Medical marijuana reclassification is now federal policy for licensed state medical products, changing taxes and research while adult-use cannabis stays outside the shift. In cannabis politics, “immediate” usually arrives after a hearing notice, a stack
Annual medical cannabis training and agent ID cards are now required for all employees working in licensed cannabis businesses across the territory. Every employee of a licensed cannabis business must now complete annual responsible vendor
Virginia lawmakers oppose Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s cannabis amendments, citing higher taxes, harsher penalties and risks to the legal market. Virginia lawmakers who authored legislation to create a regulated adult-use cannabis market are pushing back against
How D.C.’s cannabis beverages plan would let breweries and distilleries produce alcohol-free THC drinks for the city’s medical market Washington, D.C., is not trying to turn every bar fridge into a THC cooler. At least
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told Joe Rogan the administration is eager to expand access, especially for veterans, but the legal and regulatory path remains unclear. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. did on a wildly
Hemp THC drinks are gaining ground against alcohol as consumers seek low-dose alternatives, raising new questions about cannabis access and regulation. The alcohol industry is facing an unexpected competitor, and it comes in a can.
Harold & Kumar return in a bold reboot that blends classic stoner comedy with fresh cultural relevance for a new generation. The stoner comedy, as a genre, occupies a peculiar cultural sweet spot. Equal parts
Meta’s uneven cannabis content moderation stifles legal industry voices while allowing sensational sex and violence to thrive online. Meta’s platforms (Facebook, Instagram and Threads) have long promised openness, yet in practice they enforce a strict
Oregon’s psilocybin therapy access lawsuit challenges restrictions on home treatment, raising national questions about disability rights, medical equity, and drug policy. Oregon’s bold experiment with psilocybin therapy – legalized in 2020 by Measure 109 –
Minnesota ends harsh penalties for bong water possession, marking a pivotal shift toward more rational and equitable drug policy. For years, Minnesota’s so-called “bong water law” served as a punchline to outsiders and a policy
Ongoing disputes over community impact fees in Massachusetts highlight regulatory gaps, threatening equity goals and straining cannabis industry sustainability. The High Cost of Compliance in a Low-Margin Market Massachusetts cannabis operators are facing a slow-burning
Just Say Know? The DEA Meme Campaign and the Politics of Cannabis Prevention. During National Prevention Week 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration launched a cannabis prevention campaign that’s difficult to take seriously and harder still