Texas Lt. Governor Blows Up At Gov. Greg Abbott Over THC Ban Veto

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UPDATED: Marijuana dispensary locates in Glasgow
by Michael Crimmins on July 10, 2025
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Using publicly available information on Team Kentucky's Office of Medical C...
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Des Plaines to limit cannabis dispensaries through new license system
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Bay City and Burton marijuana shops closing as company exits Michigan
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The Gage Cannabis dispensary at 1234 N. Center Road is among 20 stores operated by TerrAscend that will close by the end of 2025, when the company leaves Michigan.
Here’s Where To Buy Legal Recreational Marijuana In Delaware Next Month
by Marijuana Moment on July 6, 2025
All seven medical marijuana operators have converted to adult-use cannabis sales, with over 10 locations, which will be up and running in August. By Brianna Hill, Spotlight Delaware Delaware will begin recreational marijuana sales on August 1, state officials announced Tuesday, putting the first definitive date on the start of a long-awaited rollout for the
Rhode Island Marijuana Regulators Seeking Applications For New Dispensary In State’s Northern Region
by Marijuana Moment on July 5, 2025
“The office is actively conducting outreach and establishing communication with previously qualified applicants.” By Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Currant The state’s Cannabis Control Commission is looking to license a new compassion center in northern Rhode Island after plans for one in Woonsocket were scrapped. The three-member commission has reopened applications for candidates who qualified to
Texas Medical Marijuana Industry Wants Lawmakers To Ban Synthetic Delta-8 THC And Restrict Hemp Products To Adults
by Marijuana Moment on July 5, 2025
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Texas hemp industry backs Abbott's call for regulation after THC ban vetoed
by Julianna Duennes Russ on July 5, 2025
Gov. Greg Abbott’s veto of Senate Bill 3 means dispensaries can keep their doors open — for now. Their future now hinges on a special session this month.
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by Jason Rantala on July 2, 2025
St. Cloud cannabis dispensary opens to eager customers
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The White Earth nation opened the state’s second adult-use cannabis dispensary outside tribal lands Wednesday in St. Cloud. Lines snaked around the building.
Buyers line up at St. Cloud weed dispensary on opening day
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St. Cloud, MN's Waabigwan Mashkiki, the White Earth Band of Chippewa cannabis business, is the tribe's second off-reservation, at the former LeafLine medical dispensary.

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by High Times on July 10, 2025 at 8:31 pm
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From The Vault: Vaporizing THC Oil: An Alternative to Smoking Marijuana (1989)
by High Times on July 10, 2025 at 5:34 pm
Happy 710! Celebrate by dabbing and laughing at how far we've come... Or, if you're feeling especially festive, follow these steps to build your own vape! The post From The Vault: Vaporizing THC Oil: An Alternative to Smoking Marijuana (1989) first appeared on High Times.
From The Vault: Generation Dab (2013)
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By forging a new concentrate culture within the existing cannabis community and establishing 710 (OIL upside down) as the new 420, millenials are making marijuana their own and ushering in a new pot-smoking paradigm. The post From The Vault: Generation Dab (2013) first appeared on High Times.
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Pennsylvania Could Be 25th State to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis Under New Bill
on July 10, 2025 at 8:08 am
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Texas Governor Calls Hemp Products ‘Lawful Agricultural Commodity’ in Special Session Notice
on July 10, 2025 at 6:08 am
Greg Abbott set the agenda to regulate hemp in the upcoming legislative session after vetoing a ban, setting up a showdown with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
TerrAscend Completes $79 Million Non-Dilutive Debt Financing
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From The Vault: Interview With Susan Sontag, The Dark Lady Of Pop Philosophy (1978)
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Vireo Growth Refinances Senior Secured Debt Through $120M Loan
on July 9, 2025 at 11:35 am
The cannabis company also expanded its consolidated credit facilities with an additional $33 million second lien term loan.
Patients With Anxiety Fuel Pennsylvania’s $1.7 Billion Medical Cannabis Program
on July 9, 2025 at 7:02 am
The most common qualifying condition in the commonwealth, anxiety outpaces chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder.
San Francisco Celebrates Hash with Citywide Festival
by High Times on July 8, 2025 at 6:46 pm
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DEA Provides No Cannabis Rescheduling Update After 180 Days
on July 8, 2025 at 5:41 pm
The Drug Enforcement Administration still has yet to fix a briefing schedule for an interlocutory appeal as Trump’s nominee awaits Senate confirmation.
Delaware to Begin Recreational Cannabis Sales on August 1
by High Times on July 8, 2025 at 3:48 pm
Delaware will launch recreational cannabis sales on August 1. Thirteen medical dispensaries will serve adult-use customers first, while new licensees face delays due to zoning and funding barriers. The post Delaware to Begin Recreational Cannabis Sales on August 1 first appeared on High Times.
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Collective Project Launches Portfolio of Hemp-Derived THC Beverages in 25 States
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Curaleaf Buys Out Minority Partner in Curaleaf International
on July 8, 2025 at 12:02 pm
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What is cannabis use disorder? And how do you know if you have a problem?
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Immigration operation at California cannabis farms leads to clash between federal agents and protesters
by Louis Casiano on July 11, 2025
Federal agents raided Glass House Farms cannabis facilities near Los Angeles, detaining several people and using tear gas when confronted by protesters at the marijuana operations.
Immigration raids on California cannabis nurseries spark protests
by Steve Gorman,Leah Douglas on July 11, 2025
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3 taken to hospitals as ICE agents raid massive California cannabis farm
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Multnomah County DA, police investigating alleged burglary ring targeting Portland cannabis businesses
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New CU study finds nearly half of cannabis flower products are inaccurately labeled
by Micah Smith on July 11, 2025
Nearly half of cannabis flower products sold in Colorado are inaccurately labeled, according to a new University of Colorado Boulder study.
Federal agents clash with demonstrators at California cannabis farm
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