PSN Briefings
Plain-English cannabis industry updates
What changed, what did not, and why it matters — short interpretive briefings from the Pot Shop News desk.
Episode 1 • Federal Rescheduling — What Actually Changed
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Virginia cannabis veto could boost hemp business
by Lauren Koong on May 28, 2026The Virginia governor vetoed legislation creating a regulated cannabis market, something hemp operators could use to their advantage.
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Minnesota Governor Walz Signs Landmark Cannabis Omnibus Bill, Reshaping State’s Cannabis Industry
by FoleyHoag on May 28, 2026On May 26, 2026, the Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed into law the 2026 Omnibus Cannabis Bill.
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US (NJ): Bloomfield leads Essex County in cannabis retail shops
by mmjdaily.com on May 28, 2026Bloomfield has more operating cannabis retailers than any town in Essex County, with six shops open and two more on the way as neighboring municipalities take a slower approach to marijuana…
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Guam: Cannabis Board could take action on applicants with no word back about expired credentials
by mmjdaily.com on May 28, 2026There's no word back from a potential cannabis grower and a possible testing lab operator whose government credentials have expired, according to Wednesday's Cannabis Control Board meeting.…
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After marijuana move to Schedule III, Jushi applies for DEA registration
by Stock Titan on May 28, 2026New DEA pathway for Schedule III medical cannabis lets state-licensed operators seek federal registration; Jushi filed applications for its operations.
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CBD may slow down cancer cell growth in dogs, study finds
by Kevin Dinneen on May 28, 2026A systematic review of pre-clinical studies has found that cannabidiol can reduce the growth of cancer cells in dogs, though researchers say more work is needed to determine the most effective doses and delivery methods.
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Some Cannabinoids May Ease Common Chronic Pain Conditions, Study Finds
by Dario Sabaghi on May 28, 2026A blend of non-intoxicating cannabinoids may offer relief for patients suffering from fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and knee or hip osteoarthritis.
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Medical marijuana: Can getting high be good for your health?
by Medical Xpress on May 28, 2026Cannabis is a psychoactive drug derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. Users can smoke the dried flowers and leaves as marijuana or make them into an oil or resin.
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New Jersey Says $5M in Cannabis Grant Funding Still Available
by Cannabis Equipment News on May 27, 2026It said $5 million has already been dispursed.
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White House’s ‘New Legal Authority’ for Hemp THC Products Leads CBT’s Top Stories in May
by Tony Lange on May 27, 2026The Trump administration’s drug control strategy indicated enforcement of intoxicating hemp products that have largely gone unregulated.
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Granby police seize cannabis, pills and cash in Saint-Urbain Street warehouse raid
by William Crooks on May 28, 2026Get local news like this every morning. Subscribe free below. Subscribe Pulse Newsroom GRANBY — A 29-year-old Granby man known to police was arrested on May 27 after officers executed a search warrant at a warehouse on Saint-Urbain Street in the city’s industrial corridor. The afternoon raid, carried out by investigators from Granby’s initiated crimes unit and the ACCES Cannabis team, was the result of an investigation launched in April 2026 following tips from members of the public about suspected illegal cannabis trafficking. Officers seized more than 600 grams of cannabis, approximately 400 grams of cannabis concentrate, more than 400 tablets, and roughly 50 grams of an unidentified powder that will be sent for analysis. Investigators also recovered more than $1,000 in cash along with trafficking-related materials including a cellphone, a scale, and packaging bags. The suspect was questioned by investigators and subsequently released. He could face criminal charges related to possession and trafficking of controlled substances. Granby police thanked community members whose tips led to the investigation, noting that public information is essential to initiating enforcement action. Anyone with information is asked to contact Granby police at 450-776-3333. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Échec au crime at 1-800-711-1800 or online at echecaucrime.com. Don’t miss the next story that affects your community. Join thousands of readers getting The Pulse every morning—plus breaking news alerts when it matters most. If you value this kind of local journalism, consider supporting it. Subscribe, share and like! Subscribe Share
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Nash County sheriff’s new anti-crime team makes drug bust in Bailey area
by William F. West Staff Writer on May 28, 2026A new Nash County sheriff’s Community Action Team formed to reduce and deter crime recently arrested a Bailey area man in connection with an alleged narcotics distribution ring.
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Alabama agriculture commissioner runoff sharpens as McInnis faces cannabis question, Hill pitches rural crime task force
by Sawyer Knowles on May 28, 2026The Alabama agriculture commissioner runoff sharpened as McInnis faced cannabis questions and Hill pitched a rural crime task force.
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Dublin man remanded over alleged €4.2m cannabis seizure in Co Clare
by Gordon Deegan on May 28, 2026The 210kg cannabis seizure was made as a result of a joint operation conducted by the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau, Clare ...
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Diss woman smuggled 23 kilos of cannabis through Gatwick
by Simon Parkin on May 28, 2026Jade Johnson was arrested at Gatwick Airport when he attempted to pass through customs flying back into the UK.
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Cannabis cultivation approved for 2 acres in Oceanside’s South Morro Hills
by Phil Diehl on May 27, 2026‘Hoop houses’ used for hemp production will be converted to grow similar product.
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Athens Cannabis Expo Combines Education With Festival Culture
by tovima.com on May 27, 2026The three-day event ties together cannabis industry leaders and medical experts with live entertainment, street food and innovative products
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Opinion: Open dialogue, education can change cannabis culture in the UCLA community
by @dailybruin on May 27, 2026This post was updated Feb. 5 at 7:07 p.m. We pride ourselves on curiosity, questioning mindsets, breaking stereotypes and expanding knowledge at UCLA. Yet one topic is often left in a cloud of haze: cannabis use and its role in higher education.
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Is the Cannabis Industry Breeding Itself Into a Corner?
by Jonathan Hiltz on May 26, 2026As legal markets chase high THC and photogenic buds, vital cannabis landrace genetics are disappearing. Is the industry breeding itself into a corner?
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Scary Movie 6 leans into weed with Ghostface vape, bong bucket
by Rachelle Gordon on May 26, 2026Ghostface is back for Scary Movie 6 and the marketing campaigns for the film have cannabis consumers in the crosshairs.
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Older adults are using cannabis edibles, U of U study says
by Ryan Bittan on May 27, 2026Cannabis use among adults over 60 is increasing faster than any other demographic, according to the University of Utah.
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A Guide to Legal Cannabis Dispensaries in CT
by Pamela Stepansky on May 26, 2026Looking for cannabis dispensaries in CT? We’ve rolled out this guide with every CT cannabis store approved for legal recreational cannabis.
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Scarborough boat skipper caught with 1.5 kilos of cannabis and cannabis edibles worth thousands
by Court Reporter on May 26, 2026A pleasure-boat captain who was caught with over a kilo of marijuana and cannabis edibles at his home in Scarborough has been spared jail.
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New self-service portal for work-related health | Hartford HealthCare
by hartfordhealthcare.org on May 22, 2026Learn more about News Detail at hartfordhealthcare.org
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New self-service portal for work-related health | Hartford Hospital
by hartfordhospital.org on May 22, 2026Learn more about News Detail at hartfordhospital.org
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Ensuring the high road in Cannabis: Legalization offers a chance to make the cannabis industry a model of good jobs—if workers are given a voice
by Sebastian Hickey on May 25, 2026What this report finds: There are many potential paths for cannabis workers under broader cannabis legalization likely to come. Under the low-road scenario outlined in this report, cannabis workers are subject to the same harmful practices inflicted on nonunionized workers in agriculture and other industries with parallels to cannabis: low wages, few workplace benefits, unprotected…
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Fluent trims New York cannabis operations ahead of Vireo deal
by Margaret Jackson on May 13, 2026And a second cannabis MSO is closing a Michigan cultivation operation for combined job losses of more than 100 employees.
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on May 1, 2026Our May 2026 jobs roundup highlights new cannabis industry openings across Canada, spanning retail, production, brand representation, and more.
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AI and robotics are taking over the cannabis industry. Are they replacing jobs?
by Margaret Jackson on April 27, 2026Automation and AI can help with growing plants and selling products, raising questions about what happens to the people in those jobs.
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Can my WA employer fire me for smoking cannabis in my free time? What law says
by Karlee Van De Venter on April 9, 2026Here’s what employers can — and can’t — do when it comes to weed use.
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3 In 4 Marijuana Consumers Now Support Trump Administration's Cannabis Actions, Post-Rescheduling Poll Shows
by Tom Angell on May 28, 2026President Donald Trump has seen a massive swing in support for his administration’s marijuana policy actions from consumers since moving to federally reschedule medical cannabis—with nearly three out of four now having a favorable view—according to a new survey. The latest quarterly presidential approval tracking poll from NuggMD and Marijuana Moment found that 73 percent
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Rokita wants to block federal marijuana shift
by Michaela Springer on May 28, 2026Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita joins lawsuit challenging federal government's move to reclassify marijuana's legal status.
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Cannabis ‘increases testosterone in young men’: Swiss study
by Swissinfo API on May 28, 2026Cannabis use does not lower testosterone levels in young men, according to Swiss study.
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Virginia Lawmakers Weigh Putting Marijuana Sales Legalization Into Budget Bill Next Month To Force Governor's Hand Following Veto
by Tom Angell on May 28, 2026Virginia’s governor may have vetoed bills to legalize recreational marijuana sales last week, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still happen this year. Top lawmakers are openly discussing the possibility of including provisions to enact the cannabis reform in still-outstanding budget legislation that they are due to pass by July 1. Senate Majority Leader Scott
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Nebraska, Indiana, Louisiana AGs sue to stop Trump admin marijuana reclassification
by Aaron Sanderford on May 28, 2026LINCOLN — The Republican attorneys general of Nebraska, Indiana and Louisiana filed a lawsuit headed into Memorial Day weekend to stop the Trump Justice Department’s order reclassifying marijuana as a...
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Science
by abcnews on May 27, 2026
Stay up to date with the top Australian science news, and industry information.
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Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in 2500-year-old cemetery in peaks of western China
by newsfromscience on May 27, 2026THC levels in braziers show mourners along the ancient Silk Road inhaled
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New U.S. law promises to light up marijuana research
by newsfromscience on May 26, 2026Biden signs bill streamlining pot studies and production for research
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United States set to allow more facilities to produce marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on May 22, 2026Drug Enforcement Administration opens door to more cannabis growers to supply drug for research
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After 4-year delay, DEA will review dozens of requests to grow marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on May 22, 2026New rules would govern companies and organizations seeking to produce cannabis for medical studies