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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Learning from Las Vegas: 5 lessons from 5 years of legal weed in Sin City

Chris Kudialis – July 27, 2022

Las Vegas boasts drive-thru purchasing and the world's largest weed stores. But casino opposition has limited the industry's growth. Read more

Texas marijuana decriminalization: Yes, it does exist

Chris Kudialis – July 19, 2022

Austin is the only city to officially decriminalize cannabis flower, but other cities may follow in November. Read more

New Mexico’s first recreational marijuana stores open with ‘full-on party’ vibe

Chris Kudialis – April 1, 2022

Cannabis enthusiasts and freedom advocates celebrate the opening of legal weed stores in the Land of Enchantment. Read more

How to find New Mexico’s adult-use marijuana stores

Chris Kudialis – March 29, 2022

April 1 is Rec Day One in New Mexico. Where's the nearest store? We've got all 118 listed here. Read more

A complete guide to New Mexico’s marijuana products

Chris Kudialis – March 21, 2022

What's a pre-roll? How does a tincture work? Let us take the mystery out of shopping at New Mexico's new adult-use cannabis stores. Read more

New Mexico’s legal weed stores open April 1. Here’s what you need to know

Chris Kudialis – March 21, 2022

It's no April Fool's joke: New Mexico's recreational cannabis stores will open on April 1. We've got all the info. Read more

Tribal cannabis store coming to CT’s Foxwoods Casino, and maybe North Carolina too

Chris Kudialis – August 23, 2021

Yes, North Carolina—where marijuana isn’t even medically legal yet. This could get interesting. Read more

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

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

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