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Chicago’s United Center to start hemp THC beverage sales at events

The venue has a multiyear partnership with Chicago-based Rythm Inc. to sell hemp-derived THC beverages during concerts and…

News January 27
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Does federal marijuana rescheduling only apply to medical cannabis?

President Donald Trump only talked about medical cannabis in his Dec. 18 executive order directing marijuana be rescheduled.…

News January 23
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Bipartisan proposal could fulfill President Trump’s promise for CBD Medicare coverage

Federal hemp regulations would come from the FDA for the first time under bipartisan legislation introduced Thursday.

News January 23
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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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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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Marijuana flower power at the heart of industry success – and other MJBizCon takeaways

Here are five major takeaways from MJBizCon 2025 as heard by our editorial team.

News December 8
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Report: Hemp THC ban may be unenforceable

Hemp THC products will become illegal under federal law in November 2026 thanks to the spending bill President…

News December 5
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Medicare proposes covering certain hemp products

Health insurance coverage for medical cannabis, a potential game changer for medical marijuana operators and the cannabis industry…

News December 1
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Why the hemp-derived THC debate demands clarity, not a ban

The hemp THC debate is a call for clarity and education rather than bans.

News November 21
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States abandon hemp THC regulations after federal ban

Following Congress's lead, states are moving away from hemp THC regulations and towards banning.

News November 19
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