New York cannabis dispensaries speak out, file lawsuit against state agency after zoning blunder
by Kevin Smith on August 22, 2025
New York cannabis businesses sue state agency over errors forcing dispensaries to move. Lawsuit aims to keep current locations compliant.
Texas Officials Publish Rules To Expand Medical Marijuana Access With New Dispensary Licenses
by Kyle Jaeger on August 22, 2025
Texas officials have published a set of proposed rules to implement a law significantly expanding the state’s medical marijuana program. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) rules—which were posted in the Texas Register on Friday—would increase the number of licensed dispensaries, establish security requirements for “satellite” locations and authorize the revocation of licenses for certain
'Warm welcome.' Bloom cannabis becomes Massillon's first marijuana shop
by Steven M. Grazier on August 22, 2025
The first marijuana shop in the city of Massillon has opened. Here's an update on the new store.
Free joints for customers? Despite recreational marijuana sales ban, Fairborn ‘loophole’ dispensary offers freebies for marketing and education
by London Bishop on August 21, 2025
A recently opened Fairborn smoke shop is offering free joints to drum up business in their new city — even though Fairborn has a ban on the sales of recreational marijuana.
Michigan regulators fine 29 cannabis businesses for numerous violations in July
by Steve Neavling on August 20, 2025
Metro Detroit cannabis businesses were fined a total of $169,100
Can Minnesota cannabis dispensaries compete with black market weed?
by Shadi Bushra on August 20, 2025
Minnesota's 15% tax on cannabis products solved a budget problem, but some worry it will drive buyers away from regulated, legal dispensaries.
Kentucky's first medical cannabis dispensary is coming to Beaver Dam, but supply chain issues threaten availability
by Lisa Autry on August 19, 2025
A rural town in Ohio County will be home to Kentucky’s first medical cannabis dispensary. While more than 11,000 patients are certified to purchase the product, supply chain issues make it uncertain when medical marijuana will land on dispensary shelves.
Cannabis dispensaries sue after NY's mistake let them open too close to schools
by Chris McKenna on August 19, 2025
A dozen cannabis dispensaries sued New York after being told the state mistakenly approved 152 store locations within 500 feet of schools.
50-year-old diner closes, will become weed dispensary
by Fernanda Tronco on August 19, 2025
An iconic diner closes after decades, making way for a cannabis dispensary in a sign of the times.
Mass. ballot question proposals could end recreational marijuana sales
by Annie Jonas on August 18, 2025
Two petitions aim to repeal parts of the state’s marijuana laws that regulate the recreational sale and use of the substance.
Growing pains persist for Ohio cannabis industry one year after legalization
by Mary Frances McGowan, cleveland.com on August 17, 2025
Industry experts cite success despite regulatory challenges and competition from neighboring Michigan's more relaxed market.
Your $40 ounce might be from an illegal Chinese grow house
by Dylan Tusinski on August 17, 2025
Law enforcement experts say cheap, sometimes tainted weed grown by Chinese criminal groups is getting into the state's medical market. Business owners say it's cratering market rates and pushing reputable growers out of the industry.
Utica is now home to one of few cannabis consumption lounges in Michigan. Why it's rare
by Adrienne Roberts on August 16, 2025
The cannabis consumption lounge Burn1, and an adjacent marijuana retail store Bowdega, opened on Aug. 8 in what used to be a Red Ox Tavern.
Oakland dispensaries targeted again by ram-raiding thieves
by Henry Lee on August 16, 2025
Two Oakland marijuana dispensaries previously targeted by burglars were hit again by invaders using cars to get inside.
Marijuana shops sue New York after they were allowed to open too close to schools
by ABC News on August 15, 2025
A group of marijuana dispensaries in New York have sued the state after cannabis regulators admitted that they accidentally allowed pot shops to open too close to schools, putting the future of the businesses in jeopardy
Marijuana Shops Sue New York After They Were Allowed to Open Too Close to Schools
by Associated Press on August 15, 2025
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A group of marijuana dispensaries in New York sued the state on Friday after cannabis regulators admitted they accidentally allowed pot shops to open too close to schools, putting the future of the businesses in jeopardy. The lawsuit asks a state Supreme Court judge in Albany to ...
Cannabis Shops Sue New York Over Rule Change That Could Shut Them Down
by Taylor Robinson on August 15, 2025
Last month, dozens of cannabis businesses were told they were located too close to schools after state officials said they had misinterpreted regulations.
‘It’s something that’s here now’: Once banned, second pot shop takes root in Arlington Heights
by Christopher Placek on August 15, 2025
A second marijuana dispensary quietly has opened in Arlington Heights, years after controversy and debate about whether to allow the first one to do business in town. Longtime Mayor Tom Hayes was outr...
Klutch Cannabis Announces Grand Opening of Fifth Marijuana Dispensary in Northfield Village across from MGM Casino and Racetrack
by Klutch Cannabis on August 15, 2025
/PRNewswire/ -- Klutch Cannabis, one of Ohio's leading vertically integrated cannabis companies, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest...
How far should marijuana dispensaries be from schools? Ann Arbor revisiting question
by Ryan Stanton | ryanstanton@mlive.com on August 15, 2025
Regulatory barriers impacting Ann Arbor marijuana business are getting a closer look.

Snoop Dogg On Drinking Weed: ‘It’s Like A Chill Cruise, Not A High-Speed Chase’
by Javier Hasse on August 25, 2025 at 4:51 pm
“I’m just giving people what they want. We’re giving them choices, somethin’ real, somethin’ that vibes with their lifestyle. It’s about creating that alternative, that go-to, for every occasion. Cannabis has been a part of our culture forever. Cannabis, these drinks, it’s all about wellness, about living your best life,” Snoop Dogg says in an The post Snoop Dogg On Drinking Weed: ‘It’s Like A Chill Cruise, Not A High-Speed Chase’ first appeared on High Times.
Preventing Moisture Evaporation When Trimming, Packaging Cannabis
on August 25, 2025 at 11:38 am
Leveraging the right equipment to establish proper conditions in your packaging and trimming rooms can earn you thousands of dollars.
Long Flowering, Long Forgotten: Why Preserving Diversity Is The Future of Cannabis
by James Loud on August 24, 2025 at 4:36 pm
The greatest threat to the future of cannabis may not be legislation or corporatization, but the silent extinction of its genetic diversity. The post Long Flowering, Long Forgotten: Why Preserving Diversity Is The Future of Cannabis first appeared on High Times.
New York State Faces Lawsuit After Cannabis Regulators Admit Measuring Mistake
by Javier Hasse on August 23, 2025 at 7:53 pm
Twelve New York cannabis shops sue state regulators, saying a rule change on school distance threatens equity, jobs, and investments. The post New York State Faces Lawsuit After Cannabis Regulators Admit Measuring Mistake first appeared on High Times.
Freedom Fighter Of The Month: Jason Washington’s Courageous Stand Against The Feds
by Kari Boiter on August 23, 2025 at 4:08 pm
Editors’ Note: “Freedom Fighter of the Month” has long been a popular feature in High Times Magazine, dating back to the 1990s. Today, we’re bringing it back as a monthly column. Send your nominations to kariboiter@gmail.com with the subject line “Freedom Fighter of the Month.” Tell us who you think we should recognize, why, and The post Freedom Fighter Of The Month: Jason Washington’s Courageous Stand Against The Feds first appeared on High Times.
From The Vault: How Dylan Turned On the Beatles (2016)
by High Times Vault on August 22, 2025 at 10:43 pm
Even the great and exalted Bob Marley once smoked ganja for the first time. And he probably asked a bunch of dumb questions and coughed too much throughout. So if you’re ever called upon to help guide an uninitiated friend or relative into the wonderful world of herbal delights, you must strive to remain exceedingly patient, kind and accommodating throughout the proceedings—no matter what. The post From The Vault: How Dylan Turned On the Beatles (2016) first appeared on High Times.
South Park Strikes Again: Indecision Over Rescheduling Under Fire
by Marian Venini on August 22, 2025 at 6:37 pm
South Park's Tegridy Farms has made a new appearance, this time to contribute its two cents to the current cannabis rescheduling saga in the US. The post South Park Strikes Again: Indecision Over Rescheduling Under Fire first appeared on High Times.
Eric Zink Went To The Edge And Found A Way Back: His Take On Sobriety, Survival And Self-Awareness
by Kyle Rosner on August 22, 2025 at 5:22 pm
Eric Zink doesn’t flinch when he talks about his rock bottom. He’s lived it more than once. “I tried getting sober at 23. I didn’t get sober until I was 36,” he told High Times. “My life has been destroying it, rebuilding it, having an amazing life for like a year or two, then self-sabotaging The post Eric Zink Went To The Edge And Found A Way Back: His Take On Sobriety, Survival And Self-Awareness first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Has No Borders: How Smugglers, Breeders And Activists Built An Industry
by Steve Deangelo on August 22, 2025 at 3:22 pm
Cannabis was never built on borders. Steve DeAngelo traces how global exchange, not nationalism, created today’s legal weed movement. The post Cannabis Has No Borders: How Smugglers, Breeders And Activists Built An Industry first appeared on High Times.
600 Immigrants Deported For Cannabis In 2025, While Legal Weed Hits $45 Billion
by Camila Berriex on August 21, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Of the more than 120,000 immigrants deported in 2025, 600 were for marijuana-related offenses. And in three out of four cases, those charges were over five years old. The post 600 Immigrants Deported For Cannabis In 2025, While Legal Weed Hits $45 Billion first appeared on High Times.
Brazil’s Biggest Cannabis Fair Returns This Weekend
by High Times on August 21, 2025 at 6:14 pm
This weekend, Brazil hosts its pioneering cannabis fair: the 9th Expo Head Grow. What began in 2017 as a modest gathering of headshops in Campinas has grown into one of Latin America’s most important cannabis events. Now, with Brazil navigating a new era of reform, the expo returns on August 23–24 at São Paulo’s Neo The post Brazil’s Biggest Cannabis Fair Returns This Weekend first appeared on High Times.
Minnesota Announces Recipients of $1M CanRenew Cannabis Grant Funds
on August 21, 2025 at 2:34 pm
The funds for 11 organizations will help restore communities negatively impacted by cannabis prohibition.
TEDCO Invests in Leading DMV Logistical Software, Health Care Tech Company
on August 21, 2025 at 2:19 pm
The Maryland-based company is developing tools for safe and reliable transactions.
Licensed New York Cannabis Retailers File Lawsuit Against Office of Cannabis Management
on August 21, 2025 at 2:07 pm
The coalition seeks to halt OCM’s policy reversal that could force 152 dispensers to move, calling on the state to protect small businesses.
CRS Provides 4 Considerations for Congress to Revise 2018 Farm Bill’s Hemp Definition
on August 21, 2025 at 7:54 am
A new CRS report outlines legal challenges to state laws leading to uncertainty and disagreement over the 2018 Farm Bill’s definition of hemp.
Metrc Launches Direct-to-Consumer Product Recall Feature in California
on August 20, 2025 at 5:53 pm
The cannabis track-and-trace provider enhanced its Metrc Retail ID in collaboration with the state’s Department of Cannabis Control.
FLUENT Partners With Connected Cannabis at Its New Cultivation Facility in New York
on August 20, 2025 at 1:43 pm
The partnership allows FLUENT to be the exclusive New York provider of some of California’s most sought-after cannabis products.
TerrAscend Renews, Replenishes $10M Share Repurchase Program
on August 20, 2025 at 1:26 pm
The cannabis company’s 12-month program provides it with the flexibility to allocate capital opportunistically.
Texas Senate Passes Same Hemp THC Ban in 2nd Special Session
on August 19, 2025 at 5:51 pm
The upper chamber once again ignored Gov. Greg Abbott’s call to regulate consumable hemp products, pushing prohibition legislation forward instead.
FundCanna Launches ReadyPaid, the 1st Automated B2B Buy Now, Pay Later Platform for the Cannabis Industry
on August 19, 2025 at 2:31 pm
The real-time approval system addresses a $4-billion unpaid receivables crisis disrupting the cannabis supply chain.
PharmaCann Opens 4th Ohio Verilife Dispensary in Solon
on August 19, 2025 at 2:01 pm
The cannabis company’s Northeast Ohio location joins its three dispensaries that transitioned to adult-use from the state’s medical market.
TILT Holdings Sells 2 Massachusetts Dispensaries to In Good Health
on August 19, 2025 at 12:19 pm
The cannabis companies also entered into an amendment at closing, adjusting the purchase price to $1.75 million.
Goldflower Cannabis Opening 10th Florida Medical Dispensary in Lakeland
on August 19, 2025 at 7:57 am
The company’s new retail facility will be its fourth store to open in 75 days.
12 New York Cannabis Businesses Sue State Over School Proximity Fiasco
on August 18, 2025 at 5:05 pm
The businesses, including Conbud and Housing Works, argue that the Office of Cannabis Management changed policy without a formal rulemaking process.
Canopy USA Appoints New Executive Team to Accelerate Growth
on August 18, 2025 at 1:42 pm
The new leaders will be responsible for driving portfolio growth, operational improvements and market expansion across the U.S.

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Twin Acres Estates in Holland Patent opens NYS-licensed cannabis microbusiness dispensary
by Cara Dolan Berry on August 25, 2025
A family has transformed their family farm into the Mohawk Valley’s first cannabis microbusiness and the northern-most such dispensary in New York.
Weed stocks rally on cannabis reform hopes
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Federal cannabis reform is an issue that's found itself somewhat politically homeless.
Millions of Texans can now get medical cannabis for chronic pain
by CultureMap Create on August 25, 2025
Starting September 1, millions of Texans living with chronic pain will gain access to medical cannabis through the Compassionate Use Program. House Bill 46 will expand access, bringing new product options and increased accessibility across the state.
Geneseo to host meeting on Monday about whether to opt in to cannabis licensing
by Evan Bourtis on August 25, 2025
People in Geneseo will voice their opinions on Monday night on whether the village should opt in to cannabis licensing, which would open the possibility for opening a dispensary.
Union files labor complaint against cannabis company in Ann Arbor
by https://www.facebook.com/* on August 25, 2025
The United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Local 876 has filed a complaint with state cannabis regulators against Exclusive Brands. The union alleges the Livonia-based weed retailer and grower is blocking the union from organizing workers at its Ann Arbor location by blocking a…
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