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California Court: Cannabis in Prison Is OK—if Inmates Don’t Inhale
The Associated Press - Published on June 13, 2019read moreA state appeals court ruled that California voters legalized possession of less than an ounce of cannabis by adults in 2016, with no exception even for those behind bars.
Colorado Just Hit the $1 Billion Mark in Cannabis Tax Revenue
Bruce Kennedy - Published on June 13, 2019read moreIt used to go to illegal cartels. Now that money funds new school buildings, community health services, and drug abuse programs.
Oregon Is About to OK Cannabis Exports. What’s Next?
Johnny Green - Published on June 12, 2019read moreOregon has too much cannabis. Other states don’t have enough. A newly passed bill hopes to address the imbalance—and may lower prices for some consumers.
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Huge Cement Blocks Bar Access to Illicit Toronto Dispensaries
Jesse B. Staniforth - Published on June 12, 2019read moreAs illegal cannabis stores attempt to continue operation, city agents have escalated their tactics.
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New York Legalization Is Coming Down to the Wire
Max Savage Levenson - Published on June 12, 2019read moreSo you’re telling me there’s a chance? Yep. Legalization in New York could hang on just two votes. Buckle up.
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5 Wacky Canadian Cannabis Laws You Didn’t Know Existed
Harrison Jordan - Published on June 11, 2019read moreCannabis might be legal in Canada, but these obscure laws might surprise you.
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Hell’s Getting Chilly: Alabama & Mississippi Take Up Cannabis Reform
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 11, 2019read moreTwo of America’s most cannaphobic states make first-step improvements, thanks to dedicated activists.
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Las Vegas OK’d Cannabis Lounges but Nevada Just Said No
Chris Kudialis - Published on June 10, 2019read moreThe big gaming companies didn’t want the competition in Las Vegas, so it’ll be at least July 2021 before the first lounge opens.
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When It Comes to Cannabis, Trump Doesn’t Matter. Governors Do
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 7, 2019read moreTrump is hopeless on legalization. Meanwhile, local leaders are changing laws. Welcome to the Jared Polis Experience.
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This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From June 1-7
Leafly Canada Staff - Published on June 7, 2019read moreCannabis news from around the web.
