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New Ohio cannabis law takes effect, bringing new rules on use, transport and sales
by Hunter Bertram on March 20, 2026
Effort to repeal ban on hemp, THC drinks, fails as debate about cannabis use continues
by Nora Igelnik on March 19, 2026
A new marijuana law goes into effect on March 20 since a cannabis advocacy group does not get enough signatures to get a referendum on the ballot by March 19.
Phoenix dispensary’s ‘Cheech & Chong’ prerolls recalled for fungus issue
by Zach Buchanan on March 18, 2026
Arizona weed products associated with JARS Cannabis were taken off shelves due to a possible contamination of Aspergillus.
Ohio to restrict THC drinks, hemp products after group fails to block law
by , The Columbus Dispatch on March 18, 2026
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice didn't collect enough signatures for its effort to block a new hemp and marijuana law from taking effect March 20.
Speakeasy Dispensary Offers Low-Cost Medical Cannabis Certification in Kentucky
by Cannabis Equipment News on March 18, 2026
The events will be held on Fridays.
An Army Reservist Owns a Cannabis Dispensary. It May End His Career.
by Ashley Southall on March 18, 2026
Selling marijuana is strictly prohibited in the military. What that means for soldiers who own businesses is unclear.
Guide: Highly Rated Cannabis Dispensaries Near Albany
by Pamela Mahler on March 17, 2026
Canna-curious about where to find a dispensary near Albany? This guide features every licensed Albany cannabis dispensary for adults 21+.
Virginia to Launch Adult-Use Dispensary Sales in January 2027
by Tony Lange on March 16, 2026
State lawmakers agreed on the specifics of a cannabis sales bill, from the launch date to taxes, licensing fees, regulatory duties, and more.
Alabama Medical Marijuana Sales Near Launch After Years Of Delay
by Marijuana Moment on March 15, 2026
“There’s a part of me that my heart’s dancing because we are so much closer. So there’s more gratitude right now than anything.” By Anna Barrett, Alabama Reflector The Montgomery location of Callie’s Apothecary does not look like much. But standing on the concrete floors and surrounded by metal beams, owner Vince Schilleci described how
Louisville dispensary helps patients apply for medical cannabis cards at reduced cost
by Reyna Katko on March 15, 2026
A Louisville dispensary is helping people apply for medical marijuana cards at a discounted rate.
60 pounds of marijuana seized in Middletown smoke shop crackdown: Cops
by Richard Chumney on March 14, 2026
Police seized large amounts of marijuana and other THC-infused products during raids at three separate stores Tuesday, police said.
Medical marijuana dispensary coming to Talladega
by Rob Strickland Daily Home correspondent on March 13, 2026
An Ashland physician is one of only 9 doctors authorized to recommend medical cannabis for patients in Alabama, and Talladega will have one of the few dispensaries in the state.
New Texas THC rules could ban smokable hemp by March 31
by Faith Bugenhagen on March 12, 2026
New Texas health rules change how THC is measured in hemp products, a move that could effectively ban smokable hemp statewide.
Small businesses prepare for Ohio's hemp ban. ‘We’re the ones who suffer’
by , The Columbus Dispatch on March 12, 2026
Ohio CBD stores and breweries face an uncertain future as the state prepares to ban hemp and THC drinks.
‘Our market’s not fully rolled out’: Delaware retail weed sales fall far short of estimates, trail New Jersey and Maryland
by Cris Barrish on March 12, 2026
State officials contend the market will expand when new growers, manufacturers and retailers begin operating and prices become more competitive.
Colorado Weed Prices Reach a Sad New Low
by Thomas Mitchell on March 11, 2026
"The consumer largely doesn't care. They want big buds that are cheap and test high in THC."
Texas ban on selling smokable cannabis takes effect March 31
by Nathan Bernier on March 11, 2026
New state rules change how THC levels are calculated and raise fees on hemp businesses by as much as 4,000%
First ‘craft cannabis’ products hit recreational dispensaries in Minnesota
by Nicole Ki on March 11, 2026
Minnesota’s “craft cannabis” market is starting to take shape as the first few products from small, independent producers make it to dispensary shelves. But producers say testing is proving to be the biggest obstacle.
Boston’s TD Garden owners suing nearby weed dispensary ‘The Boston Garden’ in trademark claim
by Harry Cockburn on March 10, 2026
Boston Garden stadium closed in 1995, was demolished in 1998, and its successor was named TD Garden
Eliminating Oklahoma's medical marijuana industry would be 'death blow,' costly to state
by Emma Murphy of Oklahoma Voice on March 10, 2026
During his State of the State address last month, Gov. Kevin Stitt called on lawmakers to send a ballot measure back to voters that would make medical marijuana illegal and shut down the industry.
Boston Garden pot shop sued by TD Garden owner: "Never heard of anybody confusing us with the arena"
by Neal Riley on March 9, 2026
Is medical marijuana on its way to Alabama? First dispensary set to open soon
by Anna Barrett,Alabama Reflector on March 9, 2026
The first place in Alabama one can purchase legal medical cannabis might be open soon.
Eliminating Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry would be ‘death blow,’ costly to state
by Emma Murphy on March 9, 2026
In the months after Oklahoma voters legalized medical marijuana, Mike Khemmoro and his business partner poured their life’s savings into founding a thriving business that has grown to 10 locations.
Some NJ Girl Scouts ‘got in trouble’ with leaders for selling cookies at weed dispensary. But they aren’t the only enterprising troop
by Erin Keller on March 8, 2026
Troops across the United States have long set up booths in spots where they expect high footfall or a particularly cookie-hungry clientele, from shooting ranges to marijuana shops and bars. But where they are allowed to sell appears to depend on the state, Erin Keller finds
One of Colorado’s Largest Dispensary Chains Agrees to Buyout
by Thomas Mitchell on March 6, 2026
The buyers expect Colorado's cannabis market will "continue to consolidate over time."
Girl Scout troop's cookie booth outside Mount Laurel marijuana dispensary draws praise, criticism
by Amanda Pitts on March 6, 2026
A Girl Scout troop's idea to sell cookies outside of a Mount Laurel, New Jersey, marijuana dispensary has drawn both praise and criticism.
Mom’s homemade medical cannabis recipe now being sold at Georgia dispensaries
by Chelsea Beimfohr on March 6, 2026
A Georgia mother now has a medical cannabis oil for sale on dispensary shelves.
Burlington County Girl Scouts told they can’t sell cookies outside marijuana dispensary
by News 12 - Default on March 6, 2026
A representative for the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey said that Girl Scouts are only allowed to set up booths outside businesses where they themselves can enter and purchase something.
Lawmakers strike down bill capping THC levels in Oregon’s cannabis edibles
by Jashayla Pettigrew on March 6, 2026
The proposal aimed to prevent children from accidentally consuming edibles and experiencing cannabis poisoning.
Marijuana stores cannot call themselves dispensaries, Michigan agency says
by FOX 2 Detroit on March 6, 2026
In addition to "dispensary," pot shops are also told they cannot call themselves pharmacies, apothecary, drugstore, medicine store or druggist.

Even the DEA Says Teen Weed Use Is Down. WSJ Still Ties Teen Access to Legalization. Why Ignore the Data?
by Javier Hasse on March 20, 2026 at 5:19 pm
WSJ keeps linking teen cannabis access and risk to legalization, but national data and recent studies do not show a youth-use surge. The post Even the DEA Says Teen Weed Use Is Down. WSJ Still Ties Teen Access to Legalization. Why Ignore the Data? first appeared on High Times.
Less MDMA, More Cocaine and Ketamine: Wastewater Data Reveals Shifts in Drug Use in Europe
by Marian Venini on March 20, 2026 at 3:23 pm
Wastewater data from across Europe reveals shifting drug use trends, with rising cocaine and ketamine levels and declining MDMA consumption. The post Less MDMA, More Cocaine and Ketamine: Wastewater Data Reveals Shifts in Drug Use in Europe first appeared on High Times.
The Rolling Paper King You’ve Never Heard Of Beat Zig-Zag to the Pop-Up Booklet
by Rolando García on March 20, 2026 at 1:27 pm
Long before modern brands existed, a Sephardic merchant built a rolling-paper empire that stretched across Europe. His name faded, but his influence shaped how generations smoked, played, and lived. The post The Rolling Paper King You’ve Never Heard Of Beat Zig-Zag to the Pop-Up Booklet first appeared on High Times.
How Little Beach Harvest Is Building Tribal Cannabis Power on Long Island
by Kyle Rosner on March 20, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Inside how Little Beach Harvest is using cannabis to build tribal sovereignty, community space, and a new retail model on Shinnecock territory. The post How Little Beach Harvest Is Building Tribal Cannabis Power on Long Island first appeared on High Times.
Steve DeAngelo Talks Smuggling Weed And Why Legalization Still Isn’t Working In Jerry Chu’s New Podcast Video
by Javier Hasse on March 20, 2026 at 1:01 am
The first episode of Jerry Chu’s new long-form video podcast, produced with En Volá and distributed through High Times’ YouTube channel, opens with Steve DeAngelo on legacy cannabis, corporate drift, hemp wars and the legalization fight he says the industry still hasn’t finished. The post Steve DeAngelo Talks Smuggling Weed And Why Legalization Still Isn’t Working In Jerry Chu’s New Podcast Video first appeared on High Times.
Anti-Cannabis Group SAM Says New York Weed Is Failing. The Data Says Otherwise.
by Rolando García on March 19, 2026 at 3:18 pm
SAM’s latest critique of legalization raises real policy questions, but several of its strongest claims overstate what the current evidence can actually show. The post Anti-Cannabis Group SAM Says New York Weed Is Failing. The Data Says Otherwise. first appeared on High Times.
AEW’s Marina Shafir Hits Hard, Smokes Weed, and Would Rather Talk About Family
by Jeff Siegel on March 18, 2026 at 4:34 pm
The AEW star gets candid about loss, love, life on the road, and the role cannabis has played in helping her stay grounded through it all. The post AEW’s Marina Shafir Hits Hard, Smokes Weed, and Would Rather Talk About Family first appeared on High Times.
Marijuana Reform Isn’t This White House’s Drug Policy Priority
by Javier Hasse on March 18, 2026 at 3:01 pm
Sara Carter, the former investigative journalist and Fox News contributor now serving as White House drug czar, has spent her early months emphasizing fentanyl, trafficking and addiction, not marijuana reform. Cannabis may still move through federal channels, but it is clearly not the part of drug policy this White House wants to lead with. The post Marijuana Reform Isn’t This White House’s Drug Policy Priority first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Can Cost You Your Visa: Immigration Risks for Non-Citizens in the United States
by Coco Kesselman on March 18, 2026 at 2:12 pm
For non-U.S. citizens residing in the country, the consequences of cannabis use can be severe and even lead to deportation. Here's what you need to know. The post Cannabis Can Cost You Your Visa: Immigration Risks for Non-Citizens in the United States first appeared on High Times.
Is Weed ‘More Immoral’ than Abortion? Global Survey Ranks ‘Acceptable’ Behaviors
by Marian Venini on March 17, 2026 at 7:03 pm
A new survey conducted by Pew Research examined what is considered "morally acceptable" in 25 countries. Even though worldwide cannabis was largely considered unacceptable, that was not the case in the US. The post Is Weed ‘More Immoral’ than Abortion? Global Survey Ranks ‘Acceptable’ Behaviors first appeared on High Times.

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Push to repeal New York medical cannabis tax amid ‘crisis’ claims
by Margaret Jackson on March 20, 2026
Declining sales are boosting a state lawmaker's plan to repeal New York's excise tax on medical cannabis, which operators say is in "crisis."
Cannabis MSO Vireo Growth’s aggressive strategy paying off
by Chris Roberts on March 20, 2026
And the Minnesota-based multistate operator says it's not done scooping up permits, even in so-called troubled markets.
You can buy THC drinks in Kentucky, but you can't bring them to Ohio
by , The Enquirer on March 20, 2026
Under the new law, bringing Kentucky's cannabis into the Buckeye State is illegal.
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission audit finds violations, $200K overpayment
by Morgan Hightower on March 20, 2026
The audit also found a records management failure, violations of the Alabama Open Meetings Act, improperly adopted fee schedule, and that the Commission established a rule that conflicts with state law.
Dual Cannabis and Tobacco Smoking in Young Patients With Lung Cancer: Distinct Clinical Features Emerge From a Prospective Study
by https://www.facebook.com/gevorg.tamamyan on March 20, 2026
Dual cannabis and tobacco smoking in young lung cancer patients is linked to more emphysema and aggressive tumors in a prospective study.
Yale and McGill Collaborate to Expand Cannabis Research
by Yale School of Medicine on March 20, 2026
The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²) on March 11 announced a new collaboration with the McGill Research Centre for Cannabis (MRCC), marking an important step toward strengthening international partnerships in cannabis and cannabinoid research.
Border officer charged after allowing truck full of opium, cannabis, and tobacco to cross border into Ontario: RCMP
by Codi Wilson on March 20, 2026
A Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer is facing several charges after he allegedly allowed a transport truck filled with millions of dollars worth of opium, cannabis, and tobacco to cross the border into Niagara Region, the RCMP says.
Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission await passage of budget, regulatory bill
by Zach Wendling on March 20, 2026
The state commission is anxious for the Legislature to pass the state’s first bill related to a medical cannabis program as a key next step.

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