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Cannabis Lounges Are Coming to Las Vegas—but Not the Strip
Chris Kudialis - Published on May 3, 2019Read moreApproval by the Las Vegas City Council has dispensary owners primed to open extravagant consumption lounges.
The Roll-Up #86: Maybe Trump Should Try Magic Mushrooms
Leafly Podcasts - Published on May 3, 2019Read moreThis week in cannabis news: Trump outs himself as a prohibitionist, and Denver votes on legalizing the ‘shrooms.
It’s a $130 Fine for 3 Grams, Under Hawaii’s Decrim Bill
Bruce Kennedy - Published on May 3, 2019Read moreIf Gov. David Ige signs the bill, low-level cannabis possession would only be a ticketable offense starting next year.
Is Wisconsin ‘Behind the Curve’ on Marijuana Laws?
The Associated Press - Published on May 2, 2019Read moreThe state is one of just 17 in which the possession, sale, or cultivation of cannabis in any amount can result in criminal prosecution.
Washington DC Mayor Moves to Allow Cannabis Sales
Max Savage Levenson - Published on May 2, 2019Read moreExpecting a congressional roadblock to be removed this year, Mayor Muriel Bowser has unveiled a plan to launch legal, adult-use cannabis sales in the District.
Denver Could Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms on Tuesday
Bruce Kennedy - Published on May 2, 2019Read moreThe historic vote could open the way for other cities to rethink their policies on hallucinogens. Opponents say it’s a bad trip waiting to happen.
Time to Admit It: Trump Opposes Cannabis Legalization
Bruce Barcott - Published on May 2, 2019Read moreBy cruelly denying military veterans access to medical cannabis, President Trump reveals himself as an old-school drug warrior.
Alaska Officials Clash Over Cannabis Investigations
The Associated Press - Published on May 2, 2019Read moreAlaska marijuana regulators expressed frustration this week with the limited cooperation they say they’re receiving with investigations from the state Department of Public Safety.
329 Groups Call on UN to Adopt Harm-Reduction Drug Policy
Ben Adlin - Published on May 1, 2019Read moreIn an open letter ahead of an international policy summit, the 329 organizations also question the UN drug office’s ability to change its own outdated perspective.
Texas Moves Ahead With Weakened Decriminalization Bill
The Associated Press - Published on April 30, 2019Read moreSomething’s better than nothing: Texas Republicans want more, but Gov. Abbott refuses to consider legalization.