Teen use of delta-8, an unregulated marijuana alternative, is rising
Delta-8 and other similar THC-type products sold over the counter in gas stations and smoke shops are not regulated and have not been evaluated for safety.
Delta-8 and other similar THC-type products sold over the counter in gas stations and smoke shops are not regulated and have not been evaluated for safety.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
FDA recommends moving marijuana to lower-risk drug class: Key takeaways
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
Texas sues 5 cities, including Denton, over marijuana policies
The lawsuits were filed by the State of Texas against Denton, Austin, San Marcos, Killeen and Elgin. All 5 cities adopted amnesty and non-prosecution policies about marijuana.
The lawsuits were filed by the State of Texas against Denton, Austin, San Marcos, Killeen and Elgin. All 5 cities adopted amnesty and non-prosecution policies about marijuana.
Petition to decriminalize marijuana possession in Dallas seeks 20K signatures
If passed, the "Dallas Freedom Act" would also prohibit the city from allocating any budgeted resources for THC concentration tests. The act has support from the Dallas Democratic Party and at least one local justice of the peace.
If passed, the "Dallas Freedom Act" would also prohibit the city from allocating any budgeted resources for THC concentration tests. The act has support from the Dallas Democratic Party and at least one local justice of the peace.
Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges in DC, federal lands
"Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities," Biden said. "It’s time that we right these wrongs."
"Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities," Biden said. "It’s time that we right these wrongs."
Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use
Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.
Ohio now becomes the 24th state to allow adult cannabis use for non-medical purposes.
Marijuana use among America's senior citizens rises as interest in the drug is 'reignited' today
Health experts share warnings as people age 65+ eclipse kids and grandkids as the fastest growing demographic to use cannabis.
Health experts share warnings as people age 65+ eclipse kids and grandkids as the fastest growing demographic to use cannabis.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Mailman federally charged with delivering marijuana on assigned route
Court documents revealed the packages were shipped from several California cities to South Carolina in 2022.
Court documents revealed the packages were shipped from several California cities to South Carolina in 2022.
Man crashes truck trying to light marijuana on 'weed day'
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Wrestling legend Ric Flair launches new cannabis company: Edibles changed my life
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
Fort Worth councilman calls for decriminalizing marijuana possession up to 4 ounces
The city of Fort Worth is considering a proposal to decriminalize marijuana possession up to four ounces. Those for it say dozens of non-violent offenders are jailed in Fort Worth for small amounts of marijuana, and the majority are Black and Hispanic residents.
The city of Fort Worth is considering a proposal to decriminalize marijuana possession up to four ounces. Those for it say dozens of non-violent offenders are jailed in Fort Worth for small amounts of marijuana, and the majority are Black and Hispanic residents.
Oklahoma voters say no to recreational marijuana proposition
Oklahoma voters rejected a state question Tuesday to allow for the recreational use of marijuana, following a late blitz of opposition from faith leaders, law enforcement and prosecutors.
Oklahoma voters rejected a state question Tuesday to allow for the recreational use of marijuana, following a late blitz of opposition from faith leaders, law enforcement and prosecutors.
Denton votes to end low-level marijuana citations & arrests. Police are doing it anyway.
The city of Denton voters overwhelmingly passed a referendum in November to end citations and arrests for misdemeanor possession of marijuana, but those arrests and citations are still happening.
The city of Denton voters overwhelmingly passed a referendum in November to end citations and arrests for misdemeanor possession of marijuana, but those arrests and citations are still happening.
Recreational marijuana use could be legalized by Texas cities, counties if new bill passes
Recreational marijuana could be legalized by some cities and counties across the state if a newly filed bill passes the Texas legislature.
Recreational marijuana could be legalized by some cities and counties across the state if a newly filed bill passes the Texas legislature.
LA to London drug bust: 9 charged in $6.7M cannabis smuggling operation
Nearly 750 pounds of herbal cannabis was confiscated among the 9 suspects en route from LAX to London's Heathrow Airport.
Nearly 750 pounds of herbal cannabis was confiscated among the 9 suspects en route from LAX to London's Heathrow Airport.
Study: Weed smokers had more cases of emphysema, inflamed airways than some cigarette smokers
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
Maryland, Missouri legalize marijuana, while 3 other states vote no
The results of Tuesday’s election mean that 21 states have now approved marijuana’s recreational use.
The results of Tuesday’s election mean that 21 states have now approved marijuana’s recreational use.
Which states put marijuana on the ballot in 2022?
Recreational marijuana could be legal in half the country if the handful of states with cannabis measures on ballots this November pass them.
Recreational marijuana could be legal in half the country if the handful of states with cannabis measures on ballots this November pass them.