What’s believed to be the longest strike in U.S. cannabis history ended earlier this month. A second strike is ongoing.
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Marijuana MSOs settle $860 million lawsuit after failed boomtime acquisition
Vireo Growth Corp. will receive $1 million in cash and Pennsylvania real estate from Verano Holdings Corp., the companies announced Wednesday.
MJBizCon 2025 to debut first virtual cannabis retail activation
The first-ever onsite cannabis retail experience is set for MJBizCon in 2025.
How high-tech dab rigs are shaping the cannabis industry
Bluetooth-enabled “smart” dab rigs are a harbinger of consumer cannabis trends.
Minnesota cannabis business licenses resold as regulators dawdle
Some marijuana business permits are being advertised for resale for more than $1 million despite a “face value” of less than $10,000.
How cannabis cultivators can manage their energy costs
With electricity rates rising and wholesale prices dropping, successful cannabis cultivators will follow these power-saving steps to ensure profitability.
Ohio lawmakers signal hemp beverage approval
Ohio lawmakers signaled acceptance for hemp-derived THC beverages in a bill passed this week.
Circle K to sell hemp THC beverages nationwide in 2026
Circle K’s announcement that it will carry hemp-derived THC beverages in three states is a potential major development.
Ohio lawmakers moving to restrict hemp THC products to licensed cannabis stores
Ohio lawmakers are expected to vote soon on a bill that would disrupt the state’s hemp-THC beverage market.
Marijuana MSO Curaleaf sues New Jersey to avoid ‘death penalty’
Marijuana multistate operator Curaleaf Holdings sued New Jersey regulators on Oct. 9 to avoid serious punishment for violating a union rule.
Campaign to end Massachusetts’ $1.6 billion legal marijuana market claims early success
A campaign to cancel Massachusetts’ $1.6 billion legal marijuana market says it’s “on track” to put the question before voters.
New York moves to punish marijuana distributor at heart of inversion scheme
New York marijuana regulators on Monday moved to severely punish a distributor accused of masterminding an inversion scheme.













