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Marijuana Dispensary Wants Extended Hours
by Colin Suchland on June 30, 2025
A marijuana dispensary in Kirkwood is asking for a change to a municipal ordinance to allow the business to operate later, seven days a week.
Is the Local Weed Store the New Place to Hang Out?
by Ashley Southall on June 28, 2025
Young adults are drinking less alcohol and seeking more connection, and New York’s dispensaries are putting themselves out there as alternative gathering spaces.
Florida's First Recreational Cannabis Dispensary Democratizes Legal Marijuana Access - THC Gummies, THCA Flower, & Weed Pens Now Available for Sale Statewide
by The Manila Times on June 27, 2025
Area 52 is proud to be the first and only legal recreational cannabis dispensary in Florida
Police upend cannabis burglary spree after suspect makes critical legal mistake
by Tatum Todd | The Oregonian/OregonLive on June 27, 2025
Michael Kessler, 27, faces a dozen felony charges, including allegations that he stole thousands of dollars of merchandise from Portland businesses by ramming stolen cars into storefronts to gain entry.
City of Syracuse wins court order prohibiting illegal cannabis sales at North Side business
by Don Cazentre | dcazentre@nyup.com on June 27, 2025
The case involves The Herbal Center on North Salina Street. The business argues the city is exceeding its authority.
Goldflower expands Florida footprint with first Orlando medical marijuana dispensary
by Lauren McDonald on June 27, 2025
Goldflower expands in Florida, opening its first Orlando medical marijuana dispensary. The company plans further growth across the state.
County’s first marijuana store set to open in Isanti
by Bill Stickels III on June 26, 2025
Isanti County’s first legalized marijuana dispensary will open in downtown Isanti.
JARS Cannabis expands presence at Pine Knob and Freedom Hill — but no, you can’t buy weed there (yet)
by Steve Neavling on June 25, 2025
The Michigan dispensary chain is bringing its lifestyle branding to iconic venues ahead of peak concert season
Michigan cannabis sales drop for fourth straight month as market struggles
by Steve Neavling on June 24, 2025
Lower sales mean fewer dollars for schools, infrastructure, and local governments
Michigan Marijuana Shop’s Bigfoot Statue Is Creating Controversy, With Critics Saying It Appeals To Kids
by Kyle Jaeger on June 23, 2025
There’s somehow a second Bigfoot and marijuana news story coming out of Michigan in the span of a single month, with controversy swirling around a 14-foot Sasquatch statue outside of a cannabis store that some say sends the wrong message to children. Previously, an alleged Bigfoot sighting in Monroe County last month sparked some creativity
Texas Expands Access to Medical Cannabis
by NORML on June 22, 2025
New law takes effect September 1, 2025
Marijuana companies are getting into Florida's largely unregulated hemp business
by Dara Kam - News Service of Florida on June 20, 2025
Acquiring a medical marijuana license, setting up facilities and securing dispensary locations costs tens of millions of dollars. Meanwhile, hemp retailers can set up shop faster, easier and cheaper.
Up in smoke? Brookhaven Town's first legal marijuana shop receives cease and desist ahead of grand opening
by Jonathan GordonKurt Semder on June 19, 2025
The attorney for the property has told Strong Strains to close by next Monday just days after the cannabis dispensary is set to hold its grand opening.
Intoxicating Hemp Is Everywhere. Texas Just Might Ban It.
by J. David Goodman on June 19, 2025
Gov. Greg Abbott must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.
The legal weed market in Minnesota gets closer as state issues first license
by Dustin Nelson on June 19, 2025
The first license from the OCM was issued to Herb Quest in Brook Park.
Minnesota issues first cannabis license
by Emmy Martin on June 18, 2025
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management announced Wednesday that Pine County company Herb Quest has received the state’s first marijuana license. Dozens of other companies are in the final stages of accreditation, and the state has announced dates when more can apply.
This is Minnesota's first license for a recreational cannabis cultivation business
by Nick Longworth on June 18, 2025
The state has announced its first official business license to begin recreational cannabis cultivation ahead of dispensaries opening.
Another broken promise: Trump is targeting states’ power over medical marijuana
by Paul Armentano, opinion contributor on June 18, 2025
Members of Congress need to ensure that patients’ rights, as well as the right of states to set their own marijuana policies, remain protected.
Breakthrough for Alabama’s medical marijuana rollout as issuance of contested licenses moves forward
by Alexander Willis on June 18, 2025
Major breakthrough for Alabama’s medical marijuana rollout as issuance of contested licenses moves forward
Several Temple, TX dispensaries raided by police as new THC legislation sparks controversy
by Isabella Quintanilla on June 17, 2025
A recent raid of THC dispensaries in Temple and Belton has now intensified the marijuana conversation in Central Texas as Governor Abbott's deadline to sign a bill that bans THC in the state approaches.

10 Alabama CBD Stores, Vape Shops Raided; 4 Hemp Businesses Sue State
on June 30, 2025 at 4:46 pm
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and other agencies executed search warrants as a new law banning certain hemp products is set to take effect July 1.
California Cannabis Excise Tax Hike Takes Effect as Consumers Face Mounting Cost-of-Living Crisis
on June 30, 2025 at 12:07 pm
The excise tax increase will drive more Californians to the unlicensed market; Assembly Bill 564 offers a path to roll back the policy.
New York Recalls 28 Cannabis Products With Materials Sourced From Out of State
on June 27, 2025 at 3:27 pm
The New York Office of Cannabis Management issued the recall for flower and pre-rolls produced with inputs from unlicensed entities.
High Tide Opening 2 Canna Cabana Dispensaries in Toronto, Winnipeg
on June 27, 2025 at 12:38 pm
The new locations in Ontario and Manitoba bring the cannabis company’s store count to 202 locations across Canada.
4Front Ventures’ Receivership Proceedings Progress; Board Members Resign
on June 27, 2025 at 12:27 pm
Board Chairman Kris Kane and Director David Daily resigned as a result of a receiver appointment under Canada’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
AYR Wellness Has No Estimate for Q1 2025 Interim Filings; Trading Remains on Hold
on June 27, 2025 at 12:11 pm
The cannabis company’s delay in filing its financial statements comes as its negotiations with creditors remain ongoing.
Thailand Takes U-Turn on Cannabis Decriminalization, Reinstalls Drug Penalties
on June 27, 2025 at 6:27 am
The Southeast Asia nation is tightening up its cannabis laws by recriminalizing non-medical sales three years after pioneering reform.
US House’s Intoxicating Hemp Ban, Texas Gubernatorial Clash Lead CBT’s Most Popular Stories in June
on June 26, 2025 at 3:12 pm
Legislation to close a 2018 Farm Bill ‘loophole’ is being prepared for the House floor, while Texas will decide whether to ban or regulate hemp in a special session.
Trulieve Opening 162nd Florida Medical Cannabis Dispensary in Oakland Park
on June 26, 2025 at 8:16 am
The company will host a grand opening on June 28 at the new retail facility in Broward County.
Aurora Expands Patient Access to Medical Cannabis in Canada With Extended Compassionate Pricing Program
on June 26, 2025 at 8:04 am
The Canadian cannabis company expanded its eligibility of the program to those with an annual income of up to 60,000 CAD.
Tilray Medical Publishes Pioneering Research on Pharmacokinetics of THC, CBD Formulations
on June 26, 2025 at 7:40 am
The new study provides insight into the bioavailability of medical cannabis formulations for therapeutic treatment.
US Lawmaker Who Lost Limbs in War Convinces House to Allow Veteran Access to Cannabis
on June 26, 2025 at 6:47 am
The U.S. House voted to attach Rep. Brian Mast’s amendment—to allow Veterans Affairs to prescribe medical cannabis—to a military funding bill.
Circuit Court Ruling for Arkansas Renders Texas Governor’s Hemp Veto Argument Moot
on June 25, 2025 at 4:32 pm
The Eighth Circuit Court ruled that the 2018 Farm Bill does not preempt a state’s ability to regulate hemp after Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban it.
The PFAS Threat in Cannabis and Hemp: What You Need to Know
on June 25, 2025 at 2:31 pm
Cannabis sativa L.’s natural ability to absorb environmental toxins makes it uniquely vulnerable to ‘forever chemicals’ contamination—putting producers and retailers at serious legal risk as federal scrutiny ramps up.
World-Class Growing Solutions
on June 25, 2025 at 2:04 pm
Hydrofarm provides a portfolio of brands to support indoor cultivators of all sizes. The company’s offerings range from racking to lighting, nutrients and grow media, as well as a wide range of cultivation supplies. Hydrofarm’s variety of brands include Innovative Growers Equipment, PHOTOBIO, Grotek, Growtainers® ... and many more.
Verano Unveils Bodega-Style Dispensary Experience at Zen Leaf Cave Creek in Phoenix
on June 25, 2025 at 11:54 am
The company’s new bodega-style shopping experience offers customers the freedom to browse and select their favorite items directly from shelves.
Top Cannabis Brand Rove Launches in Maryland With Award-Winning Vapes
on June 24, 2025 at 2:48 pm
The California-born brand known for industry-leading innovation and premium products enters its 15th U.S. market.
Aurora Launches 2 High-Potency Flower Products in Poland
on June 24, 2025 at 1:26 pm
The Canadian-based company’s proprietary genetics will be the highest potency medical cannabis products available on the Polish market.
Tilray Medical Receives Italy’s 1st Authorization to Distribute Medical Cannabis Flower
on June 24, 2025 at 11:56 am
The company received the go-ahead from the Italian Ministry of Health to import and distribute three cannabis flower varieties for therapeutic use.
US House Committee Approves Bill to Close THCA ‘Loophole,’ Ban Intoxicating Hemp Products
on June 24, 2025 at 7:21 am
The House Appropriations Committee included a provision to redefine hemp and regulate finished products in a must-pass spending bill.
Jones Soda Co. Divests Cannabis Beverage Business for $3 Million
on June 23, 2025 at 2:26 pm
The Seattle-based craft beverage company sold its cannabis segment to MJ Reg Disrupters, including its Mary Jones brand assets.
Texas Governor Vetoes Ban on Hemp Products, Calls For Special Session to Regulate THC
on June 23, 2025 at 1:22 pm
Gov. Greg Abbott’s disapproval of Senate Bill 3 collides with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s prohibition policy. ‘We can do better,’ Abbott says.
South Dakota to Crack Down on Synthetic Hemp Product Sales Starting July 14
on June 20, 2025 at 4:25 pm
The State’s Attorney’s Office in Pennington County issued a warning to a cannabis business that government agencies will begin enforcing a 2024 statute.
Pennsylvania Governor Holds Tight to Cannabis Legalization in Budget Negotiations
on June 20, 2025 at 12:04 pm
Gov. Josh Shapiro calls adult-use legalization a ‘competitiveness’ issue as he spars with Senate Republicans over reforming the state’s laws.
Jungle Boys Opening 1st Arizona Dispensary in Phoenix
on June 20, 2025 at 8:11 am
The Phoenix location is housed in the historic former Audio Recorders of Arizona building—a site once frequented by legendary musicians.

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Why the War on Cannabis Refuses to Die: How Boomers and the Yippies Made Weed Political
by @ivn on June 30, 2025
For much of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, American physicians freely prescribed cannabis to treat a wide range of ailments. But by the mid-twentieth century, federal officials were laying the groundwork for a sweeping criminal crackdown. Cannabis would ultimately be classified as a Schedule I substance, placed alongside heroin and LSD, and transformed into a political weapon that shaped American policy for the next six decades.
Cannabis tax in Maryland gets higher, rising to 12 percent on July 1
by Jack Watson on June 30, 2025
The tax hike has created concerns among vendors about potential impacts, both on customers and the legal cannabis market.
New laws on cannabis regulation, clean energy, and more to take effect July 1, 2025
by Christian Olaniran on June 30, 2025
3 Troy men accused of selling cannabis to children
by Abbi Stanley on June 30, 2025
Three Troy men were arrested on Thursday for allegedly selling cannabis to minors.
NJ to open cannabis consumption lounge applications July 2
by Kimberly Redmond on June 30, 2025
New Jersey will open cannabis consumption lounge applications to all licensed dispensaries July 2, expanding access beyond equity applicants.
The Rise of Indigenous Cannabis
by Sebastian Krawiec on June 30, 2025
Tribal governments throughout the US are developing cannabis and hemp regulations to cultivate, process, and sell cannabis products to tribal members and non-members alike. Each tribe has its own approach to navigating this space, with independent indigenous entrepreneurs expanding opportunities outside the reservation.
Cannabis Pricing Crisis: Market Forces Shaping 2025 Trends
by Zacariah L. Hildenbrand,Hannia Mendoza-Dickey,Robert Manes on June 30, 2025
The volatility of wholesale cannabis prices marked by large fluctuations and regional disparities highlight the inherent instability still present in the cannabis marketplace. Adapting to shrinking margins and increased competitions is putting pressure on operators, causing them to adopt cost-cutting technologies, expand into edibles and extracts, and secure long-term supply agreements. Understanding these evolving dynamics is essential for companies to adapt, compete, and thrive in the industry.
10 Alabama CBD Stores, Vape Shops Raided; 4 Hemp Businesses Sue State
by Tony Lange on June 30, 2025
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and other agencies executed search warrants as a new law banning certain hemp products is set to take effect July 1.

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