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Massachusetts finally legalizes cannabis consumption lounges

Cannabis social consumption lounges are finally coming to Massachusetts.

News December 11
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Ohio moves to restrict hemp THC and criminalize out-of-state marijuana

Ohio responded to the national ban on hemp THC by outlawing drinks after the end of 2026 and…

News December 10
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Stiiizy is biggest cannabis retailer in California after $25 million fire sale

The deal includes leases and licenses for 12 marijuana retail locations. With 58 California stores, Stiiizy is now…

News December 10
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Marijuana MSO Curaleaf to exit hemp THC market ahead of federal ban

Curaleaf Holdings will exit the hemp THC sector ahead of next year's federal ban, chairman and CEO Boris…

News December 10
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New York marijuana chief ousted as inversion investigation implodes

New York Office of Cannabis Management Acting Director Felicia Reid quit Monday amid the failure of a major…

News December 9
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Massive new Michigan cannabis tax to take effect Jan. 1 after court hearing

A Michigan judge denied a request to halt the state’s 24% wholesale excise tax on cannabis that would…

News December 9
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How cannabis brands win at advertising and marketing

Brands can win at cannabis marketing and advertising despite the many restrictions imposed on them.

News December 9
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Florida medical marijuana patient growth slowed in 2025

Recent data reveals a modest increase in the number of qualified patients, but the pace of growth appears…

News December 8
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California cannabis sales tumbled after tax hike, data shows

Sales tumbled after lawmakers hiked California cannabis taxes, recent data shows.

News December 8
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