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Cannabis delivery operator, trade groups sue L.A. over social equity rules

A marijuana businessman and two trade associations filed suit against Los Angeles, asking a judge to throw out…

News October 20
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Advice for cannabis executives who want to address social justice

The International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC)’s new report about the responsible regulation of cannabis shines a light on…

News October 16
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Analysis highlights lack of diversity in Canada’s legal cannabis industry

Leadership positions in Canada's regulated marijuana sector continue to be held predominantly by white males, according to a…

News October 15
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Sacramento, California, opens 10 retail cannabis permits for social equity

The capital city of California is adding 10 more retail marijuana storefronts to its existing 30, yet another…

News October 14
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Vermont becomes 11th state to legalize recreational marijuana market

The adult-use marijuana club of the United States just grew to 11 with the addition of Vermont on…

News October 7
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Los Angeles’ next cannabis licensing window will start Oct. 20

The next round of marijuana business licensing in Los Angeles will begin Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. PT,…

News October 6
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Social equity concerns raised over Vermont adult-use cannabis bill

Vermont might encounter a hitch in the passage of a bill to regulate legal recreational marijuana sales, as…

News October 5
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A new Arizona adult-use cannabis market may offer limited business opportunities

Even if Arizona voters back recreational marijuana legalization on Nov. 3, don't expect a wide-open cannabis market with…

News October 5
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Maryland awards three marijuana cultivator licenses, eight for processors

Maryland regulators handed out 11 long-awaited cultivation and processing business permits.

News October 2
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Massachusetts nears marijuana delivery from wholesalers

Massachusetts is just a step away from expanding its cannabis home delivery rules, a move designed to benefit…

News September 25
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