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Illicit farms, decriminalization and long-awaited licenses: A brief history of marijuana in Brooklyn

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April 20, 2026

[#item_full_content] This 4/20, Brooklynites are celebrating their favorite plant with everything from sunset yoga and weed festivals to a quick trip to one of nearly 80 legal dispensaries to refresh their stock. But just a few years ago, Brooklyn’s legal cannabis scene was practically nonexistent. For decades, New Yorkers faced harsh penalties if they were… Read More

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by Francesca Piggianelli on April 20, 2026
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MA updates law on cannabis sales in time for 4/20. What to know
by , Fall River Herald News on April 20, 2026
Just in time for 4/20, Massachusetts has overhauled its marijuana laws, doubling the amount you can buy and more. Here's what the law does.
Celebrating 4/20? These Sacramento-area dispensaries will offer sales on cannabis
by Camila Pedrosa on April 17, 2026
These 12 dispensaries in the capital region are among the many offering major sales — some already underway — and hosting parties for Monday’s celebration.
Mass. cannabis law could take effect before 4/20
by Irene Rotondo | IRotondo@masslive.com on April 17, 2026
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by , El Paso Times on April 17, 2026
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Prop. 64 at 10: Why the illicit cannabis market still dominates in California
by Grant Stringer on April 16, 2026
Illicit growers dominate California’s pot market, and 56% of cities and counties still ban retail sales.
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by Maddie Rhodes on April 16, 2026
Two batches of marijuana sold at six dispensaries across Colorado were recalled after they were found to be “contaminated.”
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by Lori Comstock on April 16, 2026
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The struggle for Rhode Island's cannabis worker co-ops
by Steph Machado on April 16, 2026
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by , Asbury Park Press on April 16, 2026
These Jersey Shore dispensaries are offering a variety of weed deals to celebrate 420 Day. See the list.
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by @natltoday on April 15, 2026
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Virginia Governor Amends Cannabis Bill to Delay Sales Another 6 Months
by Tony Lange on April 14, 2026
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First Alabama medical cannabis dispensary expected to open next month
by Simon Schuessler on April 9, 2026
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Reserve officer in fight with Army for owning marijuana dispensary
by Jeff Schogol on April 9, 2026
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by Margie Cullen on April 8, 2026
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by Jeff Ward on April 8, 2026
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Washington cannabis dispensary foe: 'Our city does not need drug money to be successful'
by Steve Stein on April 7, 2026
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Pa. losing pot revenue to neighbors as legalization efforts stall
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