Legalization Opponents Sue To Block Initiative From Missouri Ballot
Opponents of a Missouri initiative to legalize recreational cannabis have filed a lawsuit to block the measure from the November ballot.
August 24, 2022
California Governor Vetoes Bill Authorizing Safe Injection Sites
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed legislation that would have authorized the establishment of safe injection sites to prevent drug overdoses.
August 23, 2022
Cannabis Conviction Expungement Clinics Coming to Buffalo, New York
Upcoming expungement clinics in Buffalo, New York will give those with convictions in Erie County the opportunity to clear their records of some past marijuana-related offenses.
August 22, 2022
Strike at Distribution Centers Could Lead to Shortages at British Columbia Pot Shops
A strike at British Columbia’s only wholesaler and distributor of regulated cannabis could force retailers in the province to shut down temporarily.
August 19, 2022
Psychedelic Church Files Lawsuit Over Police Raid
A California church that distributes cannabis and psilocybin to its members for sacramental purposes has filed a lawsuit against police and the City of Oakland, alleging a 2020 raid that resulted in the seizure of cash, weed, and magic mushrooms violated constitutional guarantees of religious freedom.
August 18, 2022
Texas Poll Shows Majority Support Legalizing Recreational Weed
A new poll shows that 55% of Texans support legalizing pot for recreational use, while 72% said they support legalizing medical cannabis.
August 17, 2022
New York Regulators Issue First 15 Licenses for Cannabis Processors
New York State regulators awarded 15 licenses for cannabis processors on Monday, making new progress on the creation of the state’s regulated recreational pot industry.
August 17, 2022
North Dakota Will Vote on Recreational Weed Legalization in November
A proposal to legalize recreational cannabis for adults will appear on the November ballot in North Dakota, state officials announced on Monday.
August 16, 2022
California Legislature Strips Psychedelics Decriminalization from Senate Bill
A California bill that would have decriminalized psychedelic drugs including psilocybin and LSD was gutted by a legislative committee, leaving only legislation to study the decriminalization proposal.
August 15, 2022
Massachusetts Governor Signs Cannabis Social Equity Bill
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker approved legislation to overhaul the state’s marijuana regulations, including social equity provisions to encourage diverse representation in the legal cannabis industry.
August 12, 2022