Recreational marijuana sales in Alaska's largest city continued to grow in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the resiliency of the state's adult-use industry even in challenging conditions. Anchorage posted a record $9 million in recreational sales in...
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How US House lawmakers voted on the marijuana legalization bill
The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act by a margin of 228-164.
Here’s a breakdown of how each lawmaker voted.
Premium-priced cannabis products take a larger share of overall flower sales
Even during tough economic times, marijuana consumers are turning to higher-priced flower products – a signal that cannabis users are increasingly willing to spend more money on such merchandise.
Election underscores voter shift in favor of marijuana legalization
An analysis of votes cast for marijuana ballot measures in 2020 shows that while voters remain divided over legalization based on political affiliation and geography, the overall electorate has shifted in favor of accepting both medical and adult-use cannabis.
Colorado summer cannabis sales thrive despite collapse of state’s tourism industry
Sales of recreational marijuana in Colorado continued to climb during the summer months, even while tourism revenue tumbled more than 50% because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Getting to know the five new cannabis markets that voters have legalized
The legalization ballot measures that voters approved on Election Day will open new cannabis markets in five U.S. states that have a combined population of about 21.2 million people.
Marijuana election results 2020
Marijuana legalization is on the ballot in five states this year. Get live updates as the results roll out.
2020 election results signal growing public approval of cannabis
Marijuana ballot measures in five states passed more resoundingly in 2020 than initiatives did four years ago in what might represent further growth in voters’ acceptance of the plant – particularly its recreational use.
Polls suggest good chance of success for state cannabis ballot measures
The outlook for marijuana legalization efforts in five states looks positive as voters head to the polls Tuesday, closing out an unusual election season that produced unprecedented early voting and record-setting turnout.
Marijuana legalization proponents outraising opponents 36-to-1 in 2020
Financial support for marijuana legalization, both medical and recreational, has grown significantly in 2020 compared to 2016. Proponents of state ballot measures have outraised opponents this election season by almost 36-to-1, a massive increase from four years ago...
Recreational cannabis brand and product expansion slow in US markets
Marijuana companies are slowing the rollout of new brands and products in what might be the latest sign of market maturity in early states that legalized adult-use sales. This is good news for established cannabis brands as competition for shelf space declines while...
Pabst’s entry into cannabis-infused drinks might untap interest in the category
The appearance of Pabst Blue Ribbon’s iconic blue logo on cannabis-infused beverage packaging might be a sign that the beverage category, which often struggles for market share, is poised for speedy growth in North America and perhaps beyond.













