Foiled in their bid to legalize in 2020, advocates up the ante and go for both medical and adult-use measures in 2022.
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In historic move, United Nations reclassifies cannabis as less-dangerous drug
The UN’s Commission on Narcotic Drugs finally admits that marijuana is not as deadly as heroin.
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Detroit okays 75 retail marijuana shops; half will go to legacy residents
Two years after Michigan legalized weed, Detroit approved a licensing plan that offers city locals a chance to enter the industry.
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Madison, Wisconsin, will stop arresting people for marijuana possession
It’s still illegal throughout the state, but Wisconsin’s great college town has decided to stop arresting people for small amounts of cannabis.
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Cannabis taxes save 350 jobs in Chicago
Legalizing marijuana doesn’t just create new jobs. It saves existing ones, too—ask 350 municipal workers in Chicago.
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Retail marijuana sales begin in Maine
It’s day one in Vacationland, and Leafly’s got live coverage of Maine stores opening across the state.
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How to get a medical marijuana card in Oklahoma
The Sooner state is booming with dispensaries. But you’ll need a card to enter and purchase. Here’s how to get yours.
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Florida, man: Why 2020 legalization failed in the Sunshine State
Recreational cannabis looked like a sure bet on the 2020 ballot. Then it went up in smoke. WTF happened?
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