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Regulating Intoxicating Hemp Products Is A ‘Priority,’ Illinois Lawmaker Says

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[#item_full_content] “We want regulations to protect consumers and weed out bad actors, but we don’t want to see this thing regulated to death.” By Isabella Schoonover, Simon Carr and Medill Illinois News Bureau, Capitol News Illinois Justin and Anna Ward of Stoney Branch Farms were anxiously awaiting action on legislation to regulate intoxicating hemp products this Read More

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New Floating Weed Shop Turns Crater Lake Into Oregon’s Most Relaxed T
by @twitter on July 21, 2025
CRATER LAKE, OR — In a bold move that has park rangers scratching their heads and several kayakers bobbing in approval, Oregon’s first floating marijuana dispensary officially opened this week on Crater Lake. The aptly named “Lake and Bake Cannabis Co.” is a housebo
Polk County man accused of stealing more than $130K worth of weed from cannabis dispensary
by Nancy Gay on July 18, 2025
A now former employee of a cannabis dispensary in Lake Wales was arrested after police say he stole more than 21 pounds of marijuana before his shift earlier this month.
Solful dispensary just hits different
by Rachelle Gordon on July 18, 2025
Solful, a cannabis retailer in California, is a diamond in the rough. Find out why in this first-person store reviiew.
Bourne Inches Along With Marijuana Dispensary Agreements
by By OWEN DRURY SULLIVAN on July 18, 2025
Tuesday’s Select Board meeting featured discussions with two dispensaries looking to open their doors in Bourne, which overturned its longtime ban on marijuana sales in 2023.
That smell! Pot is legal and everywhere and lohud is on top of this cultural shift
by Gary Stern on July 17, 2025
It's been less than 3 years since New York got its first legal cannabis dispensary. But pot is already commonplace. We report on what it means.
'Is everyone high all the time?': How legalized pot has normalized weed in New York
by Peter D. Kramer on July 17, 2025
There is still plenty to get used to about marijuana being legal, like seeing people smoking joints on a stroll.
What you need to know about legalized pot in New York: The basics
by Steve Lieberman on July 17, 2025
How many dispensaries are there in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam? What are New York's laws for locations and sales? Who enforces the rules?
4 N.J. dispensaries get the green light to open cannabis consumption lounges
by Jelani Gibson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com on July 16, 2025
The retailers still have to pass a final inspection from state regulators before the lounges open for business.
Best Online Dispensaries for Discreet & Reliable Weed Delivery (Updated 2025)
by Veronapress.com on July 16, 2025
The online market for hemp products has grown oversaturated since the 2018 Farm Bill federally legalized it. However, while this form of cannabis is legal, it’s not regulated by the
Klutch Cannabis plans marijuana dispensary near Akron's Ken Stewart's Grille. What we know
by Derek Kreider on July 16, 2025
Klutch Cannabis wants to build a marijuana dispensary near Ken Stewart's Grille, just outside Wallhaven.
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High time: Weed lounges are finally opening in New Jersey — and they’re coming this month
by Henry Savage on July 15, 2025
New Jersey has set a timeline for its first cannabis consumption lounges. Atlantic City and Merchantville locations are expected to open by the end of July. Here’s what to know.
Solon’s first cannabis dispensary to open soon -- with drive-thru coming next
by Maura Zurick, cleveland.com on July 15, 2025
The Botanist is opening Solon’s first cannabis dispensary this July, offering both medical and recreational products, along with a convenient drive-thru option coming soon.
First New Jersey Marijuana Consumption Lounges Get Official Approval In ‘Major Milestone’
by Kyle Jaeger on July 15, 2025
New Jersey regulators have announced that they’ve awarded the state’s first four marijuana consumption lounge endorsements in another “milestone” for its cannabis program. After going through three application rounds—starting with social equity applicants, then diversely owned businesses and finally opening it to all licensees—the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) said on Tuesday that it’s
Best Online Dispensaries: Trusted Weed Delivery Services Reviewed
by Star-Observer on July 15, 2025
The world of THC can be overwhelming, especially for beginners. If you’re trying to figure out the differences between delta-8 and delta-9 and struggling to choose the best product for
Kentucky facility begins cultivating state's first medical cannabis inventory
by WDRB on July 15, 2025
Cultivation at Armory Kentucky—a Tier II cultivator based in Mayfield—began Friday.
Raid at CT vape shop allegedly reveals hidden compartment of THC products, leads to one arrest
by Justin Muszynski on July 15, 2025
Police alleged that the compartment was controlled electronically by a remote that was hidden behind vape products.
Winchendon may approve a third marijuana dispensary: Here's the details
by Emilia Cardona on July 15, 2025
Winchendon planning board postponed voting for a new (and third) proposed cannabis dispensary as it waits for answers to two questions.
Local businessmen to launch medical cannabis dispensary in Louisville
by Richard Essex on July 12, 2025
The pair is among the few Kentuckians who have secured one of the coveted state licenses.
Cannabis Store Opening in Downtown Montavilla
by Jacob Loeb on July 12, 2025
Broadway Cannabis Market will open a new location in the former Tub and Tan building at 8028 SE Stark Street. The Oregon marijuana dispensary chain signed a five-year lease for the Montavilla store…

Ice-T On Staying Sober, Surviving Snoop’s Smoke & Opening A Dispensary With A Playboy Playmate
by Javier Hasse on July 21, 2025 at 6:34 pm
He doesn’t smoke, but he’s all in on weed. Ice-T talks his Jersey dispensary, cannabis justice, and why he never trusted getting high. The post Ice-T On Staying Sober, Surviving Snoop’s Smoke & Opening A Dispensary With A Playboy Playmate first appeared on High Times.
Can Cannabis Save Argentina’s Economy? Report Says It’s Worth $1.7 Billion
by High Times on July 21, 2025 at 4:45 pm
Argentina has the potential to tap into a massive $1.697 billion economic boost if it implements comprehensive cannabis… The post Can Cannabis Save Argentina’s Economy? Report Says It’s Worth $1.7 Billion first appeared on High Times.
A Totally Incomplete List Of The Top Cannabis Accounts And Creators To Follow On Social Media
by Javier Hasse on July 21, 2025 at 4:43 pm
No ads. No sponsors. Just the cannabis creators High Times thinks you should know. The post A Totally Incomplete List Of The Top Cannabis Accounts And Creators To Follow On Social Media first appeared on High Times.
A Resinous Fruit, A Cloud Of Smoke: A Beginner’s Guide To Spotting Fresh Bud
by Hernán Panessi on July 21, 2025 at 3:59 pm
How to tell if your weed is really fresh: no mold, no mildew, no nasty surprises. A simple guide to finding buds worth smoking. The post A Resinous Fruit, A Cloud Of Smoke: A Beginner’s Guide To Spotting Fresh Bud first appeared on High Times.
Hoodbaby’s Invader Zim Strain Drop Showcases ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Opportunity
on July 21, 2025 at 2:18 pm
From trimmer to trailblazer, Zak “Hoodbaby” Alkatib released his proprietary strain developed in Ball Family Farms’ Rare Breeds program.
From The Vault: TAKING THE HIGH ROAD | President Clinton (1998)
by High Times Vault on July 21, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Frankly, we don’t give a damn about the President's sex life. What we do care about is that during President Clinton's time in office, marijuana busts have almost doubled. A new federal prison opens almost every month, as the river of convicted pot-growers and low-level crack dealers overflows the old facilities. The post From The Vault: TAKING THE HIGH ROAD | President Clinton (1998) first appeared on High Times.
Cresco Labs Exiting California Cannabis Market
on July 21, 2025 at 11:38 am
The company is divesting its cultivation and manufacturing assets, as well as certain distribution operations, as part of a strategic restructuring plan.
High Thoughts – Short Hits From The Community: Looks Don’t Get You High. Smokeability Does.
by Walter Bridger on July 20, 2025 at 7:39 pm
HIGH THOUGHTS is where we share quick hits and stray wisdom from the global cannabis community. This one comes from Walter Bridger in New Zealand, reminding us: looks don’t get you high — smokeability does. The post High Thoughts – Short Hits From The Community: Looks Don’t Get You High. Smokeability Does. first appeared on High Times.
Omaha Tribe of Nebraska To Sell Adult-Use Cannabis: ‘Not Waiting on Broken Systems to Deliver’
by Marian Venini on July 20, 2025 at 5:01 pm
The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska legalized medical and adult-use cannabis on its land, asserting sovereignty with a comprehensive new regulatory framework. The post Omaha Tribe of Nebraska To Sell Adult-Use Cannabis: ‘Not Waiting on Broken Systems to Deliver’ first appeared on High Times.
Hemp Passports: The Curious Bet Of An Ultra‑Conservative Country
by Natalia Kesselman on July 20, 2025 at 1:54 pm
As hyped as hemp is right now, it is not a new trend. Humanity has relied on it… The post Hemp Passports: The Curious Bet Of An Ultra‑Conservative Country first appeared on High Times.
From The Vault: THE LAST DAYS OF LEGAL CANNABIS (1990)
by High Times Vault on July 20, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Jack Herer’s landmark book, The Emperor Wears No Clothes, shows how anti-marijuana laws—ostensibly passed in order to suppress the supposedly insolent, criminal behavior of Africanand Mexican-Americans, and in response to alleged criminal violence and drug-induced insanity by its users—were actually a giant red herring aimed at removing the hemp plant’s resurgence as an agricultural competitor to the emerging petrochemical industry (due to breakthrough decorticating and harvesting technologies) by a few powerful companies. The post From The Vault: THE LAST DAYS OF LEGAL CANNABIS (1990) first appeared on High Times.
Letter To The Editor: Words Of Gratitude From The Heart Of Bennett Production
by Aaron Bradley Cooper on July 19, 2025 at 11:04 pm
“Believing in yourself is important—but once in a while, you gotta have someone else see that fire your… The post Letter To The Editor: Words Of Gratitude From The Heart Of Bennett Production first appeared on High Times.
US Senate Sets Cloture Vote on Trump’s DEA Administrator Pick
on July 18, 2025 at 2:48 pm
Should the Senate invoke cloture, Terrance Cole could be confirmed as soon as next week as the Drug Enforcement Administration’s next leader.
iAnthus Continues Florida Expansion With GrowHealthy Dispensary in Palm Harbor
on July 18, 2025 at 12:08 pm
The grand opening marks the company’s 22nd retail location, enhancing patient access to premium medical products through engaging experiences.
More Seniors Turning to Cannabis, But What’s the Appeal?
on July 18, 2025 at 10:28 am
Recent data shows that seniors are using cannabis more than ever, and cannabis companies are seeking to educate them about the medicine, but some executives want to see the industry strengthen its marketing approaches.
Würk Partners With Seeds to Dreams Savings Plan, Launches 401(k) Program
on July 17, 2025 at 5:06 pm
The new Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) expands access to retirement savings for cannabis and other highly regulated, compliance-heavy industries.
Omaha Tribe of Nebraska Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis
on July 17, 2025 at 4:27 pm
The federally recognized tribe will allow visitors 21 and older to purchase cannabis on its native reservation in northeastern Nebraska.
Ascend Wellness Launches Fully Refreshed e-Commerce Ecosystem
on July 17, 2025 at 12:35 pm
The cannabis company’s latest platform includes a new loyalty program and an elevated digital shopping experience.
US House Subcommittee Advances Bill to Prevent Cannabis Rescheduling Under DOJ
on July 16, 2025 at 4:49 pm
The House appropriations bill would block the Department of Justice from using funds to reschedule or deschedule cannabis.
Golden Bear Awards: California’s 2025 Best Cannabis Flower, Products Announced
on July 16, 2025 at 11:52 am
The California State Fair recognized the state’s best cannabis cultivators and manufacturers, with more than 600 entries for the top prizes.
Glass House Brands Announces Preferred Equity Refinancing
on July 16, 2025 at 8:34 am
The California cannabis company announced a recapitalization and non-brokered private placement of Series E Convertible Preferred Stock.
High Tide Closes on $30 Million Convertible Debt from Cronos Group Inc.
on July 16, 2025 at 8:20 am
The Canadian cannabis company intends to use the working capital to fund future acquisitions and organic growth.
US Congressman Denounces ICE’s Claim He ‘Doxed’ Federal Employee at Cannabis Raids
on July 15, 2025 at 5:33 pm
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security blamed U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal for the ICE worker’s hand wound during an operation at Glass House.
Cannabis Reform Group MPP Names Adam J. Smith Executive Director
on July 15, 2025 at 1:16 pm
Marijuana Policy Project welcomed the 30-year drug policy reform veteran to help end cannabis prohibition and advance sensible regulations in the U.S.
Pure Sunfarms Publishes Unique Cannabis Potency Research in Scientific Reports
on July 15, 2025 at 12:42 pm
The study highlights natural variability of THC potency in cannabis plants and supports the call for science-based labeling.

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Pennsylvania House Democrats Ask Voters To Pressure Senators To Pass A Marijuana Legalization Bill
by Ben Adlin on July 21, 2025
House Democrats in Pennsylvania are calling on voters to pressure state senators to sign off on a House-passed bill that would legalize marijuana and sell the drug through state-owned stores, saying the reform would benefit health and safety and bring in billions of dollars in revenue for the commonwealth. After the bill—HB 1200, from Rep.
Missouri cannabis regulators revoke manufacturer's license
by Margaret Jackson on July 21, 2025
Following recalls last year, Missouri cannabis regulators revoked C&C Manufacturing's state business permit on July 17.
Cannabis use disorder may up risk of benign salivary gland tumors
by Elana Gotkine on July 21, 2025
Cannabis use disorder (CUD) is associated with increased risk of benign salivary gland tumors, according to a research letter published online July 17 in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
Can Cannabis Save Argentina’s Economy? Report Says It’s Worth $1.7 Billion
by High Times on July 21, 2025
Argentina has the potential to tap into a massive $1.697 billion economic boost if it implements comprehensive cannabis regulations for both medical and recreational use. This projection comes from the report “The Other Way to Go Legit: The Impact of Cannabis in Argentina” authored by experts Rolando García Bernado and Nicolás José Rodríguez. The authors
Eric Adams wants NYC to be “cannabis capital of the globe”
by Madisyn Cunningham on July 21, 2025
Eric Adams said on Saturday that he wants NYC to become “the cannabis capital of the globe," reaffirming his support for the legal market.
Recruitment in the cannabis industry: Organigram CPO on tackling stigma
by HRD_Canada on July 21, 2025
‘Having people that are really passionate about the industry, about the company, is important’: How Katrina McFadden is building culture, breaking stigma, and driving change
Hoodbaby’s Invader Zim Strain Drop Showcases ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Opportunity
by Tony Lange on July 21, 2025
From trimmer to trailblazer, Zak “Hoodbaby” Alkatib released his proprietary strain developed in Ball Family Farms’ Rare Breeds program.
Cannabis Property Investment Yields 14.4% ROI: How This REIT Outperforms Industry Average by 70%
by StockTitan on July 21, 2025
UC Asset reveals 5-point cannabis property strategy delivering 14.4% ROI, announces $5M preferred shares offering with 8% dividend. See full investment approach.

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