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A new Supreme Court ruling just cracked the door for civil RICO lawsuits in legal cannabis. If you think this won’t hit your dispensary, think again. Here’s what every grower, brand, and budtender needs to know.
California seized $534 million worth of “illegal” weed in 2024, claiming it was about public safety—but was it really? While legacy growers get raided, contaminated corporate weed gets a free pass. This isn’t about protecting consumers—it’s about eliminating competition. We follow the money to expose who actually benefits from California’s war on weed.
Idaho lawmakers just passed a bill imposing a mandatory $300 fine for marijuana possession, proving their commitment to outdated policies over real progress. While veterans suffer and economic opportunities slip away, the state clings to prohibitionist nonsense. This isn’t about safety—it’s about control.
Justin Trudeau's resignation leaves Canada's cannabis industry in a vulnerable state, raising concerns about future regulatory support and sustainability. While legalization has brought progress, existing financial burdens and restrictive policies hinder growth. Industry stakeholders must unite to advocate for reforms that ensure the sector's viability and maintain Canada's leadership in cannabis regulation.
Ohio’s cannabis laws are under fire as lawmakers propose drastic changes to home-growing and hemp products. Are voters’ freedoms at risk?
Cheech and Chong are suing California over a new emergency regulation banning THC in hemp products. The duo, along with industry leaders, claim the sudden rule is devastating for small businesses and call out the state for its mishandling of hemp regulations
