Internal theft is bleeding the cannabis industry dry. From vault heists to armed robberies coordinated by employees, dispensary workers are turning criminal in this high-stakes game. Here’s how it’s all going down. Read the full story now
Shadow Trade: True Crime in the Drug World
When a blackout hit San Francisco, the Poncho Brotherz dispensary was hit hard—$200K in weed and merchandise stolen in a slick, professional heist. The wolves are out, and cash-heavy cannabis shops are easy prey. Read the full story now
High Crimes: The Most Bizarre Cannabis-Related Criminal Cases
From smuggling weed in fake vegetables to THC-laced weddings, these bizarre cannabis-related crimes show just how far people will go to get their fix or make a buck
The Highs and Lows of Cocaine Cowboy Mickey Munday
Mickey Munday, the last surviving Cocaine Cowboy, celebrates his 79th birthday behind bars. Reflecting on his rise, fall, and recent legal troubles, this piece delves into the life and legacy of a notorious smuggler
Shadow Harvest: The Secret Marijuana Wars in Maine’s Backwoods
Dive into the unsettling emergence of Maine as a hotspot for illegal marijuana operations linked to Chinese organized crime. Discover the challenges local law enforcement faces in combatting these sophisticated networks.
The High Explorer: How a 73-Year-Old’s Cannabis Dream Tour Landed Him in Hot Water
Dive into the story of "Cannabis Jimmy," a 73-year-old American in Colombia, whose dream of leading cannabis tours from his home caught the attention of local law enforcement, igniting a conversation on cannabis tourism and legality