Bipartisan Colorado lawmakers have filed a bill that would allow a form of psilocybin to be prescribed as a medication if the federal government authorizes its use. Similar to legislation that Gov. Jared Polis (D) signed into law in 2022 regarding the medical dispensing and use of MDMA, the newly introduced bill from Reps. Anthony Hartsook …
PoliticsThese States Are The Most Likely To Legalize Marijuana In 2025, According To Top Advocacy Groups
As 2025 kicks off and state legislative sessions get rolling, marijuana legalization advocates are eyeing a handful of jurisdictions as key battlegrounds where they see the prospects of enacting reform this year as most likely. Pennsylvania and Hawaii are widely seen by proponents as the most promising states for adult-use cannabis legalization in the year …
This Is New York Cannabis
New York doesn’t just adopt trends; it reinvents them, and the cannabis industry is no exception. This isn’t a state of cookie-cutter dispensaries and generic brands. It’s a cultural petri dish where legacy, innovation and good old-fashioned hustle collide to create something entirely unique. In true New York fashion, cannabis here is loud, bold and …
Weird cannabis strain delivers exceptional high
At this point in the cannabis world, there are strains named after everything. There are phenotypes named after fruits, desserts, flowers, celebrities, and sometimes a combination of both–like the Cherry Burger strain. Plants like this one are often the product of hybridization. It goes like this: a meat strain and a fruit strain fall in …
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Windy City’s Weed Chef
Born and raised in Chicago, acclaimed chef Manny Mendoza discovered his love for cooking as a young boy watching his mom prepare dinner for the family. Trailing her in the kitchen, Mendoza quickly learned that magic lived in the alchemy of ingredients transforming from one state into another. After years of helping his mother, he …
Discover Silly Nice’s 1G Bubble Hash and Other Top Cannabis Products at New York Dispensaries
Silly Nice, a Harlem-based Black and Veteran-owned cannabis brand, is rapidly becoming a standout name in New York’s competitive cannabis market. Known for offering high-quality, potent, and flavorful products, Silly Nice has gained a loyal following of cannabis enthusiasts throughout the state. Among their impressive lineup, 1G Bubble Hash has emerged as one of the …
Indiana Lawmakers File Bills To Legalize Marijuana And Fund Psilocybin Research In 2025
Indiana lawmakers are already making moves to enact drug policy reform in the 2025 session—with newly filed bills to legalize marijuana, allow medical cannabis and fund psilocybin research. While the prospects of the cannabis measures are unclear given the Republican-controlled legislature’s historic resistance to reform, the psychedelics legislation would simply provide the necessary funding for an already-enacted …
7 mind-blowing, eye-opening road trip destinations for the cannabis enthusiast
Since the green rush began, cannabis tourism has been in a particularly hazy territory. Forty states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana since the mid-90s, either for medical or recreational use, but the plant remains illegal at the federal level. According to the U.S. National Survey on Drug Use and Health, in 2022, …
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11 Black Female-Owned Self-Care Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
Black History Month is a time for everyone to learn and celebrate the Black community in an uplifting way. The month of February is dedicated to remembering the past while also looking towards the future. It’s important to acknowledge the rich history and the promising future of Black individuals across the country. According to the Association for the …
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DoorDash Launches Cannabis Home Delivery
Gig economy delivery service DoorDash announced on Thursday that it would begin offering home delivery of cannabis products containing CBD and THC, the compound primarily associated with the classic marijuana “high.” The company will offer delivery of hemp-derived products including cannabis gummies, beverages and more, online cannabis news source Marijuana Moment reported on Thursday. http://www.forbes.com/sites/ajherrington/2025/01/10/doordash-launches-cannabis-home-delivery/
Cannabis cafes in California are allowed to sell fresh food, non-alcoholic beverages in 2025
When the calendar flipped to 2025, new rules came into place for some cannabis cafe owners in the state. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed off on bill AB1775, which allows cannabis cafes to sell food that doesn’t come pre-packaged and non-alcoholic drinks. Jay Handal owns The Woods WeHo, a dispensary that is now able to give customers …
The Top 10 Best-Selling Flower Strains in California in 2024
Blue Dream is the back-to-back champion as the most popular cannabis cultivar in California. With Northern California roots, this cross between Blueberry and Haze is a sativa-dominant hybrid known for producing a balanced high of cerebral stimulation and full-body relaxation that 37% of people say helps relieve stress, according to Leafly. http://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/top-stories/news/15710860/the-top-10-bestselling-flower-strains-in-california-in-2024
Cannabis Surges as America’s Preferred Buzz: A Cultural Shift Unfolds
The winds of cultural transformation are sweeping across America as cannabis establishes itself as more than just a passing trend. A recent survey by Bloomberg Intelligence reveals a seismic shift in consumer preferences: 44% of Americans now favor cannabis over alcohol, marking a sharp increase from 33% just last year. This change isn’t just a …
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Is This the World’s Chicest Cannabis Shop?
Welcome to Times Square’s newest high society. In a neighborhood better known for bright lights and tourist traps, Charlie Fox is blazing an entirely different kind of trail at 719 7th Avenue. Think less head shop, more old-world apothecary; less dispensary, more boutique. This 6,000-square-foot, three-floor temple to tasteful toking—designed by Brooklyn-based design firm Home Studios—is reimagining what …
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New York Governor Signs Bills To Resume Marijuana Farmers Markets And Classify Cannabis As Agricultural Product
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) signed two new cannabis-related bills into law over the weekend—one to revive the Cannabis Growers Showcase program, where producers sell products directly to consumers at farmers market-style events, and another clarifying that cannabis is categorized as an agricultural crop in the state. Hochul vetoed a separate measure, however, that would have …
How Much Does an Ounce of Cannabis Flower Cost Entering 2025?
Seeds or no seeds? The answer to that question was often a determining factor for how much a bag of cannabis flower would cost some decades ago. Pricing is much more nuanced in the present day of state-legalized markets, with consumer demand geared toward potency, flavor and effect as well as other cultivar-specific preferences. And as …
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Is it legal to fly with marijuana? Here are the laws you need to know
America’s patchwork system of cannabis legalization laws has sown confusion at countless levels of society, and that includes air travel. Federal law prohibits anyone from possessing marijuana on airplanes, and TSA is required to enforce that policy. Yet 24 states have legal weed, including some with policies that make it easier for passengers to fly with marijuana. Although these pseudo-solutions are helpful …
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This Company Wants To Pay You To Smoke Marijuana And Write ‘Amazing Reviews’
A series of new job listings are seeking experienced cannabis consumers in states across the U.S. to sample and review marijuana products. The gigs—with full-time, part-time and contract work available, the postings say—require good writing and photography skills. Toker’s Guide, which already offers an online directory of dispensaries in several jurisdictions, said in a series of …
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California New Laws for 2025: Cannabis Cafes and Entertainment Zones
Senate Bill 969, authored by state Sen. Scott Weiner, will let local governments designate “entertainment zones,” where bars and restaurants can sell alcoholic beverages for people to drink on public streets and sidewalks. Some organizations, such as the California Alcohol Policy Alliance, oppose SB 969 because it could contribute to drunk driving accidents and increased alcohol mortality …
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Breaking the Grass Ceiling: Pot firms rethink strategy as young women lead cannabis use
Young women are consuming more pot than men for the first time in a historic shift in the $30 billion U.S. cannabis industry, prompting companies to revamp products and step up investments. Top cannabis retailers told Reuters they’ve started refocusing shelf space toward products that have proved popular with women, including edibles, tinctures, topicals, and beverages, …
Massachusetts Unveils Plan for Cannabis Consumption Sites Including Cafes, Theaters, and Yoga Studios
Officials with the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission last week revealed regulators’ plans regarding new industry licenses for establishments looking to allow the “social consumption” of cannabis. Massachusetts voters approved the licensing of social-use cannabis businesses when they passed the state’s cannabis legalization law in 2016 but last week’s presentation was the biggest development yet in that part …
Cannabis bars common in states sans legal weed
There are a few states left in the U.S. with no form of legal weed. While their citizens wait for voter-backed initiatives to pass or governor-issued reforms, brands are serving up products made with Farm Bill-compliant hemp THC. The Farm Bill allows for the cultivation, sale, and manufacturing of hemp that tests with 0.3 percent THC or …
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What Your Method of Cannabis Consumption Says About you
Cannabis users are like snowflakes, no two are the same. Some have been indulging for years, others — not so much. Some use three times a day, others three times a month. While some enjoy ripping bongs, others might prefer something a little more low-key, like a one-hitter. So, are all forms of consumption created equal? …
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Elevate Your Cannabis Experience with Silly Nice: The Best Weed in New York
When it comes to high-quality cannabis in New York, Silly Nice is leading the charge. This Black and Veteran-owned brand has quickly made a name for itself by providing some of the most potent, flavorful, and innovative cannabis products available. From the streets of Harlem to the peaceful landscapes of Upstate New York, Silly Nice …
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Keep it Lowkey with Discreet Cannabis Products
Ever wish for a way to enjoy cannabis without the smoke or strong odors? For those who appreciate a more subtle approach, discreet cannabis products make it easy to enjoy the benefits of cannabis while keeping things low-key. These products fit right into everyday life, offering tasty experiences and precise dosing without drawing attention. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/discreet-cannabis-products/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=MAG%20November%2022%202024&utm_medium=email
Emerald’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season’s here, and so is Emerald’s annual Holiday Gift Guide! Dive in to find our top picks and deals for every cannabis fan, from newbies to seasoned connoisseurs. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/emeralds-2024-holiday-gift-guide/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=MAG%20November%2029%202024&utm_medium=email
Tips for Traveling With Marijuana This Thanksgiving
Perhaps we’ve just been super stoned for the past year, but is anyone else out there perplexed about how it is nearly Thanksgiving again? It’s almost as though the last several months have been nothing more than a THC-induced dream that we fell into during a previous holiday gathering and we’re just now coming out of …
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Flying With Cannabis These Holidays? TSA Agents Aren’t Actively Searching Out Your Stash
he Wednesday before Thanksgiving, known as Green Wednesday in the cannabis industry, is one of the biggest sales days of the year for medical and adult-use dispensaries throughout the U.S. In 2022, Green Wednesday featured a 48% sales increase compared to the three previous Wednesdays and was the third largest sales day of the year at …
Perfect Product Pairings for a Broadway Night Out
Broadway shows are a feast for the senses, blending performances, dazzling sets, and unforgettable music into a straight-up magical experience. But why not elevate the evening a little further? Whether it’s a high-spirited musical or a heartfelt drama, the right cannabis product can help enhance the experience, making the night even more memorable. Dive into …
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France has the highest cannabis consumption in Europe. It’s high time to tax it
France might not be broke, but the state of its public finances is, well, definitely not good. Total debt stands at €3.2tn – 112% of GDP. Interest payments on that debt are the second largest public expenditure after education (which includes everything from crêche, or preschool, to universities) and are higher than the amount spent on defence. And this year’s budget …
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