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Another Pennsylvania medical cannabis dispensary goes on strike
by Chris Roberts on February 28, 2026
Workers at a Cresco Labs-operated Sunnyside medical marijuana dispensary walked off the job on Thursday after a record stoppage last fall.
Major Colorado Cannabis Retailer Sued Over Six-Figure Bill
by Thomas Mitchell on February 26, 2026
The Green Solution and Medicine Man, two of the state's oldest dispensary chains, are owned by a national corporation.
Cannabis gummies sold by an Ohio dispensary were recalled. What to know
by Shahid Meighan on February 25, 2026
The Division of Cannabis Control issued the recall for cannabis gummies manufactured Marichron Pharma, LLC.
Should cannabis stores be open 24/7?
by Margaret Jackson on February 24, 2026
Kansas City, Missouri, officials are considering allowing marijuana retail stores to operate 24/7.
Cannabis shop owner pushes to end restriction of marijuana laws
by The Times Leader on February 24, 2026
BELLAIRE – Born on April 20 – the unofficial marijuana holiday – The Holistic Cloud owner and operator and Bellaire Village Councilman Bill Schmitt was born to be in the hemp industry. He is currently collecting signatures for a petition to combat Senate Bill 56. Signed in January, Senate Bill 56 will revise medical and
DOJ defends cannabis user gun ban, even if rescheduling happens (Newsletter: February 23, 2026)
by Tom Angell on February 23, 2026
Multiple states advance medical marijuana in hospitals bills; NYC mayor’s cannabis tax projections; Hemp letter to McConnell; AZ cannabis smoke bill Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Before
Can Missouri growers 'gift' marijuana in exchange for donations? It's a legal gray area
by Aminah Jenkins on February 22, 2026
Some marijuana growers in Missouri “gift” their product in exchange for donations. It's a practice that exists in a legal gray area created by a single clause in Missouri’s Constitution: Adults 21 and older may gift up to 3 ounces of cannabis to another adult “without consideration.”
Michigan’s marijuana wholesale tax puts pressure on small dispensaries
by Maxine McCullough on February 21, 2026
Michigan’s new cannabis tax went into effect at the start of the year, adding a 24% wholesale tax on top of a 16% sales tax. While this doesn’t mean consumers are faced with a 40% tax f…
Plans for Merriman Valley weed dispensary challenged in court
by Doug Brown on February 19, 2026
The complaint is the latest in a so far unsuccessful opposition effort to the proposed legal dispensary in the long-vacant CVS property.
Federal hemp ban leaves Minnesota THC sellers in limbo
by Harshawn Ratanpal on February 18, 2026
Minnesota already regulates hemp edibles, but it's unclear what Congress’ new cannabis rules mean for the state. That’s creating uncertainty for businesses that sell other hemp-derived beverages and other products.
Ellsworth denies license for medical cannabis chain with contaminated products
by Sabrina Martin on February 18, 2026
MarijuanaVille, which is one of the state’s largest medical marijuana chains, has already purchased Boss Lady Genetics but needs a local license.
Beezwax THC Dispensary opens in downtown Moorhead
by David Olson,Hunter Schwartz on February 18, 2026
The brand plans to open at least one additional store in Moorhead.
Kentucky medical cannabis advocates hope to see decrease in prices, more accessibility
by Samantha Condra on February 17, 2026
Kentucky's medical cannabis law went into effect over a year ago and thousands of medical cards have been issued, but it took several months after that for dispensaries to open.
Beezwax THC Dispensary opens in Moorhead
by Anna Ballweber on February 17, 2026
Beezwax THC Dispensary is located at 423 Main Ave. and offers several products including flower, edibles, vapes and more.
Missouri Sues Dispensary Selling Unregulated THC Products
by Cannabis Equipment News on February 16, 2026
The state is seeking civil penalties and injunctive relief.
Plano dispensary becomes one of first in North Texas to offer medical marijuana onsite
by Miriam Fauzia on February 14, 2026
Texas dispensaries can now store and deliver medical marijuana under the expansion of the state’s Compassionate Use Program.
Texas broadens Compassionate Use Program amid THC debate
by Phil Prazan on February 13, 2026
Texas’ medical marijuana program is expanding, with new laws now in effect that increase access for patients across the state, including in North Texas.
Colorado Marijuana Sales Fell for Fourth Straight Year in 2025
by Thomas Mitchell on February 11, 2026
The first green zone appears to have dried up.
Thieves Drive Stolen Car Through Marijuana Dispensary Window At Exactly 4:20 A.M.
by Henry Cesari on February 10, 2026
They may have thought their timing was clever; now they're in jail
Guide: Highly Rated Cannabis Dispensaries Near Albany
by Pamela Mahler on February 9, 2026
Canna-curious about where to find a dispensary near Albany? This guide features every licensed Albany cannabis dispensary for adults 21+.
FDA faces deadline for cannabis guidance this week (Newsletter: February 9, 2026)
by Tom Angell on February 9, 2026
Bondi could face marijuana questions; PA legalization push; Government-run dispensary opens; Poll: Cannabis consumers back Trump’s rescheduling move Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Free to read (but
'Kentucky-born, Kentucky-raised' | Northern Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary opens in Florence
by Connor Steffen on February 8, 2026
After a statewide rollout spanning years, Northern Kentucky saw its first medical marijuana dispensary, Bluegrass Cannacare, open on Saturday to patients in Florence.
Latest Retail Weed Recall Hits Over 30 Colorado Dispensaries
by Thomas Mitchell on February 7, 2026
It's the seventh recall issued for Colorado cannabis in 2026, and the eleventh in the last three months.
First medical cannabis dispensary opening in Northern Kentucky
by , The Enquirer on February 7, 2026
After Kentucky Gov. Beshear legalized medical cannabis a year ago, the first medical dispensary is opening in Northern Kentucky. Here's when and where.
Ohio attorney general sues marijuana MSOs, alleging price fixing ‘cannabis cartels’
by Chris Roberts on February 6, 2026
Ohio's adult-use cannabis industry has been taken over by MSOs running a price-fixing "cartel," the state attorney general alleges.
Northern Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary opens its doors
by James Pilcher, WKRC on February 6, 2026
Bluegrass Cannacare, Northern Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary, has officially opened in Florence.
South Carolina lawmakers push new bills to ban THC products, alarming dispensary owners
by Cameron Limes on February 5, 2026
Two new bills in South Carolina aim to regulate THC products, sparking frustration among local business owners.
Anoka will open Minnesota's first municipal cannabis dispensary this weekend
by Dustin Nelson on February 5, 2026
The Anoka Cannabis Company will be open only by appointment through its opening weekend.
Is weed legal in Florida and will marijuana be on the 2026 ballot?
by C. A. Bridges,Stephany Matat on February 5, 2026
Florida's recreational marijuana amendment faces new hurdles for the November ballot. The attorney general and the supreme court situations.
Anoka opens Minnesota’s first government-run cannabis dispensary, one of few of its kind in country
by Nicole Ki on February 5, 2026
The city of Anoka held a soft opening for its new dispensary, Anoka Cannabis Company, on Thursday. It’s believed to be one of the only city-operated cannabis stores to open in the U.S. since a city in the state of Washington opened a dispensary back in 2015.

In a Boom-and-Bust Industry, Jetty Extracts Played the Long Game
by Kyle Rosner on March 2, 2026 at 3:30 pm
Jetty Extracts’ Nate Ferguson on playing the long game in cannabis, building in New York, and why compassion still matters. The post In a Boom-and-Bust Industry, Jetty Extracts Played the Long Game first appeared on High Times.
The End of the Vegetative Phase: A Revolution in Cannabis Cultivation
by Jorge Cervantes on March 2, 2026 at 2:35 pm
A “No-Veg” method flips plants straight to 12/12, trading smaller individual yields for higher annual output and a dramatic jump in top-shelf buds. The post The End of the Vegetative Phase: A Revolution in Cannabis Cultivation first appeared on High Times.
He Was Sentenced to 55 Years for Weed. Now He’s the Connector Behind Trump’s Cannabis Push.
by Rolando García on March 2, 2026 at 2:08 pm
Once a federal marijuana defendant facing a stacked sentence, Angelos now works the same levers that crushed him, arguing rescheduling could change who gets charged, how hard, and what happens next. The post He Was Sentenced to 55 Years for Weed. Now He’s the Connector Behind Trump’s Cannabis Push. first appeared on High Times.
Inside NYCRA’s Fourth Annual Industry Event in Brooklyn
by Kyle Rosner on March 1, 2026 at 9:21 pm
The New York Cannabis Retail Association returns to Brooklyn March 13 with its fourth annual industry event, uniting retailers and brands. The post Inside NYCRA’s Fourth Annual Industry Event in Brooklyn first appeared on High Times.
‘The West Wing’ Freaked Out About Weed. ‘Veep’ Barely Blinked. The Evolution of Weed on Political TV
by Coco Kesselman on February 28, 2026 at 3:05 pm
Three shows, three eras: how cannabis went from a political third rail to a punchline, then to a plausible policy position. The post ‘The West Wing’ Freaked Out About Weed. ‘Veep’ Barely Blinked. The Evolution of Weed on Political TV first appeared on High Times.
Think You Have the Best Homegrown in California? Here’s Your Chance to Prove It.
by Adam Tschorn on February 27, 2026 at 6:03 pm
For 2026, the California Cannabis Awards adds a new category for the backyard farmer. Here's what you need to know. The post Think You Have the Best Homegrown in California? Here’s Your Chance to Prove It. first appeared on High Times.
Monsanto Never Cracked Weed. 2026 Might Open the Door
by Rolando García on February 27, 2026 at 4:49 pm
The changes converging around 2026, especially the shift to regulating cannabis seeds by THC potential and the slow march toward rescheduling, represent the first real structural opening for a Monsanto-style player in weed. The post Monsanto Never Cracked Weed. 2026 Might Open the Door first appeared on High Times.
Ethan Hawke’s First Acting Award Was a Bong From High Times. He Has Not Forgotten It.
by Javier Hasse on February 27, 2026 at 4:31 pm
Long before his fifth Oscar nomination, Ethan Hawke’s first acting award came in the form of a bong. Not a plaque. Not a medal. A glass bong from High Times. While promoting Blue Moon, Richard Linklater’s new film in which Hawke plays Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, the actor paused to thank his longtime collaborator and The post Ethan Hawke’s First Acting Award Was a Bong From High Times. He Has Not Forgotten It. first appeared on High Times.
Ten Black Heroes Behind Cannabis Legalization
by High Times Contributors on February 27, 2026 at 1:25 am
These Black leaders helped change cannabis law through advocacy, research, and public leadership across decades of reform. The post Ten Black Heroes Behind Cannabis Legalization first appeared on High Times.
Standing on the Moon in Japan: Hemp, History, and the Long Game in Japan
by Bob Hoban on February 26, 2026 at 3:05 pm
From ancient hemp traditions to modern restraint, Japan’s cannabis story unfolds slowly—revealing why patience, culture, and history still matter. The post Standing on the Moon in Japan: Hemp, History, and the Long Game in Japan first appeared on High Times.

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Massachusetts Ballot Measure To Roll Back Marijuana Legalization Is Opposed By Most State Residents, Poll Shows
by Kyle Jaeger on March 3, 2026
Massachusetts voters will have a chance to vote on a ballot initiative in November that would roll back the state’s adult-use marijuana law—and a new poll shows that an overwhelming majority of residents do not want to see that happen. The Bay State Poll from the University of Hampshire’s States of Opinion Project asked Massachusetts
Can I get pulled over for smelling like weed in WA? How cannabis DUI laws work
by Karlee Van De Venter on March 3, 2026
Learn whether the smell of cannabis constitutes probable cause.
Blackpool drugs gang dressed as police to raid cannabis farms
by bbc.com on March 3, 2026
Lancashire Police says it found pictures of gang members in police uniforms on their phones.
New wholesale tax drops cannabis revenue in Michigan 16% in January
by Michael Arney on March 3, 2026
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM.FM) - The cannabis industry in Michigan is reeling from the results of a 24% wholesale ta...
Supreme Court talks cannabis rescheduling in gun rights hearing (Newsletter: March 3, 2026)
by Tom Angell on March 3, 2026
Hemp THC ban pro & con arguments to Congress; MD medical marijuana employment protections; VA cannabis resentencing votes Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… BREAKING: Journalism is often
Study finds no links between cannabis use and cognitive decline or dementia in older people
by Oxford_NDPH on March 3, 2026
A large observational study by researchers at Oxford Population Health and the Department of Psychiatry has found no evidence that cannabis use contributes to cognitive decline in later life, or that it increases the risk of dementia. The findings are published in BMJ Mental Health. Cannabis is the most widely used illicit substance globally, with use increasing significantly among older adults in recent years, largely driven by its legalisation for medical and recreational use in many countries. Some studies have found associations between cannabis use and impairments to memory, recall and brain processing speed, but the findings are inconsistent and little is known about how the drug’s psychoactive compounds influence gradual declines in brain function associated with ageing, or neurogenerative diseases such as dementia. The study set out to address this gap using data from two large cohorts followed over a number of years – the UK Biobank (UKB) and the US Million Veteran Program (MVP). Nearly 19,000 UKB participants who self-reported as having ever used cannabis were divided into low frequency (1 – 10 uses of cannabis) or high frequency users (11 – 100+ times). MVP participants were identified as cannabis users through a history of ‘cannabis use disorder’ recorded in their electronic health records. Cannabis users’ performance in five different cognitive tests, including numeric memory, pair matching and problem solving, was then compared with a control group of non-cannabis users. The cannabis users performed significantly better on some of the tests than non-users, although the authors note that this was less likely due to any benefit from the cannabis than the fact that cannabis users in the UKB cohort tended to come from a higher socioeconomic background and have higher levels of education than non-users. Genetic analyses also supported this conclusion. Saba Ishrat, DPhil candidate in the Department of Psychiatry, and lead author of the paper, said ‘Although cannabis users performed slightly better on some cognitive tests at baseline, this should not be interpreted as cannabis improving cognition. The differences we observed are more likely explained by underlying demographic, educational and socioeconomic factors that differ between users and non-users, rather than a protective effect of cannabis itself. Our findings underscore the importance of carefully distinguishing association from causation in research on brain health.’ Dr Anya Topiwala, Senior Clinical Researcher at Oxford Population Health and Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, said ‘Across large UK and US cohorts, and using genetic approaches to explore potential causal relationships, we found no evidence that cannabis use was associated with accelerated cognitive decline or increased dementia risk in older adults. However, this should not be interpreted as cannabis being risk-free. Cannabis use is associated with other adverse health outcomes, and further research is needed to understand the effects of higher-dose, long-term use on brain health in later life.’ The researchers acknowledged the limitations of using data from the UK Biobank due to the participants being predominantly healthier than the general population and less likely to be heavy cannabis users. Conversely, relying on diagnoses of cannabis use disorder in the MVP group likely created a bias towards more severe cases. They were also unable to measure the potency of cannabis used.
MO cannabis regulators target bad actors, delays in ownership approval
by Rebecca Rivas on March 3, 2026
Missouri cannabis regulators have proposed new rules to penalize bad actors, streamline ownership changes and allow publicly traded companies.
Best Beer Destinations: New Guinness Brewery Opens in London
by American Craft Beer on March 3, 2026
(Courtesy BrewDog) In a surprise move that has sent shockwaves through the craft beer world, Scottish punk brewer BrewDog has been partially acquired by Tilray Brands, a Canada-headquartered leader in beverages, cannabis,

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