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These Are the Industries Where Staff Are Most Likely to Smoke Weed
Researchers looked at data on over 200,000 adults from the U.S. National Survey on Drug Use and Health.
Federal Regulations Clear the Way for Multibillion-Dollar Hemp Market
With long-awaited federal regulations, farmers can begin growing hemp without fear of retribution from banks, insurance companies and local authorities.
Microscopic Images Reveal Cannabis Flowers in Incredible Detail
The images show how the structures and chemicals of the different hairs differ, revealing that mushroom-shaped hairs produce the most cannabinoids and terpenes.
California Deputy Shot and Killed; Two Arrested in Murder
El Dorado County Deputy Brian Ishmael was shot and killed while responding to a theft call on Wednesday morning, and an off-duty deputy with another department was also injured during the incident.
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.
Montana Men Arrested with $4.25 Million Worth of Marijuana Go Free
Two Montana men arrested for possession of 900 pounds of marijuana had their charges dismissed when a judge ruled the seizure was illegal.
Marijuana Breath Tests Could Be Available by 2020
The devices being developed are designed to look for evidence of tetrahidrocannabinol (THC) in the body—the main psychoactive compound in cannabis.
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.
Does Legalizing Pot Increase Crime Rates?
Researchers came to this conclusion after comparing monthly crime rates in Colorado and Washington to those of 21 states that haven't legalized pot for medical or recreational use.
Sheriff Major Demoted After His Official Car Was Found Abandoned in Ditch
The former major remains on personal leave after being demoted.
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.
Student Government President Arrested on Drug and Weapon Charges
Alcorn State Student Government Association President James Stirgus III was arrested on gun and drug charges on Thursday.
Why SAFE Banking Act Is Controversial
If the bill is enacted into law, it will remove a barrier facing US cannabis firms.
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
Man Caught With 1000 Marijuana Plants Told Police They Were 'Peppermint'
Police say they stopped the man during a routine patrol when they saw him performing an "irregular maneuver."
Here's How to Solve Health Concerns About Vaping: Legalize Cannabis
Unlike clandestine laboratories and street dealers, legal businesses can't hide from our customers, our regulators and the press if we were to produce dangerous products.
Welfare Recipient Refuses to Apologize for Spending Taxpayer Money on Drugs
"I could say 'I'm sorry' but it wouldn't mean anything because tomorrow I'm just going to get out and get my drugs."
Is Vaping CBD Safe? Trump's Flavored E-Cig Ban Leaves Out Marijuana
"It is unlikely this pending FDA action will have a significant impact on the cannabis vapor market," Paul Armentano, the deputy director at NORML, told Newsweek.
Man Grew Nearly 700 Cannabis Plants in His Shed
Charles Nichols from Norfolk, England, admitted cannabis production but insisted they were for his own use for pain relief.
There's Always Someone Who Wants to Ruin the Party
Some platforms just don't know how to have fun.
Florida Man Accused of Stealing $12,000 in Electricity to Power Drug House
Police searched a home on Chickadee Road in the suburb of Holiday and found dozens of marijuana plants. The residence had been converted to grow drugs, the sheriff's office said.
Chocolate Marijuana Edibles May be More Potent Than You Think
A new study found it was more difficult to determine the actual potency of THC when the marijuana component was combined with chocolate.
English Teacher Arrested After Police Find Explosives, Guns, Drugs in Home
Michael Masecchia, a teacher at a New York high school, is accused of drug trafficking going back 20 years.
New York Decriminalized Marijuana. Does The New Law Go Far Enough?
The new law changes marijuana possession from a low-level misdemeanor to a non-criminal violation.
Trump Health Officials Warn Against 'Dangerous' Marijuana Use, Legalization
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and HHS Secretary Alex Azar, both Trump-appointed officials with drug company ties, issued a national warning Thursday about marijuana legalization and increasing potency.
Pop Culture Says CBD Cures Everything—Here's What Scientists Say
Until recently CBD was an obscure extract of a cousin of the marijuana plant, now it's everybody's favorite miracle cure for whatever ails them.
Substitute Teacher's Students Include the Siblings of a Man She Shot
On August 16, Mykal Prime's twin siblings were in a math class taught by substitute teacher Khadijah Griffis, who told police she shot Prime last month when he tried to rob her as she was selling him marijuana.
GOP Strategist Complains About People 'Having Just Shot Up With Marijuana'
"And the focus ought to be on a society that follows the law," David Avella said.
Andrew Yang Jokes About High Polling Data in Colorado: 'Must Be the Weed'
Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang pointed to legalized pot as a potential factor behind a Colorado poll released Tuesday showing him far higher than in other primary states.