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.
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.
Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use
Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US health agency recommends loosening federal marijuana laws
Rescheduling marijuana to a Schedule 3 drug would reduce or potentially eliminate criminal penalties for possession.
'Like Snoop Dogg's living room': Smell of pot wafts over notorious U.S. Open court
The smell of marijuana has become a stink at the U.S. Open. One court in particular is notorious for smelling, as one player put it, “like Snoop Dogg's living room.”
Marijuana use among America's senior citizens rises as interest in the drug is 'reignited' today
Health experts share warnings as people age 65+ eclipse kids and grandkids as the fastest growing demographic to use cannabis.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Landlords could face big fines as new bill aims to crack down on illegal smoke shops
Illegal smoke shops continue to get shut down. But what about the landlords who let the shops operate in the first place?
Cannabis dispensary grand opening by disabled veteran in Oneonta, NY amidst legal controversy
The Veteran's lawsuit is the latest setback in the New York state cannabis rollout.
NY judge temporarily blocks retail pot licensing
New York Supreme Court Justice Kevin Bryant issued the temporary restraining order Monday halting New York from issuing or processing marijuana dispensary licenses.
New bipartisan bill would allow federal workers to consume marijuana
Is the federal government letting massive numbers of potential hires go up in smoke because of a marijuana prohibition for federal workers? Some say yes.