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Plain-English cannabis industry updates — what changed, what didn’t, and why it matters.

Episode 1 • Federal Rescheduling — What Actually Changed

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What federal rescheduling did NOT change 2 min read • Federal
Why state cannabis boards still control outcomes 3 min read • States
What operators should not assume in 2026 2 min read • Operators

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Culture

Massachusetts finally has rules for cannabis cafes. But when will they open?

ByPot Shop News

December 11, 2025

[#item_full_content] The state’s Cannabis Control Commission voted Thursday to approve rules for “social consumption sites” where people can buy and consume marijuana products all in the same place. However, it could very well be another year before such sites are actually a reality. Massachusetts finally has rules for cannabis cafes. But when will they open? Read More

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Kentucky’s first licensed medical marijuana dispensary has temporarily closed after selling out less than two weeks after opening, according to its website.
A new law in Ohio will move hemp products into dispensaries without an exception for THC beverages
by Amanda Pirani on December 22, 2025
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — A bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine Friday will make big changes to Ohio’s hemp-derived THC industry. The new law calls for intoxicating hemp products,
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Kentucky’s 1st medical marijuana dispensary pauses operations
by Adi Schanie on December 22, 2025
The Post, a medical marijuana dispensary in Beaver Dam, opened Dec. 13 and drew heavy demand from patients across the state, quickly selling out of all its product.
Up in smoke: Inside New York City's chaotic crackdown on unlicensed weed shops
by Timmy Facciola on December 22, 2025
America's largest city wanted to get rid of illegal weed shops. Then came the SWAT teams.
Michigan marijuana businesses, customers see hazy future with new tax
by Candice Williams on December 22, 2025
Dispensaries, consumers stock up ahead of levy's start Jan. 1 while industry plans to keep up legal fight.
Ohio's hemp, marijuana crackdown to begin after DeWine signs bill
by Jake Zuckerman on December 19, 2025
New legislation adds criminal penalties around marijuana possession and restricts sales of 'intoxicating hemp' products in Ohio.
Ohio Governor Signs Bill To Recriminalize Some Marijuana Activity, Vetoing Provision To Allow THC Drinks For A Year
by Marijuana Moment on December 19, 2025
“The simplest thing, frankly, to do is to stop it right now instead of going until the date in November set by federal law.” By Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed a bill into law Friday that bans intoxicating hemp products and makes various changes to the state’s voter-passed marijuana
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signs intoxicating hemp ban, new marijuana regulations into law
by Megan Henry on December 19, 2025
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill into law Friday that bans intoxicating hemp products and makes various changes to the state's voter-passed marijuana law, including adding criminal charges such as making it illegal to bring legally purchased marijuana from another state back to Ohio.
Trump marijuana rescheduling could cut taxes for California cannabis
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Trump’s move to reclassify marijuana may ease IRS tax burdens for California cannabis businesses, but legalization rules remain unchanged.
Pasco marijuana dispensary weighs in on Trump's cannabis reclassification order
by Zander Adams NonStop Local Anchor/Reporter, Mark Rattner NonStop Local Digital Journalist on December 19, 2025
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Missouri cannabis industry reacts to presidential order over marijuana reclassification
by Sruthi Ramesh, KOMU 8 Senior Digital Producer on December 19, 2025
The Missouri Cannabis Trade Association and Shangri-La Dispensaries released statements after President Donald Trump issued the executive order on Thursday.
Trump wants to reschedule marijuana: What that means for Michigan
by Adrienne Roberts on December 19, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order to classify marijuana as a less dangerous substance, a move applauded by Michigan's marijuana industry.
President Trump eases marijuana regulations. What does that mean for Texas?
by Eleanor Dearman on December 18, 2025
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Trump signed order to reclassify marijuana. Is weed legal in Florida now?
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Trump signs executive order fast-tracking reclassification of marijuana to Schedule III
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WATCH: Trump orders reclassification of marijuana, downgrading its drug schedule
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What does Trump's latest cannabis order mean for consumers?
by Diana Jones on December 18, 2025
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by Xavier Walton on December 18, 2025
The move puts marijuana in the same class as some prescription pain medications.
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by Dan Ulloa on December 17, 2025
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Trump expected to sign executive order reclassifying marijuana, easing restrictions on the drug
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What cannabis investors can expect in 2026 after marijuana rescheduling
by Chris Roberts on December 26, 2025
Cannabis investors may be feeling bullish entering 2026 after marijuana rescheduling, but some more advances are needed for growth.
Tennessee lawmakers consider medical cannabis reform as federal stance shifts
by Karen Aguilar on December 26, 2025
Many GOP lawmakers are considering medical marijuana following Trump making cannabis a less dangerous drug and expanding research for medical cannabis.
Trump signs order to reclassify cannabis. How it could impact Vermont and New York
by Anna Guber on December 26, 2025
“I think we’ll see a big shift, with more people willing to try [cannabis] for the first time and see how beneficial it really is," said Cameron Main, a Vermont medical cannabis cardholder.
Cannabis use among teens tied to poor school performance
by Rhitu Chatterjee on December 26, 2025
A new study of more than 160,000 teens finds that even occasional cannabis use among 8th, 10th and 12th graders is tied to worse outcomes at school and more emotional distress.
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