Articles tagged with "cannabis news"
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What’s next for New York’s legal weed rollout in 2023?
Calvin Stovall - Published on January 4, 2023read moreThese are the stories to watch as New York’s brand new industry enters 2023 with high hopes.
Regulators buy New York’s first legal weed products
Mikhail Harrison, Amelia Williams, and Calvin Stovall - Published on December 29, 2022read moreBefore customers lined up to buy at Housing Works, New York regulators vowed to run an equitable industry, then tasted the fruits of their labor.
How Brown Budda New York became the first licensed dispensary in The Hamptons
Amelia Williams - Published on December 22, 2022read moreMeet four of New York’s first weed store owners, and learn why the state called them the cream of the crop among 900 license applicants.
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First words from Brittney Griner: Thanks Biden, vows to help free others
Calvin Stovall - Published on December 16, 2022read moreThe US Olympian said she plans to return to the WNBA and help fight for the release of other cannabis prisoners, including US Marine Paul Whelan, who is still detained in Russia.
![It’s a new day in New York cannabis – Indoor flower is finally here! From local masters like The Mechanic Farm (debuting at Good Grades and Torches February 14-15) to national hitters like STIIIZY and ICED (now available statewide), there are hundreds of brands and strains to try on dispensary shelves right now. We’re documenting the growth of New York’s legal scene with exclusive info on New York’s favorite strains, brands, and experiences. Plus introductions to the growers and grinders behind New York’s first legal dispensaries and brands.]()
New York reacts to lawsuit blocking weed stores from opening
Calvin Stovall - Published on December 13, 2022read moreReactions to the lawsuit that’s blocking nearly half of the state’s adult-use dispensary licenses.
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Brittney Griner released from Russian detention in prisoner swap
Amelia Williams - Published on December 8, 2022read moreAfter nearly a year in Russian custody, WNBA player Brittney Griner is going home. But her trial reveals flaws in how the US handles cannabis crimes.
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New York approves first 36 cannabis stores—Here’s the list
Calvin Stovall - Published on November 21, 2022read moreThe first round of New York dispensary licenses have been awarded. Here are the nonprofit and justice-involved recipients.
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New York’s gray market cannabis crackdown begins in Brooklyn
Calvin Stovall - Published on November 17, 2022read moreA Brooklyn shop was raided for allegedly selling cannabis and tobacco without a license. With dispensary licenses going out Monday, this is only the beginning.
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National cannabis advocates demand end to blockade of Washington DC’s adult-use market
Calvin Stovall - Published on November 14, 2022read moreNational cannabis advocates are using election momentum to push for a legal adult-use market in Washington DC, which was approved by voters back in 2014.
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No you can’t buy weed at Cookies’ New York store, yet [FAQs]
Calvin Stovall - Published on October 29, 2022read moreSan Francisco’s staple cannabis brand is debuting a new store in NYC this weekend. Here’s what you need to know about the Herald Square Cookies store’s grand opening.
