It’s the pandemic effect: Consumers spent nearly $18 billion on cannabis in 2020, a 67% increase over 2019.
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New Jersey adult-use marijuana bill awaits governor’s signature
New Jersey lawmakers passed a measure Thursday setting up a recreational marijuana marketplace, sending the legislation to Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy, who is expected to sign the bill. The Democrat-led Assembly and Senate passed the bill during …
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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Montana just voted to legalize marijuana. Here’s what happens next
It’ll be legal to possess and enjoy cannabis on Jan. 1, 2021. Stores will open in Jan. 2022.
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South Dakota just voted to legalize medical and adult-use marijuana. Here’s what happens next
It’s not legal yet! July 1, 2021, is the date the law kicks in, and all adults may possess up to one ounce.
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Arizona just legalized marijuana. Here’s what happens next
Prop. 207 passed easily. But it’s not legal yet! The first retail stores should open in April, 2021.
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Border Patrol keeps seizing legal cannabis far from border in California
And it’s costing fledgling businesses—licensed by the state, and following the rules—millions of dollars.
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Best cannabis strains of summer 2020
Whether you’re sheltering, loving, living, or chilling, pick up some Runtz, Lava Cake, GG4, and more, as they burn up the charts during this crazy year.
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As legalization heads to the ballot, Arizona mourns a beloved leader
Mikel Weisser moved mountains to end prohibition in Arizona. It’ll have to happen without him.
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Judge upholds Massachusetts ban on recreational cannabis sales
Gov. Charlie Baker shut down adult-use sales while allowing medical sales. A judge disagreed with the decision, but said Baker had the right to make it.
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