NORML

OCTOBER 11, 2024

“The results of this study indicate that legal medical cannabis promotes greater physical activity in those experiencing chronic medical conditions and legal recreational cannabis promotes (even more so) greater physical activity in those not experiencing chronic medical conditions.” The post Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Greater Levels of Physical Activity appeared first on NORML.

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Americans for Safe Access

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has been at the forefront of fighting for patients’ rights to access medical cannabis across four presidencies since our founding in 2002. We've crafted briefing materials and “100-day campaigns” for three incoming administrations on medical cannabis policy. Over the years, we’ve learned what a president can—and, more importantly, cannot—do to shape cannabis policy.

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Canna Care Docs

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The Associated Press recently reported that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will move to reclassify cannabis — a historic shift that could have wide ripple effects across the country. In the wake of this announcement, you may have a few questions. What does rescheduling actually mean? What could the implications be for patients on their medical cannabis journey?

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Global Impact of Chronic Pain How CBD Can Help. Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, often limiting their ability to lead fulfilling lives. As one of the most common health issues, chronic pain not only impacts physical health but also mental well-being, significantly.

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Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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NORML

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Marijuana prohibition has been a fraud from the beginning — often propagated by politicians and bureaucrats who were in on the sham. It’s high time we end it. The post NORML Op-Ed: Marijuana Prohibition Has Been a Fraud from the Get-Go appeared first on NORML.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In June, the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and Division of Cannabis Regulation released a notice providing reminders and general information that focused on pre-operational deadlines and extension forms, including extending the operational deadline for (Group 1) Craft Growers to August 1, 2024. Now that the deadline has passed and completed Craft Grower Operational Extension Application Forms (for Group 1) have been reviewed, what’s next?

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 9, 2024

DEA Potential Reclassification of Marijuana Policy. In recent discussions surrounding drug policy reform, the reclassification of marijuana by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has emerged as a pivotal issue. The prospect of shifting cannabis from its current Schedule I status, which categorizes it alongside drugs like heroin and LSD, to.

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NORML

OCTOBER 8, 2024

"Historically, government-affiliated sources have either embellished or outright lied about marijuana and its effects. So it's no wonder that the public doesn't consider them to be credible sources for marijuana-related information." The post Survey: Adults Seeking Marijuana-Related Advice Seldom Refer to Health Care Providers or Government Agencies appeared first on NORML.

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PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 9, 2024

If you’ve ever purchased cannabis or spent time in a dispensary, you may have heard the term “zip” used in conversation. But what exactly is a “zip of weed,” and why is this measurement so common in the cannabis world? Let’s break it down. A Zip Equals an Ounce In cannabis terminology, a “zip” refers […] The post How Many Grams In A Zip Of Weed?

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2024

For the last several months, to no avail, Illinois News Joint has been trying to confirm an official on-the-record comment from the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) and/or the Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) about if or when registered medical cannabis patients would be allowed to receive the medical tax rate at any dispensary in Illinois (instead of only licensed medical dispensaries).

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Top-shelf Melonade x Biscotti scores 95 out of 100. The post Biskante—Alien Labs, California, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Internationally renowned artist and human rights advocate The post The NORML Advisory Board Welcomes Joshua Zeke Thomas appeared first on NORML.

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The Fresh Toast

OCTOBER 10, 2024

How Cannabis Helps With A Good Mood Between politics, weather and the ending of summer, you might need some help.here is how cannabis helps with a good mood. The post How Cannabis Helps With A Good Mood appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Illinois officials recently released the Annual Cannabis Report for Fiscal Year 2024. The 144-page report, compiled by the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO), incorporates data from several state departments. This article focuses on the Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) portion of the report, which touts FY2024 as “a year of explosive growth in the cannabis industry” in Illinois.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A classic sativa from a big Washington brand—spotted in Cali. The post Golden Pineapple—Phat Panda, California, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 7, 2024

How to Choose the Right THC Strain for You A Complete Guide. Choosing the perfect THC strain can be a game-changer for your experience, whether you’re a seasoned cannabis consumer or a curious newcomer. With a wide variety of strains available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. To help you make.

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The Fresh Toast

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Is Smoking Marijuana Bad For Your Lungs We know it is "healthier" than alcohol, but what about tobacco? Is smoking marijuana bad for your lungs? The post Is Smoking Marijuana Bad For Your Lungs appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A consistent modus operandi for Illinois News Joint has been to incorporate cannabis and academia to help speed up the path to normalizing the plant. In May, we hosted the Academic Cannabis Conference in Carbondale. Several colleges and universities were represented at the conference, including Oakton College. Oakton College , located in Des Plaines, has been on the forefront of a similar mission to combine cannabis and academia.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A 90 point indoor Oakland, CA bud. The post Moonbow—Flora and Flame, California, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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CannaMD

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Following Hurricane Milton, many medical marijuana patients in Florida are worried about their ability to access safe cannabis products due to the closure of dispensaries across the state. The article provides a comprehensive list of dispensaries that are still operational, including Trulieve, Curaleaf, MUV, Surterra, The Flowery, Fluent, Sanctuary Medicinals, Sunnyside, VidaCann, GrowHealthy, Insa, Cookies, Green Dragon, RISE, AYR, and Jungle Boys.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Oregon) is retiring next month. Mr. Blumenauer, or “Earl” as he often asked to be called, has been a leading proponent of cannabis reform since 1973, when Oregon was the first state to decriminalize user amounts of the substance. Blumenauer was a brand new face in the Oregon House of Representatives at that time, and he has been a vocal proponent of cannabis reform ever since.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced today that proposed amendments involving provisions to the Illinois Industrial Hemp Act were moved to a Second Notice this week. The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) proposed the provisions on Dec. 26, 2023. The proposed amendments involve provisions for new hemp regulations, licensing, and testing methods for Illinois academic research institutions, government demonstration and research entities, and licensed hemp farmers.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Hibernica has free, fast deliveries to all of the Bronx and southern Westchester County this October The post House of Hibernica is delivering to the Bronx for free in October appeared first on Leafly.

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Connor & Connor PLLC

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Checklist for Starting a Business in Nevada: It would be nice if forming a business was as easy as picking a name and selling products or services. Unfortunately, there are a lot of state and federal laws that go into the formation of a business. Here are 8 steps to keep in mind when starting a business in Nevada: Form a Business Entity There are a several business entities to choose from when starting a business.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A 95 point indoor NorCal banger. The post Headbanger—Wood Wide High Craft, California, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Cat Piff is Cat P**s x Purple Manguito. The post Cat Piff—The Papermill Cannabis Co., Maine, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Wedding Cake x Biscotti for 97 out of 100 points. The post Scotties Cake—CAM, California, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2024

For the last couple months, I’ve been exploring the hop-infused cannabis-collaboration line from Nature’s Grace & Wellness and Chicago brewery Half Acre. This Honey Bun Hop Infused Prerolls was the final product I checked out from the collection. Honey Bun is a hybrid cross of Gellati and Honey B, originally bred by Cookies. These Honey Bun prerolls were infused with Mosaic hops.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 9, 2024

An independent, expert review of premium hemp-derived THC gummies from Minnesota. The post Peach hemp delta-9 gummies—Minny Grown, Minnesota, USA, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Leafly

OCTOBER 9, 2024

A new 5-way cross from noted breeder Fiya Farmer. The post Crunch Berriez—Backpack Boyz, CA, fall 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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