Report: Scottsdale approves measure that imposes restrictions on recreational marijuana

The City of Scottsdale approved new restrictions on marijuana, on the same day a ballot proposition that legalized marijuana in Arizona was certified as law by Gov. Doug Ducey.

Majority of Arizona counties to drop marijuana-related charges

Most Arizona county attorneys said they were either immediately dropping existing marijuana-related cases or planning to drop them when Proposition 207 goes into effect.

Across party lines, Americans embrace marijuana legalization in 2020 election

Recreational marijuana initiatives passed in four states this year, from liberal New Jersey to conservative Montana and South Dakota. The results prove how broadly accepted marijuana has become.

Arizona approves Prop 207 recreational pot and Prop 208 schools tax hike

Arizona has joined other states across the nation that have legalized recreational marijuana, and a ballot measure that will raise taxes on the wealthy to fund K-12 education is also projected to pass by the Associated Press.

Prop 207: Arizona voters to decide on legalizing marijuana on Nov. 3

Proposition 207 would let people 21 and older possess up to an ounce of marijuana or a smaller quantity of “concentrates” such as hashish, allow for the sale of recreational marijuana at licensed retailers and for people to grow their own plants.

Election could stoke US marijuana market, sway Congress

Proposition 207 in Arizona would let people possess up to an ounce or a smaller quantity of concentrates, allow for sales at licensed retailers and for people to grow their own plants.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints opposes marijuana legalization in Arizona

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has voiced its opposition to a ballot initiative in Arizona that will legalize the use of recreational marijuana in the state.

Study: THC in marijuana could help avert fatal COVID-19 complications

Researchers at the University of South Carolina believe THC, the most potent chemical found in marijuana, could help avert some fatal complications seen in COVID-19 patients.

Weed vending machines pop up in Colorado

Coloradans who are concerned about the coronavirus pandemic can now purchase marijuana through a contactless weed vending machine at certain dispensaries.

Sec. of State certifies marijuana measure for Arizona ballot

Arizona's top elections official has certified that supporters of an initiative measure to legalize recreational marijuana collected enough valid petition signatures to put the proposal on the state's November ballot.

Marijuana legalization on Arizona's November ballot, but not before heading to court

Arizonans will get a chance to vote to legalize marijuana in November, but not before heading to court after a health group says the initiative had a misleading description when gathering signatures to get it on the ballot.

Group submits ballot initiative to legalize marijuana in Arizona

Smart and Safe Arizona plans to file its petition on July 1 to get the initiative on the November ballot. The group says it has more than 400,000 signatures on its petition.

Medical marijuana doctor makes a case for why telehealth should be an option

Medical marijuana telehealth might not seem like a perfect match right away, but when you consider that a number of patients are in a high risk category for having a bad coronavirus outcome, medical marijuana doctors would at least like the option for telehealth.

LA cannabis businesses deemed essential during pandemic

Among the Los Angeles businesses deemed essential and urged to remain open are those with city permits to sell cannabis, authorities said.