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[#item_full_content] Sen. Mitch McConnell says he will continue to fight to close what he’s calling the “bad actor loophole” in the hemp industry. That’s despite recent opposition from Kentucky’s other senator, Rand Paul. Read More

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Riverhead Confirms Cannabis Moratorium Public Hearing
by Oliver Peterson on August 8, 2025
The Riverhead Town Board voted unanimously on Tuesday to hold a public hearing to discuss a one-year moratorium on new cannabis businesses.
Police seize 200 lbs of cannabis from illegal Sudbury dispensary
by Sudbury.com on August 8, 2025
GSPS alleges ‘The Red Eyes’ was operating an illegal dispensary after receiving a complaint the service had sold cannabis to a 13-year-old
Ky's first marijuana dispensary will be in Beaver Dam
by Mark Green on August 8, 2025
Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary is expected to open in the fall, according to Gov. Andy Beshear.
Does Yonkers Have Too Many Marijuana Dispensaries?
by danmurphy on August 7, 2025
Yonkers Community Pushes Back on Proposed Cannabis Store on McLean Avenue Proposed site of new cannabis dispensary at 865-867 McLean Ave By Dan Murphy In a recent State of the City address, Mayor Mike Spano asked why there were so many Cannabis Dispensaries along Central Avenue. The Mayor makes a good point, which is now
Macomb County gets new cannabis dispensary and consumption lounge
by Steve Neavling on August 7, 2025
Bowdega and Burn1 are celebrating their grand openings Saturday
The Daily Green Opens Cannabis Dispensary in Times Square
by The Daily Green on August 7, 2025
EXTRA! EXTRA! WEED ALL ABOUT IT! The New Dispensary In The Heart of New York’s Most Iconic Neighborhood Brings Cannabis Culture To The Crossroads Of The...
Opening Legal Marijuana Dispensaries Is Tied To A Huge Drop In Opioid-Related Deaths, Analysis Finds
by Kyle Jaeger on August 6, 2025
Counties that have marijuana dispensaries see an average of 30 percent fewer opioid-related deaths compared to counties without legal cannabis shops open, suggesting a substitution effect away from prescription pills and heroin toward the plant-based treatment, according to a new data analysis. In a Washington Post piece on Wednesday, Harvard University economics student Julien Berman
St. Louis County Council delays vote on bill to ban sale of Delta-8 THC outside dispensaries
by Laura Barczewski on August 6, 2025
Menominee residents vote to limit number of marijuana dispensaries in the city
by Mallory Allen, FOX 11 News on August 5, 2025
Since Michigan legalized recreational marijuana in 2018, more and more pot shops have been opening in Menominee.
Trulieve to Launch New Pot Shop in Bisbee Location
by Lyda Longa lyda.longa@myheraldreview.com on August 5, 2025
Trulieve, a mega-dispensary in Arizona, is opening a pot shop in Bisbee. They will be the sole legal marijuana dispenser in Cochise County, offering both medical and recreational pot.
Cannabis cultivation plant in Milford MA will shut down. How many jobs will be lost
by Caroline Bunnell on August 4, 2025
Ayr Wellness will close its cannabis cultivation facility in Milford, resulting in the loss of 157 jobs.
Norwalk police seize illegal THC products, nitrous oxide in smoke shop raid
by Pat Tomlinson on August 4, 2025
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by Kilat Fitzgerald on August 3, 2025
The Smoking Tree cannabis shop is open in Albert Lea, but supply regulations and registration issues with the city are currently preventing cannabis products from being sold there.
Her Dispensary Was Set to Open. Then New York Got in the Way.
by Ashley Southall on August 2, 2025
State cannabis regulators suddenly changed a rule governing how close dispensaries can be to schools, upending dozens of owners’ plans.
Kentucky's first medical cannabis dispensary approved, expected to open this fall
by WDRB on August 2, 2025
Gov. Andy Beshear said it's another major step forward in making sure Kentuckians with serious medical conditions have access to the medicine they need.
'It's about time': Opening day for Delaware's legal weed sales draws crowds across state
by Shane Brennan on August 1, 2025
Dispensaries across Delaware welcomed recreational weed customers for the first time. We checked out what opening day looked like.
Delaware launches first wave of recreational marijuana retail dispensaries
by Sarah Petrowich on August 1, 2025
After two years of anticipation, Delaware’s recreational marijuana market launches its first wave of retail dispensaries.
Kentucky’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Has Been Approved For Operations, Governor Announces
by Tom Angell on August 1, 2025
The governor of Kentucky has announced that the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary has officially been approved for operations. “Great news, Kentucky—today, we approved the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary for operations in Beaver Dam,” Gov. Andy Beshear (D) said in a social media post on Thursday. “The Post Dispensary is expected to open its
Gov. Hochul vows no dispensary closures after cannabis law misstep jeopardizes 89 NYC businesses
by Adam Daly on August 1, 2025
Gov. Kathy Hochul is promising that 89 licensed cannabis dispensaries in New York City, and dozens more statewide, will not be forced to shut down after the

Nothing Made Me Trip Harder Than My HIV Pills
by Benjamin M. Adams on August 9, 2025 at 3:11 pm
Some HIV drugs have weird psychedelic side effects, but these can be augmented with medical cannabis. The post Nothing Made Me Trip Harder Than My HIV Pills first appeared on High Times.
The Rebrand No One Asked For
by Lucas Indrikovs on August 8, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Cannabis isn’t just a drug anymore, and dispensaries aren’t just drug stores. But legal weed feels like it’s leaving the people and culture that built it behind. Can you gentrify a plant? The post The Rebrand No One Asked For first appeared on High Times.
Planet 13 Kicks Off Monthly ‘Planet the 13th Night Market,’ for Indoor Art and Makers
on August 8, 2025 at 4:58 pm
Planet 13 Las Vegas is partnering with Slonina ARTSpace to celebrate local creativity and community at the world's largest dispensary.
TerrAscend Reports $65M in Q2 Revenue From Continuing Operations
on August 8, 2025 at 4:46 pm
The multistate cannabis operator reported positive cash flow from continuing operations for the 12th consecutive quarter.
Hemp Feed Coalition Secures AAFCO Official Publication for Hemp Seed Meal in Poultry Feed
on August 8, 2025 at 4:29 pm
Despite the milestone, the regulatory path to market for hemp feed remains riddled with bureaucratic obstacles.
Is Cannabis Really Legal If You Can’t Grow Your Own Weed?
by A.J. Herrington on August 8, 2025 at 4:14 pm
Many states have legalized weed, but still ban home grows. Experts argue that without the right to grow, legalization is just corporate cannabis by another name. The post Is Cannabis Really Legal If You Can’t Grow Your Own Weed? first appeared on High Times.
California Could Tighten Cannabis Regulations, Up Penalties After State Audit
on August 8, 2025 at 3:31 pm
Unclear rules and insufficient enforcement ‘hamper’ the Department of Cannabis Control’s ability to identify packaging that’s attractive to children.
From The Vault: 25 Things Every Growroom Should Have (1999)
by High Times Vault on August 8, 2025 at 10:30 am
Bountiful harvests are easy in a growroom equipped with the right gear. Some essentials are household items that cost next to nothing while a few items can be a bit pricey. All of them make gardening easier, safer and more productive. So, without further ado, here are 25 useful items no bud garden should be without. The post From The Vault: 25 Things Every Growroom Should Have (1999) first appeared on High Times.
Workers at Cannabis Software Firm Dutchie File for Landmark Union Election
on August 8, 2025 at 7:57 am
The election marks the first time that cannabis software company workers have filed to form a union.
Ascend Wellness Reports $127M in Q2 Net Revenue
on August 8, 2025 at 6:51 am
The multistate cannabis operator also reported its 10th straight quarter of positive operating cash flow.
Grateful Dead 60th Anniversary: A Long, Strange Celebration In Golden Gate Park
by James Loud on August 7, 2025 at 10:53 pm
The Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary celebration at Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park was less a concert and… The post Grateful Dead 60th Anniversary: A Long, Strange Celebration In Golden Gate Park first appeared on High Times.
Verano Reports $202M in Q2 Revenue
on August 7, 2025 at 2:28 pm
The multistate cannabis operator continued streamlining operations to improve its margins and position itself for a stronger second half of 2025.
Cresco Labs Reports $164M in Q2 Revenue
on August 7, 2025 at 2:07 pm
The multistate cannabis operator’s debt refinancing strengthens its foundation for long-term value creation.
The Cannabist Co. Reports $86M in Q2 Revenue
on August 7, 2025 at 12:54 pm
The multistate cannabis operator announced the sale of three Pennsylvania dispensaries as it continues to right-size operations.
Verano President Darren Weiss Resigns Role
on August 7, 2025 at 12:27 pm
Weiss, who joined the multistate operator in 2017, is leaving the company to pursue cannabis business opportunities outside the U.S.
From The Vault: AYAHUASCA CEREMONY IN THE AMAZON (1999)
by High Times Vault on August 7, 2025 at 10:00 am
"Mestre Asplingler invites the Caravan to a 'oasca sessau’ in his house this weekend. We are meeting Friday afternoon, bring your hammocks and get ready for a long journey.” With these words. French-Italian photographer Leo Principe, also known as Prince of the Amazon forest or the lost son of Tarzan, let me know we were being admitted to a secret ritual. The post From The Vault: AYAHUASCA CEREMONY IN THE AMAZON (1999) first appeared on High Times.
Grön Handcrafted Medical Marijuana Infused Troches Debut In Pennsylvania
on August 7, 2025 at 9:04 am
The troches debuted exclusively at Curaleaf stores and will expand to other retail facilities beginning next week.
The Daily Green Opens Cannabis Dispensary in Times Square
on August 7, 2025 at 8:52 am
The dispensary in the heart of New York’s most iconic neighborhood brings cannabis culture to the crossroads of the world with media-inspired design and energy.
NY Head Cannabis Regulator Sends New Letter to Businesses Impacted by School Proximity Correction
on August 6, 2025 at 5:44 pm
Felicia Reid, the New York Office of Cannabis Management’s acting executive director, clarified next steps for impacted businesses.
Inventory Costing: One of Cannabis’s Most Misunderstood and Financially Critical Business Processes
on August 6, 2025 at 5:35 pm
By approaching inventory costing strategically—not just as a back-office task—cannabis businesses can strengthen tax compliance and operational efficiency, and support long-term growth.
Panama’s UN Ambassador Talks Weed: ‘We Produced An Allegedly Very Good Product’
by Sara Brittany Somerset on August 6, 2025 at 5:03 pm
At the U.N., Panama’s ambassador got candid about cannabis history, drug policy, and why he’s never set foot in a Broadway dispensary. The post Panama’s UN Ambassador Talks Weed: ‘We Produced An Allegedly Very Good Product’ first appeared on High Times.
Joint for Life: Alison Brie and Dave Franco Gave Weed to Their Wedding Guests
by Marian Venini on August 6, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Alison Brie & Dave Franco revealed they not only served pizza at their wedding but also offered cannabis to guests to help them "let loose and go crazy." The post Joint for Life: Alison Brie and Dave Franco Gave Weed to Their Wedding Guests first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Is Being Grown Like It’s Bitcoin: That’s A Problem
by Rolando García on August 6, 2025 at 2:10 pm
Your weed might be grown indoors with massive energy use. Here’s why cannabis could be worse for the climate than crypto. The post Cannabis Is Being Grown Like It’s Bitcoin: That’s A Problem first appeared on High Times.
Trulieve Reports $302 Million in Q2 2025 Revenue
on August 6, 2025 at 12:53 pm
The multistate cannabis operator sold more than 12.5 million in branded products in the second quarter.
FLUENT CEO Resigns in Mutual Departure Agreement
on August 6, 2025 at 12:30 pm
Robert Beasley is resigning his positions as CEO and board director, as he and the cannabis company determined it is in the best interest of both parties.

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Loan Applications for All Cannabis Social Equity Licensees Set to Open August 11th
by Submitted by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity on August 10, 2025
CHICAGO Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced that applications for Round 3 of th
Oral cancer risk tripled in people with problematic cannabis use
by https://newatlas.com/author/paul-mcclure/ on August 9, 2025
People with cannabis use disorder had more than triple the odds of developing oral cancer, a large five-year study found, raising red flags about the carcinogenic risks of heavy cannabis use, especially in its smoked form.
Aurora Cannabis: Downgrading On Regulatory Headwinds And Competitive Pressures (ACB)
by Henrik Alex on August 9, 2025
Aurora Cannabis posted mixed Q1 FY2026 results, facing sales pressure, covenant issues, and looming German regulatory risks. See why ACB stock is downgraded to hold.
Industry built for medical cannabis patients leaving them behind
by https://chicago.suntimes.com/authors/letters-to-the-editor on August 9, 2025
Medical cannabis patients are now treated as an afterthought. It doesn't have to be that way. Also, the heat's effect on the unhoused, Gaza, guardianships, toxic exposure, Trump, air quality, Officer Ella French and Texas Democrats' Illinois visit.
Southwick’s first cannabis dispensary is open for business
by Cliff Clark | The Westfield News | cclark@thereminder.com on August 9, 2025
Less than a year after the Southwick Select Board gave the greenlight for Pioneer Valley Trading Co. to open the town’s first recreational marijuana dispensary, it opened for business on Wednesday.
Opinion: Is CT bending its own rules on cannabis safety?
by Lou Rinaldi on August 9, 2025
Our shared goal must be a safe, transparent, and trusted cannabis program for all residents of Connecticut.
A proposed ballot initiative in MA would roll back marijuana legalization. Will it pass?
by Margie Cullen on August 9, 2025
A group of Massachusetts citizens have filed an initiative petition to roll back marijuana legalization in the state.
Kanehsatà:ke gripped by environmental, political battles as cannabis megastores expand
by CBC on August 9, 2025
Kanehsatà:ke is currently facing a cannabis-cash-fuelled construction boom reshaping the territory's land and the coastline, which runs along Lake of Two Mountains.

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