NORML
MAY 5, 2025
"The findings highlight the distinct patterns of pulmonary and cardiovascular manifestations associated with smoking and marijuana use. In general, marijuana users do not appear to develop emphysema or pulmonary hyperinflation." The post Analysis: Cannabis Smoking Not Linked To Increased Risk of Emphysema, Other Tobacco-Related Harms appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
MAY 8, 2025
By now, it is a common refrain: the weed is getting stronger. Recent research backs this up. For example, data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse reveal that the level of THC in cannabis samples seized by law enforcement averaged 4% in 1995. By contrast, in 2022, the average level of THC was upwards of 16%.
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Illinois News Joint
MAY 9, 2025
Earlier today, Illinois Senate Bill 0042 passed the Judiciary-Criminal Committee and now returns to the House floor for a second reading and more debate. SB0042, sponsored by Sen. Rachel Ventura , removes the requirement that cannabis within any area of a motor vehicle must be in an odor-proof container. This minor change of wording in the Vehicle Code could have bigger implications for future Illinois Supreme Court rulings.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 6, 2025
Understanding Trademark Strength We frequently discuss the cannabis-specific challenges that brands face when seeking trademark protection. But it’s just as important not to lose sight of the core trademark principles that apply to all businessesespecially the need for a strong, distinctive mark. Clients often approach us with catchy, creative names that, unfortunately, are (or are likely to be) ineligible for trademark protection.
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.
NORML
MAY 9, 2025
Lawmakers in other states, including Idaho and Texas, are also seeking to make it more difficult for voters to decide on marijuana-related ballot initiatives. The post Florida: Governor Signs Law Making It Harder to Place Ballot Initiatives Before Voters appeared first on NORML.
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Illinois News Joint
MAY 4, 2025
With nearly 200 published edible reviews, our preference for full-spectrum gummies is becoming obvious at this point. Hence, the run of Lost Farm Live Resin Gummies reviews, including this Citrus Spritz (and more to come). Picked up at Sunnyside Champaign , the Citrus Spritz (listed as hybrid) is part of Lost Farms strain-specific full-spectrum live-resin gummies and made with Pineapple Express.
MaxQ Cannabis
MAY 6, 2025
The new administration’s approach to Cannabis policy presents a complex landscape for the U.S. Cannabis industry, marked by both potential advancements and significant challenges. Federal Rescheduling and Banking Access The new administration has expressed support for reclassifying Cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance under the Controlled Substances Act.
NORML
MAY 6, 2025
"With his veto, Governor Youngkin has stripped Virginians of the reliable, direct-to-patient delivery services on which they have relied for years." The post Virginia: Governor Vetoes Medical Cannabis Bill appeared first on NORML.
Leafly
MAY 6, 2025
Deep in the tangled forests and sprawling vineyards of Anderson Valleys wine country in Mendocino, California, is a new kind of cannabis tourism experience centered on rare landrace cannabis strains. It’s called The Madrones. In the southern-most point of the Emerald Triangle, founders Jim Roberts and Brian Adkinson combined their love of wine and rare […] The post WATCH: How landrace strains are changing weed tourism appeared first on Leafly.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 7, 2025
Mosca Seeds has been producing gear for more than a decade, and again, one of the breeders strains has found its way into Illinois dispensaries. Blaze recently released Supreme Planet, originally bred by Mosca, so I picked up an eighth to review. Picked up from Consume Cannabis , Supreme Planet is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Supreme Ruckus and Planet Hulk.
MaxQ Cannabis
MAY 7, 2025
Cannabis businesses share the modern environment of extremely high data security risk. The cannabis industry occupies a unique spot when it comes to user data security. Depending on your place in the supply chain, the secure data handled by your cannabis business can include employee personal and financial information, private and patented strain information, secure […] The post Cannabis Business Data Security Precautions appeared first on MaxQ Technologies.
NORML
MAY 8, 2025
NORML has expressed opposition to the state-monopoly model, opining "Adopting this model would arguably make the state (and its employees) vulnerable to litigation and, ultimately, federal preemption. The post Pennsylvania: House Lawmakers Advance Bill Regulating Adult-Use Marijuana Sales in State-Operated Stores appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 8, 2025
I don’t know how it came to be, exactly, but I’ve spent countless hours of my adult working life assisting with due diligence on cannabis transactions. These transactions involve all kinds of companies, from sole proprietorships to public companies, and a variety of deals–from leasing, to financing, to good old M&A. Today, I’ll cover how diligence works in the regulated cannabis world, and some common red flags we see during the process.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 3, 2025
The Chicago Police Department issued a Business Alert last week about two related cannabis dispensary Molotov-cocktail fires, and yesterday, a Molotov-cocktail arson attempt occurred at a third dispensary. The Chicago Police Department alert gave notice of recent arson-related fires of two cannabis dispensaries, one in the Portage Park neighborhood in the 16th (Jefferson Park) District and the other in the Lincoln Square neighborhood in the 19th (Town Hall) District.
MaxQ Cannabis
MAY 7, 2025
In the rapidly evolving cannabis market, it is imperative for businesses to optimize their financial processes to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. By implementing effective strategies for cost control and enhancing visibility into your financial operations, you can make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and drive overall profitability.
Otherside Farms
MAY 6, 2025
The explosion of interest in hemp cultivation across the country isn’t surprising given the plant’s versatility. Hemp, a resilient crop, yields products ranging from textiles and biofuels to popular wellness items like hemp gummies. Today, growers who master the cultivation process can tap into a thriving market by producing premium hemp suitable for gummies and other CBD-rich edibles.
Veriheal
MAY 9, 2025
If you live in or around DC, you may have noticed some recent changes to the business landscapespecifically if you enjoy cannabis. There has been a sequence of closures of cannabis businesses over the past year, which potentially means less access to cannabis as well as changes to the cannabis industry. Wondering why? We will explore the status of cannabis in DC, what exactly has been happening with these business closures, why they have been shut down, and what this may mean for the future of c
Illinois News Joint
MAY 8, 2025
Its interesting how certain cannabis strains become associated with specific people, places, and things. One strain in the legal market really has my dads heart, Bio-Jesus, and anytime I see it, I think of the old man. I recently picked up from Sunnyside Champaign a Cresco Bio-Jesus Liquid Live Resin Vape Cart to review. Bio Jesus is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Bio Diesel and Gumbo.
CannaMD
MAY 5, 2025
Looking at fires when high is an extraordinarily moving and beautiful experience. That was famed astrophysicist Carl Sagan writing about his experiences with marijuana in the 1960s. Generations of cannabis users have similarly described marijuana's ability to create visual alterations and color enactments. In rare cases, marijuana can cause actual hallucinations , as CannaMD has described.
The Cannigma
MAY 3, 2025
[Quick CYA Disclaimer] Before we dive into this delightful rabbit hole, let’s get one thing straight: I’m not your doctor, lawyer, or life coach, and this isn’t a ‘how-to’ manual from the heavens. Think of this as a fun chat with that quirky friend who always has a good story but insists you double-check the fine print.
The Joint Blog
MAY 6, 2025
Master the art of combining music and lights to create immersive shows that transport audiences into another dimension.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 8, 2025
The Office of the Illinois State Treasurer (Treasurer) this week issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for banking services for cash processing of medical and recreational cannabis tax payments. According to the RFP, the Treasurer seeks a successful Respondent (Contractor) to provide efficient and cost-effective banking services for the cash payments of taxes collected by the State of Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) for recreational adult use cannabis and medical cannabis permitted under Il
Medicinal Genomics
MAY 5, 2025
Growers often use tissue culture specifically meristem tissue culture to eliminate viruses, viroids , and other plant pathogens. In a recent CannMed Coffee Talk Podcast interview, Dr. Zamir Punja shared groundbreaking insights into how meristem tissue culture affects the cannabis microbiome and how growers can keep plants safe. What Is the Plant Microbiome and Why Does It Matter?
The Cannigma
MAY 3, 2025
The Cannigma exists to explore cannabiss power for healing, joy, and everyday helpfulness. In partnership with Solful, Electric Lettuce, and others, were gathering anonymous cannabis journeys from real people navigating real-life challenges. Has cannabis helped you or someone you love? With permission, well share select stories to inspire learning, hope, and connection.
The Joint Blog
MAY 9, 2025
Sound-absorption panels transform venues into acoustic havens, but choosing the right type and placement makes all the difference.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 6, 2025
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today released its April 2025 medical cannabis sales totals. Retail sales of medical cannabis for April totaled $21,761,560.56, which is the lowest April sales since 2019. Total 2019 retail sales by licensed medical cannabis dispensaries reached $44,498,739.06. Total retail sales since November 2015 reached $304,592,649.30, and 2019 total wholesale sales by cultivation centers finished at $24,530,517.45.
PrestoDoctor
MAY 9, 2025
Hydro weed, also known as hydroponic cannabis, refers to marijuana cultivated using a soil-free method where plant roots are suspended in a nutrient-rich water solution. This controlled environment allows for faster growth, greater yields, and cleaner, more consistent budsmaking it a preferred method among both home growers and commercial cannabis cultivators.
Americans for Safe Access
MAY 6, 2025
As someone who has been a medical cannabis advocate for over 2 decades, Ive been watching the return of a Trump administration with caution. Many had high hopes for what another term might mean for cannabis. During the 2024 election, Trump expressed support for cannabis rescheduling and patient access, and even said he intended to vote for the legalization measure on the Florida ballot.
The Joint Blog
MAY 6, 2025
Peek inside how farm-to-table dining is revolutionizing casino restaurants, delivering fresher food and bigger profits while transforming guest experiences.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 5, 2025
As recently mentioned in my Citrus Spritz Live Resin Gummies review, we at Illinois News Joint are big fans of live resin gummies. To continue through the Lost Farm strain-specific gummies, I picked up at Sunnyside Champaign the Pineapple Live Resin Gummies to review. The Pineapple Live Resin Gummies were listed as indica and infused with the strain Ice Cream Cake.
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