New Mexico launches cannabis sales, within Texans' reach
New Mexico is making the sale of up to 2 ounces of recreational marijuana legal, bringing legalization to the doorstep of Texas, the largest prohibition state.
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Mississippi becomes the 37th state to legalize medical marijuana
Mississippi voters approved a medical marijuana initiative in November 2020 but the state Supreme Court invalidated it six months later, ruling the measure was not put properly on the ballot.
Hey Washingtonians! Get A Vaccine. Smoke A Joint.
In Washington, adults can now walk away from their COVID-19 vaccine appointment with a free, pre-rolled joint. Other states are also offering incentives to try to convince people to get the shot.
After 50 Years, U.S. Opens The Door To More Cannabis Crops For Scientists
Until recently, plants from only one U.S. facility were approved for use in research. Adding new suppliers will accelerate understanding of cannabis' health effects and possible therapeutic uses.
Police Find 1st 'Cannabis Factory' In London's Financial District, Destroy 826 Plants
Growers likely took advantage of less-populated streets due to the coronavirus pandemic, police say. But the reduction in city traffic also made the cannabis plants' pungent odor more noticeable.
U.N. Commission Removes Cannabis From Its Most Strict Drug Control List
The vote follows World Health Organization guidance saying that due to cannabis' therapeutic use and other factors, it "is not consistent with the criteria" for a Schedule IV drug.
A PBR Seltzer Spiked With THC Hits Shelves, Aiming At The 'Canna-Curious'
While a THC seltzer may seem like a niche product, it's actually part of a larger pattern, as big companies try to learn more about a part of the cannabis market that could see explosive growth.
'Illegal To Essential': How The Coronavirus Is Boosting The Legal Cannabis Industry
More than 20 states designated marijuana businesses essential during the coronavirus shutdown. Cannabis activists say it's a remarkable development, given that it remains illegal under federal law.
LA County DA Moves To Dismiss 66,000 Marijuana-Related Convictions
"We believe it is the largest effort in California to wipe out old criminal convictions in a single court motion," District Attorney Jackie Lacey said.
Some States With Legal Weed Embrace Vaping Bans, Warn Of Black Market Risks
Many cases of vaping-related injury seem to involve THC, health officials say. That's led some states to take another look at the safety of the regulated cannabis market, as well as the black market.