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Dozens of California cities, counties could OK new recreational marijuana markets

More than two dozen California cities and counties could establish new recreational marijuana markets through ballot measures in…

News September 13
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Judge tosses lawsuit to block adult-use cannabis initiative from Missouri ballot

A Missouri judge dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block a November ballot measure to legalize adult-use marijuana…

News September 12
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New Massachusetts marijuana reform law targets diversity, municipal fees

After Massachusetts' governor recently signed sweeping legislation focused on promoting diversity and equity in the state’s $2 billion…

News September 12
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California advises marijuana operators to conserve energy amid heat wave

California is asking legal marijuana businesses for the third straight day to voluntarily shut off lights and major…

News September 9
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Hexo’s deal with Mike Tyson cannabis brand gets thumbs-down from Quebec, Alberta

Canadian cannabis producer Hexo Corp.'s partnership with boxing legend Mike Tyson's new company, Tyson 2.0, is off to…

News September 8
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Rival cannabis trade associations NCIA, USCC underscore industry rift

A rivalry has emerged between the National Cannabis Industry Association and U.S. Cannabis Council, the largest trade groups…

News September 7
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Marijuana companies lay off hundreds, retrench amid economic woes

While business around the world shuttered as COVID-19 spread, the marijuana industry was deemed "essential" in nearly 30…

News September 6
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Detroit finally begins adult-use cannabis business licensing

After years of waiting, Detroit is now accepting applications for adult-use cannabis business licenses for retailers, microbusinesses, and…

News September 2
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Innovative Industrial Properties buys MA cannabis facility for $21.5 million

Innovative Industrial Properties, a San Diego-based real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on the regulated cannabis industry,…

News September 2
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British Columbia cannabis distribution center resumes operations

The union representing workers at British Columbia's only cannabis wholesaler paused its job action, allowing for the resumption…

News September 1
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