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Judge rejects a claim that New York's marijuana licensing cheats out-of-state applicants

Judge rejects a claim that New York's marijuana licensing cheats out-of-state applicants

A judge has rejected a challenge to New York state's licensing program to sell legal marijuana. Aspiring vendors from California say the program unconstitutionally discriminates against out-of-state residents.

February 5, 2024 8:04am EST
Federal judge blocks attempt to halt New York marijuana licensing amidst Hochul's criticism

Federal judge blocks attempt to halt New York marijuana licensing amidst Hochul's criticism

A federal judge on Friday blocked efforts to stall New York's marijuana licensing, as Gov. Kathy Hochul recently blasted the state's legal cannabis market roll-out as a "disaster."

February 4, 2024 11:18am EST
NY leaders urge Biden Administration to accelerate federal marijuana decriminalization

NY leaders urge Biden Administration to accelerate federal marijuana decriminalization

New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on the Biden Administration to do more when it comes to decriminalizing marijuana at the federal level. She wants the drug completely de-scheduled.

January 29, 2024 8:22am EST
New York prepares to let residents grow marijuana at home: Find out if you qualify

New York prepares to let residents grow marijuana at home: Find out if you qualify

New York's Office of Cannabis Management is working to allow New Yorkers to grow marijuana at home legally.

January 24, 2024 7:56am EST
Cannabis facts and fiction

Cannabis facts and fiction

New York State legalized adult use of cannabis on March 31, 2021.

January 18, 2024 5:51pm EST
Where are NYC's illegal weed shops getting their cannabis from? l Exclusive

Where are NYC's illegal weed shops getting their cannabis from? l Exclusive

NYC law enforcement is working to crack down on the city's many illegal weed shops, but just where are they getting their supply of cannabis from?

January 17, 2024 7:07pm EST
Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges in DC, federal lands

Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges in DC, federal lands

"Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities," Biden said. "It’s time that we right these wrongs."

December 22, 2023 9:31am EST
NYC landlords could face daily $1K fines for housing illegal pot shops

NYC landlords could face daily $1K fines for housing illegal pot shops

Across the five boroughs, there are around 2,500 illegal weed shops, but earlier this year, Mayor Eric Adams launched a task force that aimed to crack down on the illegal stores by going after the landlords who rent out their spaces to the vendors.

November 28, 2023 11:09am EST
Snoop Dogg said, 'I decided to give up smoke, please respect my privacy at this time'

Snoop Dogg said, 'I decided to give up smoke, please respect my privacy at this time'

Snoop Dogg, the influential rapper and cannabis entrepreneur, made a surprising announcement this morning on his own Instagram.

November 16, 2023 6:42pm EST
Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use

Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use

Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.

November 8, 2023 6:08am EST
New York trying to address rise in illegal smoke shops

New York trying to address rise in illegal smoke shops

New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda testified as head of a multi-agency task force that has been shutting down those violating various laws.

November 1, 2023 8:55am EDT
Queens dispensary opens after two-month court delay

Queens dispensary opens after two-month court delay

The entrepreneurs behind Terp Bros Cannabis Dispensary opened their doors Tuesday for the very first time after a court-mandated delay.

October 17, 2023 5:50pm EDT
Michigan dog attacks, nearly kills owner after being fed THC gummy

Michigan dog attacks, nearly kills owner after being fed THC gummy

In Michigan, a dog's life-threatening attack on its owner unfolded after the animal ingested a THC-infused gummy.

October 17, 2023 1:29pm EDT
New York's cannabis permit process faces challenges, community boards overwhelmed

New York's cannabis permit process faces challenges, community boards overwhelmed

New York State's Office of Cannabis Management recently opened up its application process to the public; allowing anyone to apply for a permit to sell.

October 17, 2023 12:30am EDT
After troubled start, New York is shaking up its legal marijuana market with new competitors

After troubled start, New York is shaking up its legal marijuana market with new competitors

New York officials launched legal recreational marijuana sales by promising many of the first retail licenses to people with past drug convictions, hoping to give people harmed by the war on drugs a chance to succeed before competitors crowded in.

October 12, 2023 10:20am EDT
Sen. Schumer introducing banking act for cannabis businesses

Sen. Schumer introducing banking act for cannabis businesses

The SAFER Banking Act aims to give licensed businesses that sell cannabis access to federal financial institutions and insurance companies.

September 20, 2023 10:32pm EDT
NYC Council looking for answers to explosion of illegal weed shops

NYC Council looking for answers to explosion of illegal weed shops

With thousands of illegal smoke shops remaining open across New York City, officials are looking for ways to crack down more effectively.

September 6, 2023 5:54pm EDT
Biden Administration considering loosening marijuana restrictions

Biden Administration considering loosening marijuana restrictions

The Department of Health and Human Services is recommending loosening federal restrictions on marijuana but stopped short of advising that it should be entirely removed from the Controlled Substances Act.

September 1, 2023 10:56am EDT
Dispensary owners waiting to open remain in confusing state of limbo

Dispensary owners waiting to open remain in confusing state of limbo

Now the judge has reversed course again, asking for evidence from the state Office of Cannabis Management that those retailers have met all licensing requirements.

August 31, 2023 5:35pm EDT
US health agency recommends loosening federal marijuana laws

US health agency recommends loosening federal marijuana laws

Rescheduling marijuana to a Schedule 3 drug would reduce or potentially eliminate criminal penalties for possession.

August 31, 2023 10:54am EDT
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