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.
Housing Works cannabis dispensary thriving 6 months later
In its first six months of business, the Housing Works cannabis dispensary reported it raked in $12 million – doubling the expectations of the organization.
Gigi Hadid reportedly arrested in Grand Cayman Islands for marijuana possession: 'All's well that ends well'
Model Gigi Hadid arrived by private jet on July 10 to the Grand Cayman Islands, where her bags were searched and she was reportedly arrested.
Long Island's 1st adult-use marijuana dispensary opens
Strain Stars on Long Island is the latest legal cannabis shop in New York to open, making it the 18th in the state.
Feds: Stop making marijuana edibles that look like kids’ snacks
Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.
New York cracks down on unlicensed pot shops, but closing them might take time
New York started new inspections this month at the unlicensed pot shops that are troubling the state’s fledgling legal marijuana market.
Former LIRR employees challenge marijuana policies after positive tests
Both Long Island Railroad employees tested positive for marijuana metabolites, and although the use of marijuana is legal in New York state, there are exceptions.