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Marijuana operator’s petition, lawsuit allege Alabama commissioners are unfair

Medical marijuana company Alabama Always filed a petition and a lawsuit seeking to prevent the state Medical Cannabis…

News April 7
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Big players enter hemp-derived THC drink market amid growing restrictions, bans

Another week, another move from an established company into the federally legal, hemp-derived THC market.

News April 7
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Oklahoma voters could weigh in on adult-use marijuana legalization in 2026

Oklahoma voters could see an adult-use marijuana legalization initiative on their 2026 ballots.

News April 4
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Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $14M credit line to refinance debt

Marijuana multistate operator Standard Wellness Holdings has received a $14 million senior secured credit line from Advanced Flower…

News April 4
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MJBizCon offers speakers chance to share cannabis insights, shape industry

Speaking at MJBizCon "offers a chance to share insights and strategies that empower others to elevate their businesses…

News April 4
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Marijuana consumption lounge bill introduced in Maine

A group of Republican lawmakers in Maine has introduced a bill that would allow municipalities to approve or…

News April 3
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France advances plans to legalize medical cannabis

France’s four-year campaign to launch a fully regulated medical cannabis framework is finally being realized.

News April 3
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Medical marijuana sales stumble in Illinois as overall market cools

On the heels of a record year, slumping medical marijuana sales in Illinois in early 2025 are dragging…

News April 3
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New York’s cannabis chief believes $1.5 billion in sales is possible in 2025

Felicia Reid, the acting executive director of New York's Office of Cannabis Management, offers her views on the…

News April 3
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Organigram acquisition offers pathway into US hemp-derived THC market

Organigram Global, one of Canada’s largest marijuana producers, is entering the growing U.S. hemp-derived THC beverage market through…

News April 2
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