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Big defeat for cannabis social equity as Rhode Island judge halts permitting

No new cannabis permits will be issued anytime soon in Rhode Island, where a federal judge has temporarily…

News April 9
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How higher education is embracing legal cannabis

Cannabis education is no longer a niche offering – schools nationwide offer courses designed for careers in the…

News March 30
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Virginia marijuana social equity advocates call to delay adult-use sales launch

Virginia cannabis social-equity advocates are calling for the governor to delay the launch of adult-use cannabis sales so…

News March 26
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MSO fees, social equity: Framework for Virginia adult-use cannabis sales emerges

The proposal includes a $10 million fee for multistate operators that want to convert their medical licenses.

News January 27
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Vic Mensa: How to keep cannabis culture alive in the boardroom

From the block to the boardroom, hip hop and cannabis share a legacy of creativity, resistance, and resilience.…

News January 16
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Rhode Island cannabis chief exits as new retail permit timeline announced

Rhode Island’s top cannabis regulator is stepping down a day after establishing the timeline for awarding the state’s…

News October 22
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MJBizCon highlights women driving diversity in cannabis

From building brands to advocating for social equity, women are breaking barriers, driving innovation and championing equity in…

News October 8
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Hemp THC products are illegal in Maryland, high court rules

"Hemp-derived psychoactive products... have always been illegal in Maryland," a high court ruled last week.

News September 17
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Cannabis pioneer Wanda James challenges Colorado US Rep. Diana DeGette

Cannabis industry trailblazer Wanda James is making a bid to unseat longtime Congresswoman Diana DeGette, who has represented…

News September 17
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Up to 24 new cannabis retail permits available in Rhode Island

Prospective marijuana retailers in Rhode Island can apply for licenses to sell recreational cannabis three years after the…

News September 15
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