Marijuana legalization
Milwaukee County Reduces Pot Possession Fine While GOP Blocks Legalization
"I am proud to be a part of Milwaukee County taking this bold step in reforming marijuana laws," Milwaukee County Board Supervisor Sylvia Ortiz-Velez said after the board adopted a resolution that dropped marijuana possession fines to $1 on Thursday.
New York Lawmakers Open Door to Billions in Revenue With Cannabis Deal
If passed, the Empire State would become the 15th state to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use.
As America Races Toward Marijuana Legalization, How Can we Protect Youth?
We strongly urge state governments considering reforming their marijuana laws to base their decisions on science, not on public pressure or business interests.
Black Entrepreneurs Are 'Going Green' With Cannabis Companies
Historically, drug laws have had a particularly harmful impact on the Black community, but now more Black-owned cannabis companies are opening as marijuana legalization spreads through the country.
What New Jersey's Marijuana Legalization Means in Practice for Residents
As of Monday the state has legalized cannabis use and possession for adults, and residents can expect a regulated cannabis marketplace.
South Dakota Judge Appointed by Trump Ally Noem Rejects Marijuana Amendment
A judge appointed by Republican South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem on Monday struck down a voter-approved constitutional amendment that would have legalized marijuana.
The Right Path Forward on Drug Policy Under Biden-Harris
Over the last several years, the marijuana industry has mounted a multi-million-dollar campaign to persuade the public that marijuana is safe, all the while saturating the market with new, extremely high potency products.
Four Takeaways After More States Legalize Marijuana
We need a humane drug policy—holistic strategies and programs that get people into recovery and reduce addiction's severe financial and human costs.
More Americans Than Ever Support Legal Marijuana, New Poll Shows
A new Gallup poll showed that 68 percent of U.S. adults favored making marijuana legal.
MSNBC's Steve Kornacki Offered a Year's Supply of CBD to Chill Out
While Kornacki may use Diet Coke to help fuel him on Election night and the week following, Columbia Cares is offering him a little something to help him calm down after the election (finally) ends.
Marijuana had Big Night as Ballot Measures Push America Towards Legal Weed
Voters in five states—Arizona, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey and South Dakota—weighed in on marijuana reform ballot initiatives on Tuesday.
The Marijuana Lobby Spends Big on Bills Americans Don't Want
While legalization advocates insist their lobbying derives from a desire to increase racial equality and social justice, the real reason is far more cynical: the almighty dollar.
Federal Legalization of Marijuana Would Be a Tragic Mistake
Legislators ought to vote 'no' on the MORE Act now before Congress.
60% of Republicans Support Kamala Harris' Proposal to Legalize Marijuana
The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act was introduced by Harris in the Senate, where it is awaiting action.
Legalizing Pot Is a Catastrophic Mistake
We must not be duped by the false promises of Big Marijuana.
Commend Biden for Resisting Big Marijuana
Joe Biden has properly assessed the issue of marijuana legalization.
Marijuana Is No Answer for Ailing State Budgets
Amidst coronavirus, some states are looking for creative ideas to balance budgets. Marijuana won't provide that.
MLB Could Stop Testing Minor Leaguers For Marijuana
The negotiations have not been finalized, but they are a correlation of the country's growing legalization of marijuana—from medicinal to recreational.
91 Percent of Americans Say Marijuana Should Be Legalized
In a recent Pew poll, an overwhelming percentage of Americans said marijuana should be legalized for medical or recreational use.
Pete Buttigieg Admits He's Smoked Pot; Fox's Greg Gutfeld Says No Way
The South Bend, Indiana Mayor said Wednesday that he'd smoked marijuana a "handful of times", but Fox News host Greg Gutfeld says he's "pretty sure" no one's tried drugs a "handful of times."
Local Governments Are Trying to Make the Cannabis Industry Less Racist
As of 2017, more than 80 percent of U.S. marijuana business owners and founders were white. Local governments are doing their part to try and change that.
Pennsylvania Senators Move to Legalize Recreational Marijuana With New Bill
Two Pennsylvania state senators introduced Senate Bill 350 on Tuesday which would allow adults 21 and older to possess, cultivate and purchase cannabis from licensed retailers.
Black Market Marijuana Still Popular in States Where Pot is Legal
Even in states where marijuana can be legally obtained, black market marijuana is still in demand.
Proposed Pennsylvania Bill Would Legalize Marijuana Sales in Liquor Stores
Democratic state legislator David Delloso proposed a bill that would allow people over the age of 21 to buy marijuana for recreational use in state-operated liquor stores.
Former NFL Rookie of the Year Says He Smoked Marijuana Before Games
Percy Harvin said he was prescribed multiple different medications to help deal with anxiety and migraines throughout his NFL career, but marijuana was the only thing that seemed to help.
Penn. Governor Supports Legalizing Marijuana
Gov. Tom Wolf of Pennsylvania announced Wednesday that he supports the legalization of marijuana and the expungement of past non-violent marijuana convictions
Did Ohio Lawmakers Accidentally Pass a Law That Decriminalizes Marijuana?
"This bill de facto legalizes marijuana in Ohio... at least for a time," said the executive director of the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association.
San Francisco's Outside Lands Allows Public Marijuana Consumption
Smoke weed in public legally for one of the first times in modern U.S. history at Outside Lands 2019 at Golden Gate Park. No glass pipes or bongs allowed.
Legal Weed: Where the Pro-Cannabis Movement Stands in 2019
To date, 11 states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana for adult recreational use.
Nevada Becomes First State To Ban Pre-Employment Marijuana Drug Testing
"As our legal cannabis industry continues to flourish, it's important to ensure that the door of economic opportunity remains open for all Nevadans," Gov. Steve Sisolak said.