BUSINESS
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Delaware Receives FBI Code; Adult-Use Cannabis Sales ‘Partially’ a Go
by Tony Lange on May 6, 2025
The federal agency issued the state’s regulators a service code to perform background checks on applicants, but another legislative fix is still needed.
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Canopy Growth Expands Product Lineup in Canada’s Cannabis Market
by TipRanks Canadian Auto-Generated Newsdesk on May 6, 2025
Canopy Growth ( ($TSE:WEED) ) has shared an announcement. Canopy Growth has launched a series of new products in Canada’s adult-use cannabis market, focusing on hig...
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Teamsters: South Jersey cannabis workers unionizing in Mays Landing
by Joseph P. Smith, Cherry Hill Courier-Post on May 6, 2025
The dispensary, located along Black Horse Pike, is owned by the Cannabist Co., which has additionally facilities in South Jersey as well.
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Cannabis businesses use employee stock ownership to skirt 280E
by Margaret Jackson on May 6, 2025
Employee stock ownership plans are a financial tool that cannabis businesses in some states have been taking advantage of since about 2023,
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MS Band of Choctaw Indians could be selling cannabis on Tribal lands soon. What to know
by Ross Reily on May 6, 2025
MCBI is gauging interesting within its community on the idea
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Teamsters: South Jersey cannabis workers unionizing in Mays Landing
by Joseph P. Smith, Cherry Hill Courier-Post on May 6, 2025
The dispensary, located along Black Horse Pike, is owned by the Cannabist Co., which has additionally facilities in South Jersey as well.
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Trump Is Pushing to Supercharge the Marijuana Industry. 2 ‘Strong Buy’ Stocks to Buy
by Nauman Khan on May 6, 2025
Wall Street sees triple-digit upside in AAWH and CRLBF as regulatory momentum builds.
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Delaware receives FBI go-ahead to start marijuana industry fingerprint checks
by Sean Greene on May 6, 2025
Delaware's Marijuana Commissioner's office could begin federal fingerprint checks soon for those entering the upcoming recreational marijuana industry.
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Wilmington City Council Passes Ordinance Regulating Recreational Marijuana Establishments
by Claudia Estrada on May 5, 2025
WILMINGTON– In a significant move to regulate recreational marijuana businesses, Wilmington City Council has passed Ordinance 25-013, which amends Chapter 48
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Office of Cannabis Management sets June 5 lottery for some licenses
by Kyle Brown on May 5, 2025
Entrepreneurs waiting for their chance to get rolling in Minnesota's recreational cannabis market will find out in a month if they get to be among the first marijuana businesses in the state.
CBD
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New cannabinoid discovered during search for anti-cancer compounds
by Liam O'Dowd on May 6, 2025
South Korean researchers identified a previously unknown cannabinoid called cannabielsoxa alongside several compounds that can inhibit neuroblastoma cancer cell growth.
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New Brighton CBD shop one of 207 preapproved for a cannabis retail license, could open in July
by Jennifer Hoff (KARE 11) on May 6, 2025
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National Teacher Appreciation Week
by Matt Rozo on May 5, 2025
National Teacher Appreciation Week highlights the importance of supporting educators. THC-free CBD may help teachers manage stress, anxiety, and physical discomfort with natural wellness solutions.
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Breaking Down Popular Cannabis Compounds
by Baker Institute on May 5, 2025
Marijuana use in the U.S. is at an all-time high. While many cannabinoid compounds are available, state laws regulating them vary widely. A new issue brief and interactive map from the Drug Policy Program detail the chemical composition of popular cannabis products and their shifting legal statuses. These resources are designed to help readers navigate the increasingly complex cannabis market and understand current federal and state mandates.
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Study: Impacts Of Medical Cannabis On Driving
by Gillian Jalimnson on May 4, 2025
Results are in from an Australian study investigating the effects of medical cannabis products containing THC on driving ability.
CRIME
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Northeast Watertown Drug Bust Nets Pound of Meth, Arrest Made
by Steve Jurrens on May 6, 2025
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A recent investigation into methamphetamine distribution culminated in a sizable drug arrest in Northeast Watertown on Friday, May 2nd, 2025, according to a press release from
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Rodeo man gets 24 years for fatal shooting during marijuana ‘finesse’ deal
by Nate Gartrell on May 5, 2025
One of the men told police the shooting was never supposed to happen, while the other claimed it was accidental.
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Infamous Chinese Mafia Cannabis Grow in Maine a Total Loss After Inferno at Former Shoe Factory
by Steve Robinson on May 5, 2025
The infamous cannabis grow at 128 Weld Road in Wilton, just behind the former Bass Shoe Factory, is a total loss following a mysterious fire that destroyed the facility. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security had previously flagged it as one of more than 270 such illicit cannabis sites in Maine. [RELATED: Raid on Illegal
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Troopers: Northway Malta traffic stop nets fentanyl, 120lbs of cannabis
by Steven Cook on May 5, 2025
MALTA - A traffic stop on the Northway in Malta Friday led to the seizure of 120 pounds of cannabis and more than a pound of pills later identified as
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Troopers find over 120 pounds of cannabis during traffic stop in Malta
by Michael Goot on May 5, 2025
State Police said a Franklin County man had 120 pounds of cannabis during a traffic stop on the Northway. William M. Buckshot, 58, of Hogansburg, was stopped on May 2 at around 1:50 p.m. in Malta for a traffic violation. Police found the cannabis and more than a pound of fentanyl pills in his vehicle, police said.
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New Brighton CBD shop one of 207 preapproved for a cannabis retail license, could open in July
by Jennifer Hoff (KARE 11) on May 6, 2025
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National Teacher Appreciation Week
by Matt Rozo on May 5, 2025
National Teacher Appreciation Week highlights the importance of supporting educators. THC-free CBD may help teachers manage stress, anxiety, and physical discomfort with natural wellness solutions.
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Breaking Down Popular Cannabis Compounds
by Baker Institute on May 5, 2025
Marijuana use in the U.S. is at an all-time high. While many cannabinoid compounds are available, state laws regulating them vary widely. A new issue brief and interactive map from the Drug Policy Program detail the chemical composition of popular cannabis products and their shifting legal statuses. These resources are designed to help readers navigate the increasingly complex cannabis market and understand current federal and state mandates.
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Marijuana Under Fire: Texas Senate Passes THC Restriction Bill- Reform Austin
by RA Staff on May 4, 2025
Texas lawmakers are facing off over the future of cannabis regulation, as Senate Bill 3—aimed at banning all THC products except for CBD and CBG—moves to the state House of Representatives after clearing the Senate floor last month. Co-authored by Sen. Donna Campbell, the bill seeks to close what she calls a dangerous loophole that has allowed high-potency, unregulated THC products to flood the market. Her office has cited a growing number of emergency room visits and poison control calls linked to these substances, especially among children, as reported by the Beaumont Enterprise.
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AJC poll: Marijuana legalization gains majority support in Georgia
by Mark Niesse on May 3, 2025
Support of legalization of recreation marijuana is rising in Georgia, according to an AJC poll that shows 56% in favor of the idea.
CULTURE
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17 Lessons Learned in Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
by Jolene Hansen on May 1, 2025
Learn from industry experts: Key strategies for successful commercial cannabis cultivation, from team dynamics to technical innovations and growth challenges.
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A global and local perspective on Vermont cannabis, keynotes to know at VTCANN
by Ahmad Yassir, GreenMountain Cannabis News on April 30, 2025
World-Renowned Cannabis Experts Take the Stage in Vermont May 2-3.
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Meet the organizer of Vermont’s largest cannabis convention and 2025 exhibitors
by Ahmad Yassir, GreenMountain Cannabis News on April 30, 2025
The Vermont Cannabis Convention Returns to Essex Junction May 2–3, 2025.
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Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC
by Time Out New York on April 29, 2025
Everything you need to know about marijuana in New York, from where to get cannabis to where to get comfort food for your munchies.
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New Businesses Blend Cannabis Retail and Motorcycle Culture
by By Breanna SteeleBy Stephen Dravis on April 29, 2025
Royal Enfield is a multinational motorcycle manufacturer; Motolicks will sell its products and custom work. POWNAL, Vt. — Last week saw the opening of two new businesses in...
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New Businesses Blend Cannabis Retail and Motorcycle Culture
by By Breanna SteeleBy Tammy Daniels on May 5, 2025
Royal Enfield is a multinational motorcycle manufacturer; Motolicks will sell its products and custom work. POWNAL, Vt. — Last week saw the opening of two new businesses in...
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High Times In Seattle: How Perceptions Toward Marijuana Have Shifted
by Naja Johnson on May 5, 2025
In 2012, marijuana was legalized for recreational use in the state of Washington. Washington state became the second state next to Colorado to legalize the recreational use of cannabis, shifting the legal precedent surrounding medicinal and recreational drugs. In 2024, recreational marijuana use is legal in 24 states, whereas medicinal use is legal in 13...
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17 Lessons Learned in Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
by Jolene Hansen on May 1, 2025
Learn from industry experts: Key strategies for successful commercial cannabis cultivation, from team dynamics to technical innovations and growth challenges.
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Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC
by Time Out New York on April 29, 2025
Everything you need to know about marijuana in New York, from where to get cannabis to where to get comfort food for your munchies.
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9 facts about Americans and marijuana
by Abigail Geiger on April 24, 2025
Around nine-in-ten Americans say marijuana should be legal for medical or recreational use, according to an October 2022 Pew Research Center survey.
EDIBLES
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A new high for some, a buzzkill for others as D.C. shutters rogue weed shops
by Paul Schwartzman on May 5, 2025
After years of complaints from licensed marijuana dispensary owners, the city is seeking to regulate the cannabis market as never before.
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Reshaping Access to THC Products: Behind Edible Brands’ Move to Bunk With Hemp
by Tony Lange on May 2, 2025
Thomas Winstanley, Executive VP for Edibles.com, explains how the company plans to increase consumer confidence in hemp-derived THC products.
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Texas House Panel Replaces Senate’s Hemp Product Ban With A Regulatory Structure For THC Edibles, Drinks And Smokable Flower
by Marijuana Moment on May 1, 2025
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has threatened to force an overtime legislative session if lawmakers fail to pass an all-out THC ban. By Jasper Scherer, The Texas Tribune A Texas House panel late Wednesday advanced a bill to tighten regulations on Texas’s consumable hemp industry, setting up a potential clash with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R)
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Delta 9 Gummies From Exhale Wellness Reviewed: Top Delta 9 Edibles of 2025
by GlobeNewswire on May 1, 2025
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New plan would crack down on illegal cannabis in CT. Think $30K fines.
by Livi Stanford on May 1, 2025
The bill aimed at ending illegal cannabis sales would fine $30,000 for each violation of the law, with landlords being fined $10,000.
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Meet the Strongest THC Gummies of 2025: Top Picks & More
by Bruno Walter on May 4, 2025
THC gummies provide a convenient, discreet way to enhance your lifestyle. Whether you are looking for health benefits, a way to relax, or a social buzz on a night out,
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Reshaping Access to THC Products: Behind Edible Brands’ Move to Bunk With Hemp
by Tony Lange on May 2, 2025
Thomas Winstanley, Executive VP for Edibles.com, explains how the company plans to increase consumer confidence in hemp-derived THC products.
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Texas House Panel Replaces Senate’s Hemp Product Ban With A Regulatory Structure For THC Edibles, Drinks And Smokable Flower
by Marijuana Moment on May 1, 2025
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has threatened to force an overtime legislative session if lawmakers fail to pass an all-out THC ban. By Jasper Scherer, The Texas Tribune A Texas House panel late Wednesday advanced a bill to tighten regulations on Texas’s consumable hemp industry, setting up a potential clash with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R)
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New plan would crack down on illegal cannabis in CT. Think $30K fines.
by Livi Stanford on May 1, 2025
The bill aimed at ending illegal cannabis sales would fine $30,000 for each violation of the law, with landlords being fined $10,000.
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10 Best THC Gummies to Elevate Your Experience in 2025
by Bruno Walter on May 1, 2025
It might seem like there’s no difference between one THC gummy and the next, but we promise this isn’t true. Maybe low-quality gummies all feel the same, but top-shelf gummies
JOBS
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on May 1, 2025
Explore cannabis industry job openings in May 2025 across Canada.
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Cannabis News & Articles
by Crain's Chicago Business on April 29, 2025
Read the latest Cannabis articles with information that impacts Chicago and surrounding areas.
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OPINION: The realities of working in Vermont’s cannabis industry: beyond the bud
by Submitted by Samantha Tallman-Richer (Almost 3 years in — and still living the dream.) on April 23, 2025
When people hear I work in cannabis, the reactions are usually the same:
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Long Island 'budtenders' climb career ladder at dispensaries
by Lee Meyer on April 19, 2025
These retail workers stand on the front lines of New York's growing regulated pot industry, facing both challenges and opportunities for growth.
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Cannabis sales, education across region, state, nation, continue to grow
by miningjournal.net on April 18, 2025
MARQUETTE — Over the past few years, marijuana has gone from an illicit substance mainly trafficked underground whose use was largely frowned upon, to a more than $50 billion-plus industry in the United States. The state of Michigan has got in on the business as well, after voters overwhelmingly chose to legalize marijuana for recreational
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on May 1, 2025
Explore cannabis industry job openings in May 2025 across Canada.
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Cannabis News & Articles
by Crain's Chicago Business on April 29, 2025
Read the latest Cannabis articles with information that impacts Chicago and surrounding areas.
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Where to Search for Marijuana Job Openings in New York City | stupidDOPE
by Celeste Hedera on April 2, 2025
Explore where to find cannabis job openings in NYC and kickstart your career in the weed industry.
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Breaking into the New York Cannabis Market: Job Tips and Insights | stupidDOPE
by Celeste Hedera on April 2, 2025
Discover how to land a legal cannabis job in New York with tips, insights, and expert advice.
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on April 1, 2025
Explore cannabis jobs in April 2025 across Canada. Discover roles in retail, production, and brand representation today.
POLITICS
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Pennsylvania lawmakers approve cannabis legalization bill (Newsletter: May 6, 2025)
by Tom Angell on May 6, 2025
CO & HI psychedelics; Fed lawsuit on marijuana biz seizures; MS Indian tribe’s cannabis referendum; FL ballot restrictions; UN official: Decrim drugs Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible…
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Medical cannabis industry organizes against Maine proposals to test for mold, track plants
by Alex Lear on May 5, 2025
Maine is the only state in the country that doesn't mandate testing for mold, yeast, chemicals or heavy metal in its medical marijuana. The state's medical growers are fighting to keep it that way.
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Minnesota's business lottery for cannabis opens in June
by Ryan Faircloth on May 5, 2025
Minnesota will take a pivotal step toward opening its recreational marijuana market in June, when the state holds its first lotteries for business licenses.
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Pennsylvania lawmakers advance marijuana legalization bill
by Mac Bell on May 5, 2025
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The legalization of adult-use cannabis has just gotten one step closer to becoming a reality in Pennsylvania. Earlier today, the Cannabis Health & Safety Act (HB1…
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New bill introduced to legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania
by WPXI.com News Staff on May 5, 2025
Two Pennsylvania lawmakers have once again introduced a bill that would legalize marijuana in the commonwealth.
SCIENCE
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Cannabis Scientist-Turned-Influencer Dr. Riley Kirk (@cannabichem) To Release Book 'Reefer Wellness'
by Javier Hasse on May 5, 2025
Cannabis scientist and TikTok influencer Dr. Riley Kirk drops "Reefer Wellness"—a research-based guide to cannabis, health, and dosage.
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DEA Diversion in Cannabis Chaos: MMJ Urges Terrance Cole, President Trump DEA Nominee to Dismantle Biden Era Cannabis Obstructors
by MMJ International Holdings on May 4, 2025
Message to President Trump's Appointee: Terrance Cole Must Act on Cannabis Scientific Reform. "Mr. Cole has a historic opportunity tolead with integrity, science, and constitutional fidelity," said Boise. "He must put an end to thisunlawful administrative ...
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Result Manipulation: From THC Inflation to Aspergillus
by Sebastian Krawiec on May 1, 2025
Economic incentives are driving dishonest laboratory test results, and there’s data to prove it.
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The Link between Cannabis and Psychosis in Teens Is Real
by Carrie E. Bearden on May 1, 2025
Teens have access to vastly more potent cannabis than their parents had at their age. Parents need to understand the risks, including psychosis
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Myth vs. Science: What Most People Get Wrong About Cannabis | stupidDOPE
by Christo Marron on April 30, 2025
Cannabis myths are everywhere. Here’s what the science actually says about weed and its effects.
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New U.S. law promises to light up marijuana research
by newsfromscience on May 5, 2025
Biden signs bill streamlining pot studies and production for research
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Cannabis disrupts brain activity in young adults prone to psychosis:
by Research and Innovation on May 4, 2025
Young adults at risk of psychosis show reduced brain connectivity, a deficit that cannabis use appears to worsen, a new study has found. The breakthrough paves the way for psychosis treatments
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Cannabis research database shows how U.S. funding focuses on harms of the drug
by newsfromscience on May 2, 2025
Analysis of 50 funders finds cannabis treatment research is growing slowly
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U.S. moves to reclassify cannabis as a lower risk drug
by newsfromscience on May 2, 2025
Historic policy shift will make it easier for scientists to investigate potential medical uses
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United States set to allow more facilities to produce marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on May 2, 2025
Drug Enforcement Administration opens door to more cannabis growers to supply drug for research