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Latest cannabis news covering legalization, legislation, court rulings, business developments, research, sales data, regulatory updates and policy changes across the U.S.

New Ohio Marijuana Packaging, Labeling and Single-Serving Rules Now in Effect

A sweeping set of new Ohio marijuana regulations governing packaging, labeling and single-serving products took effect today, September 11, establishing new disclosure requirements, packaging restrictions …

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California Bill to Require Free Measuring Devices for Multi-Serving Marijuana Drinks Sent to Governor Newsom Following Unanimous Votes

California marijuana retailers would be required to offer customers a free measuring device when they purchase certain multi-serving cannabis beverages under a bill now awaiting …

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Curaleaf Subsidiaries Respond to $31.8 Million Federal Appeals Court Victory

The Curaleaf subsidiaries that prevailed in a federal appeals court case involving a $31.8 million marijuana contract dispute say they are pleased with the outcome …

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U.S. Legal Marijuana Sales Reach $2.55 Billion in August, Bringing 2026 Total to Nearly $20 Billion

August produced approximately $2.55 billion in legal marijuana sales across the United States, keeping the nationwide market near July’s record pace and bringing sales for …

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Federal Court Rejects $29,779 Claim Over Seized Cannabis Products, Rules They Were Marijuana Rather Than Hemp

A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit seeking compensation for nearly $30,000 worth of cannabis products seized by federal authorities, ruling that laboratory results showed …

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Avicanna Launches Program to Integrate Medical Cannabis Care Into Canadian Hospitals and Clinics

Avicanna has launched a new program designed to integrate medical cannabis treatment and patient support directly into hospitals, specialty clinics and other established healthcare settings …

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California Company Seeks DEA Approval to Import Marijuana, THC and Psychedelics for Research

A California company is seeking approval from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to import marijuana, THC and several psychedelic substances for use in research and …

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Federal Appeals Court Reverses $31.8 Million Award to Michigan Marijuana Cultivation Company, Says Contract Was Federally Illegal

A federal appeals court has reversed a $31.8 million jury award to a Michigan marijuana cultivation business, ruling that federal courts cannot enforce a contract …

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President Trump Commutes 30-Year and 10-Year Federal Marijuana Sentences

President Donald Trump has commuted the sentences of two men convicted of federal marijuana offenses, including one who was sentenced to 30 years in prison. …

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NIDA Director Nora Volkow Says Youth Marijuana Use Is Decreasing as More States Legalize

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Director Dr. Nora Volkow pointed to declining marijuana use among young people during a federal advisory council meeting this …

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Georgia Supreme Court Revives Hemp Farm Lawsuit Over $37,000 in Damage From Drug-Suppression Aircraft

The Georgia Supreme Court has revived a lawsuit from a licensed hemp grower seeking compensation for about $37,000 in crop damage allegedly caused by low-flying …

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Maine Now Has 187 Active Adult-Use Marijuana Stores, Up From 163 a Year Ago

Maine now has 187 active adult-use marijuana stores, 24 more than a year ago, according to licensing data that was updated today by the state’s …

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