2 California municipalities approve cannabis business tax cuts
Two California jurisdictions have approved cutting cannabis business taxes as the industry lobbies for more relief from local municipalities.
California shutters marijuana testing lab for 7 alleged violations
California regulators have suspended a prominent testing lab’s license “indefinitely” for alleged infractions that include potency inflation, according to records obtained by MJBizDaily.
Return on investment is new 4/20 focus for cannabis retailers, brands
As the industry, consumers and other enthusiasts prep for another April 20 cannabis celebration, the date is taking on new importance nationwide for advocacy, unity and business.
Without tax relief, California cannabis stores need ‘significantly’ more customers
Licensed cannabis stores in California would have to attract almost 200 extra customers a month to keep revenue steady if taxes increase on July 1, according to one retailer’s analysis.
California touts seizure of $316M in unlicensed cannabis in first quarter
California authorities have seized more than $316 million in unlicensed cannabis and $474,000 in cash in the first quarter of 2025.
How American cannabis businesses are responding to Trump’s tariffs
Cannabis companies and ancillary businesses are pivoting in real time to assess and respond to President Donald Trump’s fluctuating tariff policies in a sector reliant on a global supply chain primarily based outside the United States.
New York investigating marijuana giant Stiiizy for possible ‘inversion,’ report says
California-based cannabis megabrand Stiiizy is under investigation in New York for allegedly smuggling marijuana from out of state into licensed stores.
