ABCA Closes 42nd Unlicensed Cannabis Retailer in Washington D.C.
The Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration’s (ABCA) Enforcement Division, along with officers from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), recently shut…
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Warren City Council Approves Recreational Cannabis Shops
The Warren City Council has taken a significant step forward by voting to allow recreational cannabis businesses to operate in…
Governor Youngkin Vetoes Retail Cannabis Legislation in Virginia
Governor Glenn Youngkin has once again vetoed legislation aimed at creating a legal retail market for recreational cannabis in Virginia.…
Minnesota Advances Cannabis Shop Regulations for Final Approval
Minnesota is making progress toward expanding cannabis retail as the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has submitted new rules for…
Medical Cannabis Firms Invest Heavily in Pennsylvania’s Legalization Debate
In 2024, pro-cannabis interests invested at least $1.6 million to lobby the Pennsylvania legislature as lawmakers considered a legalization plan…
Connecticut Officials Apologize for Retaliatory Inspection of Cannabis Grower
Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) issued an apology for conducting what seemed to be a retaliatory inspection of a…
Virginia Governor Vetoes Bill to Legalize Retail Cannabis Sales
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) has vetoed a bill to legalize retail cannabis sales, marking a repeat of his actions…
Minnesota’s Roadside Cannabis Testing Pilot Reveals Key Insights
Minnesota is considering widespread roadside drug testing following a successful pilot program, despite concerns about its limitations. The Minnesota Department…
Ohio Lawmakers Face Criticism from Cannabis Advocates Over Proposed Recreational Law Changes
Ohio lawmakers are moving forward with attempts to modify the state’s recreational cannabis laws, which were established through a voter…
Elton John Criticizes U.S. Marijuana Legalization as ‘One of the Greatest Mistakes’
Elton John has expressed strong opposition to marijuana legalization in the United States, calling it “one of the greatest mistakes…