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Louisville's 1st medical marijuana dispensary opens this weekend
by Alex Suckow on January 28, 2026
Medical cannabis will soon be available in Louisville.
Winter storm delays 2 marijuana dispensary openings in Central KY. When you can shop
by Aaron Mudd on January 28, 2026
Winter Storm Fern delayed openings for dispensaries in Nicholasville and Frankfort, but store staff say they’re moving ahead.
ONU poll explores perceptions of 'marijuana' v. 'cannabis'
by From staff reports on January 28, 2026
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Louisville’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens This Weekend
by Caleb Stultz on January 28, 2026
Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary, Kentucky Alternative Care, opens this weekend in the Highlands as Kentucky expands access to medical cannabis statewide.
Pictou Landing First Nation weed dispensary signage targeted
by Kevin Adshade on January 28, 2026
The battle between First Nations and the Province of Nova Scotia over cannabis sales took another turn recently.
Colorado Marijuana Businesses Caught Diluting Contaminated Products
by Thomas Mitchell on January 28, 2026
According to a memo from state cannabis officials, operators have been caught diluting extractions that failed pesticide testing, among other shady moves.
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Medical marijuana dispensaries open this week in Louisville and Frankfort
by WDRB Digital Staff on January 27, 2026
Medical marijuana dispensaries are set to open in Louisville and Frankfort this week.
Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary to open this weekend
by Ryan Van Velzer on January 27, 2026
The first medical marijuana dispensary in Louisville plans to open Jan. 31 in the Highlands neighborhood.
Akron City Council OKs revised plan for Fairlawn Heights dispensary
by Derek Kreider on January 27, 2026
Akron City Council voted 11-2 in favor of reworked dispensary plan near Ken Stewart's Grille. Merriman Valley shop plan stirs neighbors' opposition.
Exclusive | Bread, eggs, milk— and weed! Potheads swarm cannabis shops to prep...
by Carl Campanile on January 25, 2026
Oakland County weed entrepreneur creates ‘CannaBiz Rescue’ reality show to help save struggling dispensaries in US
by Aileen Wingblad on January 25, 2026
The series’ pilot was completed last year and is being shopped around to TV networks in Los Angeles.
Over 100 pounds of edibles seized at dispensary; woman arrested, says BCSO
by Jacob Beltran on January 23, 2026
Bexar County Sheriff's Office deputies say they followed a woman to a Northwest Side dispensary where they found narcotics, cash and handguns.
Four New Cannabis Recalls Hit 275 Colorado Dispensaries
by Thomas Mitchell on January 23, 2026
All four notices were related to different products and contaminants, with the dates of sale ranging from November 2024 to January 2026.
Denver marijuana dispensary’s licenses revoked after links to interstate drug case, code violations uncovered
by John Aguilar,Katie Langford on January 23, 2026
Denver officials revoked four business licenses for a Montbello marijuana dispensary and grow facility after finding repeated code violations and learning that one of the employees was arrested in …
Arkansas medical cannabis sales hit record $291 million in 2025
by Margaret Jackson on January 23, 2026
But there is untapped potential for growth in the state, where officials have yet to issue the full allotment of retail permits.
Weed backlash grows in Thailand as kids turn to cannabis
by Patpicha Tanakasempipat,Pathom Sangwongwanich on January 23, 2026
The plant could be criminalized once again after next month’s election, four years after its decriminalization.
Can Weed Help Fix the Jersey Shore?
by James Flippin on January 22, 2026
Co-owner Troy Moore measures marijuana at the \
Florida-based cannabis company opens second Cincinnati dispensary in former restaurant space
by Christian LeDuc on January 22, 2026
Beyond Hello is opening its second Cincinnati marijuana dispensary in Springdale, marking the Florida-based cannabis company's seventh Ohio location.
Software glitch halts some medical marijuana sales in Arkansas
by Neal Earley on January 22, 2026
Medical cannabis business in Arkansas came to a sudden halt Wednesday morning after the software the state uses to track marijuana experienced a glitch, causing some dispensaries to turn away patients.
Connecticut’s only medical marijuana dispensary may close
by Margaret Jackson on January 21, 2026
Bluepoint Wellness’s move comes after repeated denials from Westport’s Planning and Zoning Commission to allow recreational cannabis sales.
FBI investigates Fairfield pot shop previously tied to Chinese organized crime
by Jake Freudberg on January 21, 2026
The investigation at 201 Norridgewock Road led to at least 2 people being taken into custody, but further details were not immediately available.
Staten Island lawmakers propose stricter weed shop distance rules
by Sydney Maldonado | smaldonado@siadvance.com on January 20, 2026
Tannousis, a strong opponent of New York’s cannabis law, criticized OCM for what he says is “mismanagement."
Third medical marijuana dispensary plans to open in Central Kentucky this month
by Aaron Mudd on January 20, 2026
Like other dispensaries, officials warn supply is limited.
Michigan dispensaries are selling THC pouches that look a lot like Zyn
by @gandernewsroom on January 20, 2026
New, smoke-free cannabis pouches are borrowing a familiar format—and quietly changing how Michiganders get high.
Yellow-wearing man accused of stealing $1,400 in weed from D.C. dispen
by Brad Matthews on January 20, 2026
A man wearing bright yellow clothes is suspected of robbing an Adams Morgan medical marijuana dispensary of $1,400 worth of weed.
Michigan’s cannabis market heads into a year of upheaval
by Adrienne Roberts on January 20, 2026
Michigan's cannabis market is one of the largest markets in the country by volume. A 24% tax on marijuana threatens to disrupt this growth.
Nearly $1,400 worth of marijuana stolen from DC shop
by Amanda Hurley on January 19, 2026
A suspect pretending to be a customer robbed a DC marijuana store this weekend, getting away with more than $1,000 worth of product.
Louisville medical cannabis location prepares to open
by Richard Essex on January 16, 2026
Kentucky Alternative Care prepares to open as medical cannabis demand surges after first dispensary sells out.
Michigan’s cannabis market shrinks as new tax threatens more closures, layoffs
by Steve Neavling on January 16, 2026
Michigan’s cannabis industry is facing a sobering reckoning in 2026 that could have lasting ramifications for legal weed.

Cannabis Isn’t the Most Harmful Substance. Alcohol and Tobacco Are. Duh. Science Says So, Again.
by Javier Hasse on January 29, 2026 at 8:24 pm
A new Canadian analysis ranks alcohol and tobacco as far more harmful than cannabis, reinforcing what public health data has shown for years. The post Cannabis Isn’t the Most Harmful Substance. Alcohol and Tobacco Are. Duh. Science Says So, Again. first appeared on High Times.
Woodstock to Screen Documentary Exploring Cannabis and Creativity
by High Times on January 29, 2026 at 6:38 pm
Woodstock to Screen Documentary Exploring Cannabis and Creativity The post Woodstock to Screen Documentary Exploring Cannabis and Creativity first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Was Built by Breeders. The Legal Market Is Being Forced to Acknowledge That
by Javier Hasse on January 29, 2026 at 6:20 pm
A new push for permission, credit and compensation is challenging how cannabis genetics have been treated in the legal era. The post Cannabis Was Built by Breeders. The Legal Market Is Being Forced to Acknowledge That first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Can Be Medicine Without Being a Cure-All, New Research Shows
by High Times on January 29, 2026 at 4:20 pm
New Canadian research shows medical cannabis can help with pain, mood and quality of life, but outcomes vary widely by product, dose and patient. The post Cannabis Can Be Medicine Without Being a Cure-All, New Research Shows first appeared on High Times.
Whoopi Goldberg Is Talking Cannabis in New Jersey This Feb. 10
by High Times on January 29, 2026 at 3:25 pm
The cultural icon takes the stage at IgniteIt’s Market Spotlight to speak candidly about cannabis, wellness, and the long view she has carried for decades. The post Whoopi Goldberg Is Talking Cannabis in New Jersey This Feb. 10 first appeared on High Times.
Galexi Jones Wants Artists to Win, and She’s Building the Blueprint
by Kyle Rosner on January 29, 2026 at 2:55 pm
Galexi Jones grew up in Humboldt County’s cannabis and festival culture. Now in NYC, she’s releasing new music and building artist-first events with real integrity. The post Galexi Jones Wants Artists to Win, and She’s Building the Blueprint first appeared on High Times.
This 72-Year-Old Has Been to 24,000 Concerts. Weed Is How He Keeps Going.
by Hernán Panessi on January 29, 2026 at 2:29 am
After 50 years, bad knees, and more than 24,000 shows, Concert Joe says weed and music are the only things keeping him moving. The post This 72-Year-Old Has Been to 24,000 Concerts. Weed Is How He Keeps Going. first appeared on High Times.
Arizona’s Anti-Weed Push Meets an Unexpected Obstacle: Trump
by Javier Hasse on January 28, 2026 at 4:50 pm
Arizona Republicans want to kill legal weed sales. Trump’s rescheduling move just made that a lot harder. The post Arizona’s Anti-Weed Push Meets an Unexpected Obstacle: Trump first appeared on High Times.
This NJ Dispensary Feels Like a Neighborhood Shop, Not a Showroom
by Kyle Rosner on January 28, 2026 at 3:12 am
Authorized Dealer breaks from New Jersey’s showroom trend with a dispensary that feels local, human, and built for repeat visits. The post This NJ Dispensary Feels Like a Neighborhood Shop, Not a Showroom first appeared on High Times.
Air Fryer Changed Your Life? Now You Can Also Decarb Weed
by Marian Venini on January 27, 2026 at 7:17 pm
Decarboxylation is the first step for cooking with cannabis, which implies applying heat. This is where the air-fryer comes in, replacing the oven and adding precision to the process. The post Air Fryer Changed Your Life? Now You Can Also Decarb Weed first appeared on High Times.

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Cannabis Pesticide Testing: Analytical Challenges, Regulatory Gaps, and Opportunities for Improving Consumer Safety
by News-Medical on January 30, 2026
Illegal pesticides in cannabis cultivation raise safety concerns. This article explores regulatory challenges and the need for comprehensive testing standards.
2 Actually Profitable Pot Stocks To Buy Before Trump's Cannabis Rescheduling
by James Halley on January 30, 2026
Rescheduling cannabis to a Schedule 3 drug, if it happens, represents a long-term industry tailwind.
Cannabis-Infused Drinks Offer Consumers A 'Harm Reduction' Alternative To Alcohol, Study Shows
by Aaron Houston on January 30, 2026
A new study suggests that cannabis-infused beverages may help reduce the harms of alcohol drinking by providing an alternative for consumers. Public health researchers have long searched for realistic ways to reduce the toll of alcohol, a substance linked to nearly 200 diseases and injuries worldwide, and the new paper sheds light on the role
Avicanna Announces Medical Cannabis Real World Evidence Results and Publication
by Avicanna Inc. on January 30, 2026
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