Whether it was fear, racism or economic concerns that led the U.S. in the 1930s to ban growing or even possessing marijuana, the nation’s wall against pot lasted a generation. Now, it’s showing signs of wear. Twenty-nine U.S. states consider…
As California gears up for the implementation of Proposition 64, which legalized recreational marijuana use, state regulators are trying to figure out how the new industry will impact the energy supply. In February, the California Public Utilities Commission held a…
Instagram hacking has more than doubled since last year with large accounts falling victim to intruders, especially accounts connected to the weed industry. Why? Because weed-related accounts tend to have a lot of followers and happen to be connected to legit…
If you think supporters of legalizing marijuana are all pot-smokers and hippies, think again. After winning several legislative victories over the past few years, a close-knit corps of advocates is putting its full weight behind the Holy Grail of marijuana reform: Legislation…
Israel has long been a powerhouse in medical innovation. The tiny country of 8.5 million has made some of the most important contributions to the global medical field in the last 50 years. Today, Israel is unleashing its innovative medical…
A brief gunfire incident occurred early Thursday evening near the annual 4/20 cannabis celebration in downtown Denver. Police said nobody was hurt, and officers arrested two people soon after at least one shot rang out near 15th Street and Cleveland Place.…
As cannabis enthusiasts celebrate 4/20 across the country, the long shadow of the Trump Administration isn’t just a major buzz kill — it has also has sent chills across a blossoming cannabis industry and the wider decriminalization and legalization movement.
Supporters of a pair of ballot measures that would legalize medical and recreational cannabis in South Dakota plan to launch their push Saturday to get on the ballot in 2018. Backers of the South Dakota effort would have to submit nearly…
