PSN Briefings

Plain-English cannabis industry updates

What changed, what did not, and why it matters — short interpretive briefings from the Pot Shop News desk.

Episode 1 • Federal Rescheduling — What Actually Changed
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Plain-English cannabis industry updates from the Pot Shop News desk.
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    by newsroom on April 16, 2026

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  • Tucson's Top Cannabis Picks Revealed
    by @natltoday on April 16, 2026

    Each year, Tucson Weekly's Cannabis Bowl shines a spotlight on the standout dispensaries, products and industry leaders shaping the local cannabis scene. From top-tier flower and concentrates to edibles, vapes and customer experience, these winners represent the best of what Tucson has to offer — as voted by the people who know it best.

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    by @natltoday on April 16, 2026

    On Sunday, April 19, Brooklyn will host a pre-4/20 celebration called High on Vibes with Jadakiss at Society House. The event will blend music, cannabis culture, and premium lifestyle experiences, aiming to redefine how 4/20 is celebrated with intention, creativity, and community. Anchored by a live appearance from hip-hop icon Jadakiss, the daytime mixer will feature the launch of Kiss Café's new product line, elevated mocktail experiences, refined cannabis activations, artisan collaborations, and an immersive setting that brings the Kiss Café world to life.

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    by Anne Schrager on April 16, 2026

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