Arizona woman who won social equity license set to open dispensary as father serves 18-year marijuana sentence
Alicia Deals is set to open a marijuana dispensary, using one of the 26 social equity licenses that were issued following the passage of Proposition 207. What makes this story rather ironic is that Alicia's father is in prison for doing the exact same thing that Alicia is now doing legally.
Alicia Deals is set to open a marijuana dispensary, using one of the 26 social equity licenses that were issued following the passage of Proposition 207. What makes this story rather ironic is that Alicia's father is in prison for doing the exact same thing that Alicia is now doing legally.
NCAA panel recommends marijuana be dropped from banned substance list
The Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports recommended halting cannabis tests at such events until a final decision is made, likely this fall.
The Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports recommended halting cannabis tests at such events until a final decision is made, likely this fall.
Mailman federally charged with delivering marijuana on assigned route
Court documents revealed the packages were shipped from several California cities to South Carolina in 2022.
Court documents revealed the packages were shipped from several California cities to South Carolina in 2022.
Old Arizona mine turned into cannabis cultivation facility
Seventy-five people work here, plus the town has set up a committee to attract more business and breathe new life into the once-dying town of San Manuel.
Seventy-five people work here, plus the town has set up a committee to attract more business and breathe new life into the once-dying town of San Manuel.
Marijuana products recalled in Arizona for possible mold contamination
The Arizona Dept. of Health Services says two strains produced by TRU Infusion - Zombie Cookies and Peach Gas - are being recalled after samples tested positive for Aspergillus.
The Arizona Dept. of Health Services says two strains produced by TRU Infusion - Zombie Cookies and Peach Gas - are being recalled after samples tested positive for Aspergillus.
Bill allowing Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés passes California Assembly
A State Assembly bill that would allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés where customers would be permitted to consume the tranquilizing herb onsite, received broad partisan support on Wednesday, passing the assembly 64-9.
A State Assembly bill that would allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés where customers would be permitted to consume the tranquilizing herb onsite, received broad partisan support on Wednesday, passing the assembly 64-9.
Arizona Court of Appeals: Marijuana expungement upheld
Arizonans convicted of having small amounts of marijuana for sale can now have their criminal records expunged. That ruling came down on May 30 by the Arizona Court of Appeals. The court says people with personal amounts of the drug found guilty of "possessing marijuana for sale" are eligible for expungement under Prop 207, passed by Arizona voters in 2020.
Arizonans convicted of having small amounts of marijuana for sale can now have their criminal records expunged. That ruling came down on May 30 by the Arizona Court of Appeals. The court says people with personal amounts of the drug found guilty of "possessing marijuana for sale" are eligible for expungement under Prop 207, passed by Arizona voters in 2020.
Marijuana legalization: Gov. Walz signs Minnesota cannabis bill into law
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law making recreational marijuana legal in Minnesota, with the state becoming the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis.
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law making recreational marijuana legal in Minnesota, with the state becoming the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis.
Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints are posing hazards for dogs
Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.
Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.
Man crashes truck trying to light marijuana on 'weed day'
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Pennsylvania police department offering bag of Doritos to 'check your product' on 4/20
People who turn in their dealers can also claim a free family-size bag of Doritos, according to the department.
People who turn in their dealers can also claim a free family-size bag of Doritos, according to the department.
How 4/20 became a pot holiday - and call to action
Some claimed 420 referred to a police code for marijuana possession or that it arose from Bob Dylan’s “Rainy Day Women No. 12 & 35," with its refrain of “Everybody must get stoned" — 420 being the product of 12 times 35.
Some claimed 420 referred to a police code for marijuana possession or that it arose from Bob Dylan’s “Rainy Day Women No. 12 & 35," with its refrain of “Everybody must get stoned" — 420 being the product of 12 times 35.
Americans are reportedly spending more money on cannabis than chocolate
Sales of legal pot are expected to climb to nearly $57 billion by 2028.
Sales of legal pot are expected to climb to nearly $57 billion by 2028.
AZDHS: Retesting done for marijuana products under voluntary recall
Officials with the Arizona Department of Health Services say they have new test results for marijuana products affected by a voluntary recall that the agency announced in March.
Officials with the Arizona Department of Health Services say they have new test results for marijuana products affected by a voluntary recall that the agency announced in March.
Phoenix city officials inspecting 2 marijuana facilities amid complaints over strong smell
Officials with the City of Phoenix say they are in the process of inspecting two marijuana facilities due to complaints about odor in the area.
Officials with the City of Phoenix say they are in the process of inspecting two marijuana facilities due to complaints about odor in the area.
Wrestling legend Ric Flair launches new cannabis company: Edibles changed my life
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
Certain marijuana products under voluntary recall in Arizona due to potential contamination: AZDHS
Officials with the Arizona Department of Health Services have announced a voluntary recall involving a number of marijuana products sold in Arizona, due to potential contamination worries. Here's what you should know about the recall.
Officials with the Arizona Department of Health Services have announced a voluntary recall involving a number of marijuana products sold in Arizona, due to potential contamination worries. Here's what you should know about the recall.
Oklahomans vote 'no' on recreational marijuana
Oklahoma voters have rejected a state question to allow recreational use of marijuana.
Oklahoma voters have rejected a state question to allow recreational use of marijuana.
FDA declines to regulate CBD as foods, supplements; calls on Congress for fix
Despite a massive and growing market, the FDA said there’s not enough evidence about CBD to confirm that it's safe for use in foods or as a dietary supplement.
Despite a massive and growing market, the FDA said there’s not enough evidence about CBD to confirm that it's safe for use in foods or as a dietary supplement.
Flavored cannabis marketing is criticized for targeting kids
As cannabis shops proliferate, concerns are growing over the packaging and marketing of flavored cannabis that critics say could entice children to partake of products labeled “mad mango,” “loud lemon” and “peach dream.”
As cannabis shops proliferate, concerns are growing over the packaging and marketing of flavored cannabis that critics say could entice children to partake of products labeled “mad mango,” “loud lemon” and “peach dream.”