DEA sued again over limiting marijuana research for years
The Scottsdale Research Institute (SRI) is suing the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) again over the agency’s stalling of the expansion … Continue Reading
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Marijuana legalization could help states recover financially after COVID-19 pandemic
The economic toll of the coronavirus outbreak could lead to more U.S. states legalizing recreational marijuana, according to analysts at … Continue Reading
Edibles might be better alternative to smoking during COVID-19 pandemic
Experts are warning of the dangers of smoking in light of the novel coronavirus pandemic, which has infected over 400,000 … Continue Reading
Dispensaries declared “essential” businesses in LA County
In an effort to curb the spreading of the coronavirus, officials in Los Angeles County issued a “safer at home” … Continue Reading
Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes urge California officials to permit digital signatures for weed initiative
With COVID-19 causing major disruptions for people and economies across the globe, director Kevin Smith and actor Jason Mewes are … Continue Reading
People stockpiling marijuana as coronavirus pandemic prompts lockdowns
As countries across the globe enter lockdowns over the coronavirus pandemic, medical marijuana patients and recreational users are stocking up … Continue Reading
Medical marijuana has measurable success in fight against opioids
The assumption that medical marijuana will one day be a “cure” for the opioid crisis is becoming reality as more … Continue Reading
Trump’s new pick for chief of staff is vocal opponent of marijuana legalization
Following weeks of speculation, U.S. President Donald Trump finally replaced his acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney, whose comments on … Continue Reading
FDA still “evaluating” CBD policy, agency tells Congress in new report
In a new report sent to Congress this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that it is … Continue Reading
Florida senators to debate capping THC levels in medical marijuana at 10%
Senators in Florida will debate an amendment to cap the THC content in medical marijuana products at 10% after a … Continue Reading