In a significant policy shift, the Texas Senate has moved to substantially limit the expansion of the state’s medical marijuana program by revising House Bill 46. This development comes shortly after the Senate agreed to ban recreational THC products, signaling a more restrictive approach to cannabis regulation in the state. The revised bill reduces theContinue reading “Texas Senate Scales Back Medical Marijuana Expansion Amid THC Ban”
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Explore the latest cannabis news covering policy developments, industry activity, healthcare updates, and international legalization efforts. This section features timely reporting on regulatory changes, major announcements, and market shifts shaping the evolving cannabis landscape.
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11 Chicago Elementary Students Hospitalized After Ingesting Cannabis Edibles
On May 13, 2025, eleven students aged 11 to 14 from Fort Dearborn Elementary School in Chicago were hospitalized after consuming THC-infused cookies brought to school by another student, underscoring growing concerns about youth access to cannabis edibles as states like California move to permanently ban hemp-derived THC products. A total of 22 students ingestedContinue reading “11 Chicago Elementary Students Hospitalized After Ingesting Cannabis Edibles”
U.S. Tourist Faces Execution in Indonesia Over Cannabis Gummies
In a case that underscores the stark contrast in global cannabis laws, former U.S. college basketball standout Jarred Dwayne Shaw is confronting severe legal repercussions in Indonesia, including the potential for capital punishment, following allegations of drug smuggling. Shaw, who previously played for Oklahoma State and Utah State, was apprehended on May 7, 2025, atContinue reading “U.S. Tourist Faces Execution in Indonesia Over Cannabis Gummies”
‘Sovereign flex’: How a tribe defied officials through cannabis
Sovereign Defiance: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Their Cannabis Dispensary The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribe in North Carolina opened the Great Smoky Cannabis Company, a dispensary selling medical marijuana. This defies state law but asserts the tribe’s inherent sovereignty, allowing them to self-govern on their land. First for Everything Tribe memberContinue reading “‘Sovereign flex’: How a tribe defied officials through cannabis”
Marijuana sales are coming to Ohio. Will growing pains derail program?
Marijuana sales are coming to Ohio. Will growing pains derail program? As Ohio gets ready to launch recreational cannabis, concerns are rising about the challenges. President Joe Biden has made big strides in federal cannabis reform, but states need time to adjust. Ohio’s legal cannabis program will need to learn from its medical program. OhioContinue reading “Marijuana sales are coming to Ohio. Will growing pains derail program?”
Medical Marijuana Is The Leading Cause Of Rejected Gun Permits In Hawaii, New Report From AG’s Office Shows
New Report Reveals Medical Marijuana’s Role in Hawaiian Gun Permit Rejections A recent report from Hawaii’s AG reveals that medical cannabis usage is the leading cause of Hawaii gun permits rejections in the state. In 2023, over 40% of the 500 denied applications were due to applicants linked with medical cannabis. Cannabis Mental health issuesContinue reading “Medical Marijuana Is The Leading Cause Of Rejected Gun Permits In Hawaii, New Report From AG’s Office Shows”
White House Drug Czar Condemns ‘Failed Policies’ Of Marijuana Prohibition And Says Rescheduling Will Speed Up Legal Drug Development
Exploring the Role and Impact of the Drug Czar in U.S. Drug Policy In a recent interview, Rahul Gupta, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), strongly criticized the failed policies of cannabis prohibition pushed by the U.S. Drug Czar. He highlighted the impacts these policies have had on communities, stating thatContinue reading “White House Drug Czar Condemns ‘Failed Policies’ Of Marijuana Prohibition And Says Rescheduling Will Speed Up Legal Drug Development”
Pharmacy Program Introduces Medical Cannabis Concentration
Empowering Pharmacy Program Students with Specialized Training in Medical Cannabis and Patient Care With medical cannabis now legalized in 37 states, Washington D.C., and several U.S. territories, the demand for qualified professionals in the industry has never been greater. The National Conference of State Legislatures reports that up to three million patients are using cannabisContinue reading “Pharmacy Program Introduces Medical Cannabis Concentration”
North Carolina tribe could launch adult-use marijuana sales in 30-75 days
North Carolina Tribe Set to Open Recreational Marijuana Sales on Tribal Land Within 30-75 Days Progress on Tribal Lands The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), a Native American tribe in North Carolina, is moving towards launching recreational marijuana sales in the next 30 to 75 days. This follows their recent entry into the medicalContinue reading “North Carolina tribe could launch adult-use marijuana sales in 30-75 days”
These 56 Ohio towns will ban the sale of recreational marijuana despite its legalization
Recreational cannabis Legalized in Ohio, But 56 Towns Will Ban Sales Ohio’s voters legalized recreational cannabis, allowing adults 21 and older to possess, grow, and purchase cannabis. However, despite this change, 56 towns in the state have passed bans on selling recreational cannabis. According to Ohio State Uni Moritz College of Law, these bans willContinue reading “These 56 Ohio towns will ban the sale of recreational marijuana despite its legalization”