Two ballot initiatives in Massachusetts could end legal recreational marijuana sales in the state.
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Scathing audit of Mass. marijuana regulator finds ‘favoritism,’ lost revenue
Massachusetts cannabis regulators have demonstrated “potential favoritism and/or impropriety” in their dealings with some marijuana businesses, according to a review by the state auditor’s office.
Cannabis consumption lounges a step closer in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is close to legalizing social cannabis consumption with the publication of proposed regulations for businesses that would allow smoking marijuana.
Colorado marijuana company recalls tainted vaporizers
A Colorado cannabis company is recalling tainted vape products sold at about 18 stores across the state.
Cannabis retailer High Tide entering German market via acquisition
Canadian cannabis retailer High Tide is entering the German medical marijuana market through the acquisition of 51% of Remexian Pharma GmbH.
New York and California square off in MJBowl cannabis competition
MJBowl, a bi-coastal cannabis competition, is uniting California and New York to spotlight the Most Valuable Products (MVPs) across five key categories through a collaboration between MJBizCon and social review platform Budist.
Tainted marijuana vapes recalled in Michigan
More than 26,000 marijuana oil vaporizer cartridges sold in Michigan could contain a banned additive also found in patients during the vaporizer lung crisis.
Cannabis brand Cookies tries its hand in the alcohol market
Cutting against the recent trend of beer and liquor brands launching THC-infused drinks, marijuana brand Cookies is crossing over into the spirits industry with a tequila-based beverage.
Texas starts accepting new medical marijuana applications
Texas is expanding its medical cannabis program with the addition of 12 new dispensary licenses.
Oklahoma regulators suspend marijuana testing lab’s license
An Oklahoma testing lab’s license was suspended after state regulators discovered some products were improperly tested.
Massachusetts sheriff indicted for allegedly extorting cannabis retailer
A Massachusetts sheriff was indicted Friday after being accused of extorting $50,000 from a cannabis company seeking to open a dispensary in Boston.
How to make the most of cannabis trade show MJBizCon
With thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors spread across a massive convention center, navigating MJBizCon and getting the most out of it requires a strategic approach, and preparation is the key to success.












