to … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Colombian Marijuana Exports Exceed $10M as Authorities Double Shelf-Life Limit”

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420 with CNW — Florida’s Highest Court Greenlights Adult-Use Marijuana Ballot Measure

April 10, 2024 4:20pm

Florida’s Supreme Court rendered a ruling on April 1, 2024, permitting an initiative aiming to legalize recreational cannabis to be included on the state’s November ballot. Two justices dissented from the measure, while five justices were in support of it. The proposed measure would allow anybody who is 21 years of age or older to … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Florida’s Highest Court Greenlights Adult-Use Marijuana Ballot Measure”

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