Marijuana
News of the legalization of the recreational and medicinal use of marijuana (cannabis) in cities and states across the United States happens frequently as of late. Still illegal in many parts of North America, polls show increased support for legalization and relaxed sentencing for marijuana-related criminal charges. The effects of marijuana have been found to have benefits for mental and physical wellbeing, but some are still skeptical of its potential for medical use.
Washington State Allows Free Marijuana With COVID Vaccines
Several U.S. states have set up promotions and lotteries to encourage residents to get their COVID vaccines.
3-Year-Old Girl Dies After Mom Leaves Her in Car to Tend Cannabis Plants
"The outdoor temperature was determined to be at least 100 degrees at the time of the incident," police in Visalia, California, said.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Gets Dunked for COVID-19 Vaccinations
"At the AG Expungement Fairs, get vaccinated and you get to dunk the AG," Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel tweeted on Wednesday.
Nikki Fried, DeSantis Challenger, Didn't Report $351k in Income in 2018
The Florida gubernatorial candidate's previously unreported money came from her consulting company, Igniting Florida.
Politics and Science Are Both Catching up With Big Marijuana
Until now, critizing the marijuana industry in Colorado has been akin to heresy.
Amazon Won't Screen Employees for Marijuana, Will Back Federal Legalization
"We will no longer include marijuana in our comprehensive drug screening program for any positions not regulated by the Department of Transportation," Clark said in a blog post on Amazon's website.
Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana, Expunge Records Reintroduced in Congress
The legislation passed in a historic House vote last year but stalled in the Republican-controlled Senate.
UK Police Raid Suspected Cannabis Farm, Find 'Huge' Bitcoin Mining Farm
"They are all classic cannabis factory signs — but when officers gained entry, they found a huge bank of around 100 computer units as part of what's understood to be a Bitcoin mining operation," the West Midlands Police Department said in the press release.
Café Owner Who Served Mother and Two Children Pot Brownies Fined $15,000
Nathan Sharp has been found guilty on two counts of selling unsuitable food at his café in Perth, Western Australia.
States With Legal Weed Made $2.7 Billion in Tax Revenue Last Year: Report
California, which legalized recreational cannabis in 2016, made more than $1 billion in tax revenue in 2020.
Soldier Charged After She Allegedly Served Weed Cupcakes to Troops
Almost all of the soldiers who ate the cupcakes experienced a sudden onset of paranoia, fatigue and confusion and were unable to properly handle weaponry, according to court documents.
Marijuana Legalization in Louisiana 'Going to Happen,' Governor Says
"We need to make sure we study and learn all the lessons to be learned," Governor John Bel Edwards said.
Man Pleads Guilty to USD $4.86 of Cannabis After Cops Search His Apartment
A man who was charged with possession of cannabis has retained a lawyer and pleaded guilty in court, although he had only USD $4.86 worth of the drug in his home.
Mississippi Supreme Court Bans All Ballot Initiatives in Marijuana Ruling
Justice James Maxwell dissented from a Mississippi Supreme Court decision that invalidated a voter-approved medical marijuana ballot initiative on Friday, writing that the ruling also "judicially kills Mississippi's citizen initiative process."
Minnesota Just Took a Giant Step Toward Legalizing Weed
The Minnesota House approved legalization of the drug, but the bill is likely to die in the GOP-controlled state senate.
Republicans Push for Marijuana Legalization to Ensure 'Individual Liberty'
"It's past time for Congress to recognize that continued cannabis prohibition is neither tenable nor the will of the American electorate," GOP Congressman Dave Joyce said.
Illinois to Record $1 Billion Marijuana Sales in 2021, Surpasses Liquor
Illinois, a state considering bankruptcy options, is set to surpass $1 billion in marijuana sales in 2021, bringing in tens of millions in added tax revenue.
Black Pastor E.W. Jackson Says Democrats More 'Racist' then KK, Proud Boys
"The biggest and most destructive racist in America today are the Democrat Party and the left," Jackson said.
91 Percent of Americans Support Legalized Marijuana as Dems Push For Reform
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) is expected to put forward a bill to legalize marijuana nationally "within weeks," while a recent poll shows that 91 percent of Americans support legalizing the drug in some form.
Countless Lives Have Been Cut Short by Marijuana
In the discussion of whether marijuana legalization and commercialization is a policy change worth trying, these stories are something the marijuana industry doesn't want you to know.
CBD Guide 2021: Best CBD Products With and Without THC for Relaxing
CBD is effective for relieving pain and reducing anxiety without giving you a high. Here are some of our favorite products in 2021.
You Can Now Get Paid $42,000 a Year to be a Full-Time Cannabis Tester
The lucky applicant will get $250 a month to spend on expenses, as well as three weeks of paid vacation.
Guide to Cannabinoids: The Differences Between CBD, CBG, CBN and THC
Each compound of the cannbis plant is said to have its own effects. Which is right for you?
Happy 4/20 Memes, Gifs and Images to Celebrate Weed Day
Cannabis lovers celebrating 4/20 can share weed-themed gifs on Twitter and high-resolution images from several websites including Unsplash.
4/20 Cannabis-infused Recipes Including Weed Milkshakes, Popcorn and Pizza
From sweet treats to savory dishes, there's no limit to the number of 4/20 dishes you can come up with.
How to Celebrate 4/20 Today
The origins of behind the term "420" can be traced back to the 1970s, when it was first used as a code word for marijuana users.
You Can Celebrate 4/20 in These 14 States
In some states, cannabis use is only legal for medicinal purposes or limited to cannabidiol (CBD) oils.
House GOP, Dems Tout '4/20' Cannabis Bill, Matt Gaetz Rips 'War on Drugs'
"For those of you who don't know, tomorrow is 4/20, being the operable date," GOP Rep. McHenry, a long time opponent, joked on the House floor Monday.
Man Who Threw Elderly Jewish Woman Off Balcony Avoids Trial Due to Weed Use
After the 2017 death of an Orthodox Jewish woman, courts have decided against going forward with a trial and questioned the frame of mind the suspect was in at the time of the crime.
Delta 8: The Sudden Buyer Craze and Hazy Legal Status for a Hemp Product
With a type of THC similar to that found in marijuana, Delta 8 is getting people high and giving some law agents headaches.
