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Long Lines, $1.30 Grams Mark Uruguay’s Legal Cannabis Debut

The Associated Press – July 20, 2017

Pharmacies began dispensing medical cannabis to registered patients on Wednesday. It's available, but it's weak: 2% THC. Hey, it's a start. Read more

Colorado Will Ban Cannabis Gummy Bears

The Associated Press – June 10, 2016

Sponsors say that gummy bears, gummy worms and chewy candies shaped like fruits are too attractive to children. Read more

Denver Shuts Down 26 Legal Cannabis Businesses, Makes Arrests

The Associated Press – December 14, 2017

The city's order shuttered 26 retail stores and other marijuana growing facilities operating under the name Sweet Leaf. Police investigation focused on eight locations licensed by the company. Read more

10 Things to Know About Florida’s Medical Marijuana Bill

The Associated Press – June 9, 2017

The Florida Legislature on Friday finally approved a bill establishing a framework for the state's constitutional amendment expanding medical marijuana. Read more

California’s Legal Cannabis Countdown: What’s Coming by Jan. 1

The Associated Press – November 17, 2017

Don't count on being able to stroll into your local dispensary on New Year's Day to celebrate with an infused cookie or a joint. Read more

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Brittney Griner’s cannabis trial resumes in Moscow

The Associated Press – August 1, 2022

Griner's trial resumes this week, as diplomats work behind the scenes to reach a deal to set her free. Read more

Brittney Griner pleads guilty to Russian vape charges

The Associated Press – July 7, 2022

Griner told a Russian court she had packed her suitcase in haste and didn't mean to break the law. Read more

Biden officials say Brittney Griner ‘wrongfully detained’ by Russia on cannabis charges

The Associated Press – May 3, 2022

The WNBA star was arrested in February for allegedly bringing cannabis vape cartridges into Russia. Read more

Mississippi governor signs law allowing medical marijuana

The Associated Press – February 2, 2022

The new law allows patients to purchase about 3 ounces per month. Read more

South Dakota Supreme Court kills adult-use legalization

The Associated Press – November 24, 2021

Re-criminalization wouldn't have happened without Gov. Kristi Noem's leadership. Read more

Louisiana ends jail time for small amounts of marijuana

The Associated Press – June 16, 2021

Starting Aug. 1, possession of up to a half-ounce will be a misdemeanor: A $100 fine and no jail time, even for repeat offenders. Read more

Connecticut could legalize marijuana in special session this week

The Associated Press – June 15, 2021

Republicans ran out the clock on legalization last week. This week Gov. Lamont called them back for a special session. Read more

Sorry, Connecticut, no legalization for you…yet

The Associated Press – June 9, 2021

Time ran out on an adult-use legalization bill, but it could still pass in a special session. Read more

It’s official: Alabama legalizes medical marijuana

The Associated Press – May 17, 2021

Gov. Kay Ivey signed the bill into law. The first licenses are expected in late 2022. Read more

Alabama Legislature agrees to legalize medical marijuana

The Associated Press – May 6, 2021

If Gov. Kay Ivey signs the bill, Alabama will become the latest Deep South state to legalize for patients. Read more

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