“This program is dying. The numbers tell us this.” By Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal Ohio senators are trying once more to overhaul the state’s medical marijuana system. That effort stalled out last session after passing the Senate. Meanwhile, the bid to place adult, recreational use on the ballot hasContinue Reading
A bill to legalize marijuana in Minnesota advanced through its seventh House committee on Tuesday, just two days after the Senate companion was approved in its fourth panel in the chamber. The measure from Rep. Zack Stephenson (D) is about halfway through its committee process in the House, and nowContinue Reading
Five things businesses should know about the Maryland Recreational Cannabis bill Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 The first major bill outlining what the recreational cannabis market in Maryland might look like was introduced in the General Assembly on Friday. The 88-page bill goes into detail about most elements ofContinue Reading
Dallas could legalize Recreational Cannabis use under House Bill 1937 Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 Rep Jessica González, a Dallas Democrat, filed a bill this week that would allow counties and cities to legalize the recreational use of cannabis for adults. Under González’s House Bill 1937, adults 21 andContinue Reading
Cannabis dispensary wants to open at former CVS Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 Forest Park could make decision by end of month. A cannabis dispensary is looking to set up shop at the former Forest Park CVS store at 7216 Circle Ave., near the three-way Oak Park/Forest Park/River ForestContinue Reading
California lawmaker introduces Cannabis Cafe bill Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 A California lawmaker has introduced legislation to permit the state’s licensed cannabis consumption lounges to serve freshly prepared food and drink and host live events. A California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow the state’s licensedContinue Reading
Cannabis in Sports: how it can help or harm Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 Although numerous fitness enthusiasts and athletes consume marijuana, there are questions about its benefits and side effects. Does smoking weed affect cardio, weightlifting, and other exercises? Can the herb improve your capability? Using cannabis hasContinue Reading
Cannabis industry reacts to Court Ruling Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 Local marijuana businesses are offering their thoughts and suggestions following a ruling by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe last week that could impact the roll-out of the cannabis industry in Western New York. Sharpe’s ruling upheld his previousContinue Reading
2022 Cannabis in review and 2023 opportunity outlook Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 The cannabis industry – both domestic and international in scope, and comprised of two substantial subsectors: marijuana and hemp – started last year off strong. Namely, with a splash of high-profile M&A activity in January andContinue Reading
Huge Red Flag for the Cannabis Industry Image Cannabis News February 8, 2023 Cannabis companies are learning the perils of trying to grow too aggressively. Cannabis companies used to be focused solely on growth at all costs. But that’s not the case anymore. Investors are growing weary of businesses thatContinue Reading
