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Democratic Governors Meet In New York City To Discuss Cannabis And Vaping
Governors from New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania came together for the Governors' Regional Cannabis & Vaping Summit.
October 18, 2019
A Look At Cannabis Legislation In Countries Around The World
From the US and Mexico to New Zealand, Luxembourg, and Russia, Canada's cannabis legislation is influencing marijuana laws in nations across the globe.
October 18, 2019
Taxes From Legal Pot Could Subsidize Weed For Low-Income Patients In New Mexico
A new proposal would use taxes from medical cannabis sales to help people buy weed and fund the police.
October 17, 2019
The Opioid Crisis Has Cost The US More Than Half A Trillion Dollars In Four Years
The opioid epidemic has cost the U.S. economy $631 billion from 2015 through the beginning of this year.
October 16, 2019
Jury Selection Begins In First Federal Trial Over Opioid Epidemic
Despite a request for a delay, jury selection has begun in the country's first federal trial related to the opioid crisis.
October 16, 2019
Eight Months After Ban, Food And Drink With CBD Is Still Being Sold In NYC
In February, health officials banned restaurants and cafes in New York City from selling edibles with CBD. Today, businesses in the city are still selling food and drink with CBD.
October 15, 2019
Nevada’s Governor Vows To Tighten Control Over The State’s Cannabis Marketplace
Governor Steve Sisolak criticized the Marijuana Enforcement Division's lack of oversight concerning recreational and medical marijuana.
October 14, 2019
Oregon Enacts Temporary Six-Month Ban of Flavored Vape Products
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission voted unanimously to approve the temporary sales ban while the Oregon Health Authority filed the ban with the Oregon Secretary of State.
October 14, 2019
California Will Ban Smoking On All Beaches And State Parks
The law goes into effect next year.
October 14, 2019
Victims Of Opioid Abuse To Help Decide How Much Purdue Pharma Should Pay
Four victims are part of a bankruptcy committee that is investigating Purdue Pharma.
October 10, 2019