Nov 01 2024
Among the hundreds of marijuana strains available in the legal market—more than 700 in Massachusetts alone—these strains top the list in terms of their popularity. Drawing on recent data from state regulatory agencies and popular sites that track strain popularity such as Leafly, below is a list of the most popular marijuana strains in the …
Oct 31 2024
On November 5, over 100 cities and counties across Kentucky will vote on whether to allow medical marijuana dispensaries in their communities. This decision comes as the state prepares to roll out its medical cannabis program in early 2025, following its recent legalization. Local jurisdictions that vote in favor will set the groundwork for dispensaries, …
Oct 31 2024
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its hearing on their proposal to reschedule marijuana until early 2025, citing a need for more detailed information on the participants set to testify. Although DEA Administrator Anne Milgram approved over 20 participants for the agency’s rescheduling hearing, Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) John Mulrooney issued a preliminary …
Oct 31 2024
According to a newly published meta-analysis, “psilocybin is superior in treating depression compared to established psychotherapy alone used for treating depression.” Published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, the study was conducted by researchers from Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, all in Iran. “Due …
Oct 31 2024
A new poll by Research Co. reveals that 62% of Canadians continue to support the legalization of marijuana. The poll found that only 33% of adults in Canada oppose marijuana legalization, with 5% undecided. Support for legal marijuana remains highest in Quebec (66%), Alberta (64%), and Ontario (64%). In comparison, Saskatchewan and Manitoba trail with …
Oct 31 2024
A new Emerson College Polling/WHDH survey shows that a majority of voters in Massachusetts support legalizing psychedelics. The poll, released just days prior to the November 5 presidential election, found that 50% of likely voters in Massachusetts plan to vote yes on Question 4, with 44% planning to vote no and 6% undecided. The survey …
Oct 30 2024
With the 2024 election just days away, voters in three Texas cities—Dallas, Lockhart, and Bastrop—will soon decide on local initiatives that could significantly change how marijuana possession and use is handled by law enforcement. On November 5, each of these cities will vote on ordinances to prevent arrests for those found with up to four …
Oct 30 2024
It’s been nearly two months since The Great Smoky Cannabis Company in Cherokee, North Carolina, opened its doors to everyone 21 and older, becoming the first and only place in North Carolina to legally purchase marijuana and marijuana products. Located at 91 Bingo Loop Rd in Cherokee, on the tribal land of Eastern Band of …
Oct 30 2024
Nevada regulators are moving forward with a rule change to protect athletes from penalties for marijuana use or possession, provided they comply with Nevada law. The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) initially approved the policy shift in 2023, forwarding it to the governor. However, the rule required an additional legislative review by the LCB, which …
Oct 30 2024
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has appointed David Lakeman, a former employee, as its new executive director. Lakeman, who served as head of government affairs for the CCC from 2018 to 2020, most recently led the marijuana division at the Illinois Department of Agriculture. His selection follows a months-long vacancy left by former director …
