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Minnesota Submits Final Cannabis Rules, Market Launch Nears

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business, Cannabis Legalization / By kushmediagroup

Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has submitted its final draft of regulations for the state’s adult-use cannabis industry. If approved by an administrative law judge, cannabis licenses could be awarded within weeks, marking a major step toward the market’s official launch. “These rules lay the foundation to ensure Minnesotans can have confidence in a […]

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Supreme Court Sides with Trucker Fired Over CBD-Related THC Test

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture, Cannabis In Politics / By kushmediagroup

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Douglas Horn, a trucker who sued Medical Marijuana Inc. after being fired for a positive THC test that he says resulted from a hemp-derived CBD product. The ruling allows him to seek triple damages under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, setting a major

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Maryland Bill to Allow Homemade Cannabis Edibles & Concentrates Heads to Governor

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture, Cannabis Legalization / By kushmediagroup

A Maryland House bill that would allow adults to manufacture cannabis edibles and concentrates for personal use is now officially heading to Gov. Wes Moore’s desk. The Senate companion version of the measure is also progressing through the legislature. The House-passed bill, introduced by Dels. David Moon (D) and Luke Clippinger (D), received final approval

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Cannabis NYC Executive Director Dasheeda Dawson Resigns Amid Investigation

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business / By kushmediagroup

Dasheeda Dawson, the founding executive director of Cannabis NYC, announced that she is stepping down from her role. Cannabis NYC, launched in 2022 under the New York City Department of Small Business Services, was created to help entrepreneurs navigate cannabis licensing and business development. Dawson, who previously served as Portland, Oregon’s top cannabis official, stated

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Gold Flora Files for Receivership Amid Legal and Financial Struggles

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business / By kushmediagroup

California-based Gold Flora Corporation has filed for voluntary receivership, seeking court protection to manage its financial challenges. The company cites legacy lawsuits from its acquisition of TPCO Holding Corp, rising operational costs, and high-yield debt as primary reasons for the filing. Despite reporting over $100 million in annual revenue and operating 16 dispensaries across California,

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FBI Blocks Delaware’s Cannabis Licensing Background Checks – What’s Next

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business, Cannabis Legalization / By kushmediagroup

Delaware’s adult-use cannabis industry is facing an unexpected hurdle after the FBI denied the state’s request to conduct federal background checks for cannabis business applicants. The FBI rejected the request due to vague legal language, stating that Delaware’s law must explicitly define which individuals are required to undergo these checks to avoid overly broad application.

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Study Finds Eliminating Marijuana as Reason for Drug Screening During Pregnancy Improves Racial Equity

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

A new federally funded study published in JAMA Network Open has revealed that removing marijuana use as a reason to order urine drug screenings during pregnancy leads to improved racial equity in testing and reporting to child protective services (CPS). The report also indicates no significant association between this change and neonatal outcomes, further supporting

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CBD and Spilanthol Infused Mouthwash Promotes Oral Health, Reduces Inflammation, Study Finds

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

New research published in the journal Clinical Advances in Dental Medicine and Oral Health has revealed promising results for a mouthwash containing cannabidiol (CBD) and spilanthol, a botanical extract. The study suggests that this innovative mouthwash can help promote oral health, reduce plaque buildup, control bacteria, and reduce inflammation, all while offering potential benefits beyond

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Edible Brands Enters Cannabis Market with New Hemp Product Delivery Service

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture / By kushmediagroup

Edible Brands, the company best known for its creative fruit arrangements under the Edible Arrangements brand, is making its move into the cannabis market. The company announced on Thursday that it is launching a new delivery service for hemp products, including gummies, drinks, and supplements, under the platform Edibles.com. Thomas Winstanley, executive vice president of

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Study Finds 40% of Veterans Use Marijuana for Chronic Pain Relief

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

A recent study published in Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health reveals that 40% of military veterans suffering from chronic pain use marijuana as a treatment. The survey, conducted among 52 veterans enrolled in the Veterans Health Administration (VA) primary care, found that cannabis is widely used for addressing pain, mobility issues, and sleep

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