Chris Kudialis

Chris Kudialis is a Las Vegas–based cannabis reporter. He has written articles for the Los Angeles Times, Las Vegas Sun, Charlotte Observer, Houston Chronicle, Detroit Free Press, and Brazil's Rio Times, among other metropolitan dailies.

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5 Lessons Learned: Nevada’s First Week of Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

Chris Kudialis – July 11, 2017

We spoke to cannabis advocates and dispensary owners to pick out some of the lessons learned from the first week of Nevada’s adult-use era. Read more

Time to Leave Las Vegas, Gaming Commish Tells Cannabis Trade Shows

Chris Kudialis – August 28, 2017

It's not a rule, just...friendly advice: The agency strongly "discourages" casinos from hosting industry events. Read more

Cannabis Delivery Fraudsters Are Popping Up All Over Las Vegas

Chris Kudialis – April 10, 2018

Imposters are using the logos of licensed retailers to deliver nasty weed and sketchy service. Read more

Cannabis Lounges Looking More Likely in Las Vegas

Chris Kudialis – September 13, 2017

Gov. Sandoval wants to stop cannabis clubs, but where else can tourists consume legally? Read more

Nevada Cannabis Ruling May Delay July 1 Start Date

Chris Kudialis – June 20, 2017

A judge in Carson City ruled that the state hasn't followed the rules of its legalization initiative. Stores open July 1? Maybe not. Read more

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Cannabis lounges are finally legal in Las Vegas—so when will they open?

Chris Kudialis – June 25, 2021

Some may open this winter or next spring. But will they actually make money? Read more

These states could legalize cannabis next in 2021

Chris Kudialis – March 2, 2021

New Mexico and New York are next in line, but Pennsylvania is moving fast. Read more

Recreational cannabis sales debut in Arizona months ahead of schedule

Chris Kudialis – January 22, 2021

Less than three months after voters passed Prop. 207, the first retail marijuana stores opened in Arizona. Read more

Nevada governor pardons thousands of past cannabis convictions

Chris Kudialis – June 22, 2020

Gov. Steve Sisolak's move restores opportunities in financial aid, housing, voting, and other life basics previously denied. Read more

Las Vegas cannabis stores are reopening. Here’s what it looks like

Chris Kudialis – June 15, 2020

The Strip went dark and dispensaries went delivery-only. Now stores are open at 50% capacity, with masks and distancing. Read more

Las Vegas dispensary offers free joints to Nevada primary voters

Chris Kudialis – February 13, 2020

The Source wanted to give a pre-roll to everyone who voted. Then they realized that was against the law. So they adapted. Read more

Arizona legislature opens with a flurry of cannabis bills

Chris Kudialis – January 12, 2020

With a legalization vote expected in November, lawmakers consider reform measures in a 3-month session that starts today. Read more

Mayor Pete gets schooled at a ‘tidy’ Las Vegas cannabis grow

Chris Kudialis – October 24, 2019

The Democratic presidential candidate toured two licensed Nevada companies and learned a whole lot about what's happening. Read more

As licensing snafu drags on, Nevada cannabis industry braces for trial

Chris Kudialis – October 22, 2019

An ongoing lawsuit has pressed pause on the state's expansion of retail cannabis and thrown existing businesses into chaos. Read more

Did your state ban vaping? Check this updated list to find out

Chris Kudialis – October 21, 2019

Recent court challenges have put some vape product bans on hold. What's your state doing? Read more

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