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Colorado cannabis sales top $126M in February 2017 amid federal uncertainty
In February 2017, licensed Colorado marijuana shops brought in nearly $126.1 million in sales; it's the ninth month in a row sales have topped $100 million. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Colorado cannabis sales top 6M in February 2017 amid federal uncertainty
Hundreds of Californians apply to advise state on future of cannabis industry
More than 600 people applied to be on California's first Cannabis Advisory Committee, as the state scrambles to come up with detailed industry regulations. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Hundreds of Californians apply to advise state on future of cannabis industry
Canadian marijuana businesses consolidating as they hedge bets on provincial regulations under legalization
As Canada is set to detail its plans for legalized recreational marijuana, the industry expects a rush of mergers as companies seek a national footprint. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Canadian marijuana businesses consolidating as they hedge bets on provincial...
Cannabis companies flock to Canada as US laws keep them off stock exchange
A growing list of entrepreneurs are capitalizing on the difference between The U.S. and Canada when it comes to marijuana. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Cannabis companies flock to Canada as US laws keep them off stock exchange
Opioid epidemic is FDA’s top priority, says Trump’s pick to head agency
Opioid painkiller addiction should be the highest priority of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, said Scott Gottlieb, Trump’s pick to lead the agency.
Hemp lawsuit in federal court alleges DEA overstepped on "extracts" rule
Lawyers representing the Hemp Industries Association and hemp businesses have filed an opening brief in a 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals case against the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Clock ticking for California to unify medical and recreational cannabis laws
California is one step closer to resolving tricky legal conflicts on its path to becoming the nation's largest marijuana economy. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Clock ticking for California to unify medical and recreational cannabis laws
Marijuana advocate Beto O'Rourke kicks off bid to unseat Cruz in Texas
Democratic Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke kicked off his Senatorial bid Friday, vowing an unscripted and unconventional campaign to catch voters' imagination. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Marijuana advocate Beto O'Rourke kicks off bid to unseat Cruz in Texas
Colorado ganjapreneur wants to expand cannabis pairing tours to other states
Philip Wolf, founder of Cultivating Spirits, which combines cannabis, food and wine tastings, wants to expand the business into California and Nevada. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Colorado ganjapreneur wants to expand cannabis pairing tours to other states
Since 2007, the DEA has taken $3.2 billion in cash from people without charging them with a crime
Using civil asset forfeiture, the Drug Enforcement Administration takes billions of dollars from people who are never charged, according to the Justice Department's Inspector General. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Since 2007, the DEA has taken .2 billion in cash...
Food & Weed: Extracts pro Nikolai Alfieri credits cannabis with boosting well-being
For Nikolai Alfieri, an Oregon-based cannabis extracts consultant, healthy food and weed have allowed him to mend his body and mind, and grow stronger. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Food & Weed: Extracts pro Nikolai Alfieri credits cannabis with boosting...
Eight of 16 people indicted in Colorado marijuana trafficking operation listed as having state pot licenses
Eight of the sixteen people indicted on charges they ran a massive illicit marijuana operation across the Denver metro area, which produced hundreds of pounds of pot each month, are listed in state records as having active or expired licenses to work in the pot...
California chef and 'ganjier' teaches cannabis appreciation to his diners
Holden Jagger is putting his own special twist on cannabis cuisine by developing menus that go great with a puff of marijuana. Read Full Article at: Cannabist California chef and 'ganjier' teaches cannabis appreciation to his diners
Who will be allowed to smoke medical marijuana in Arkansas, and where?
Arkansas lawmakers have given final legislative approval and sent to the governor a bill limiting where medical marijuana patients can smoke the drug. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Who will be allowed to smoke medical marijuana in Arkansas, and where?
With 34% growth in 2016, cannabis industry bullish, despite Sessions' comments
America's cannabis industry will continue growing at double-digit rates over the next four years, even with ambiguity emanating from the White House, according to a leading marijuana-research firm. Read Full Article at: Cannabist With 34% growth in 2016, cannabis...
In Alabama church, marijuana is part of spiritual and healing journey
The Oklevueha Church, founded in 2015, claims it has a legal exemption for its members to smoke marijuana and ingest hallucinogenic mushrooms and peyote. Read Full Article at: Cannabist In Alabama church, marijuana is part of spiritual and healing journey
Ohioans ask state to issue scarce marijuana cultivation licenses to residents only
Some Ohioans wanting to start a medical marijuana business are urging regulators to add a residency requirement for the state's few lucrative cultivator licenses. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Ohioans ask state to issue scarce marijuana cultivation licenses to...
Richard "Cheech" Marin still a rebel and marijuana advocate at 70
Richard "Cheech" Marin chose a life of comedy, propelled by sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. His memoir: "Cheech is Not My Real Name... But Don't Call Me Chong!" shares all. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Richard "Cheech" Marin still a rebel and marijuana...
At least 20 times this decade, marijuana SWAT raids turned deadly
Since 2010, at least 20 SWAT raids involving suspected marijuana dealers have led to the death of the suspect or police officer. Read Full Article at: Cannabist At least 20 times this decade, marijuana SWAT raids turned deadly
Nevada has legalized weed, but politicians still deciding where you'll be able to buy it
The Douglas County Planning Commission voted to ban the sale of marijuana throughout the county, a month after Henderson City Council passed a moratorium. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Nevada has legalized weed, but politicians still deciding where you'll be...