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Groundbreaking Study Finds Strong Support for Medical Cannabis in Cancer Symptom Relief

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

A recent meta-analysis published in Frontiers of Oncology is making waves in both the medical and wellness communities. The study—funded by Cancer Playbook and led by Ryan Castle, research director at Whole Health Oncology Institute—reviewed more than 10,000 research articles and found a surprising degree of consensus: medical cannabis has the potential to significantly relieve […]

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Lazy Bear Partners with Sonoma Hills Farm to Launch Signature Cannabis Strain

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In a groundbreaking collaboration that blends fine dining with cannabis culture, San Francisco’s Michelin two-star restaurant Lazy Bear has partnered with Sonoma Hills Farm to release Lazy Bear Reserve, a bespoke cannabis strain, San Francisco Standard reports. The partnership is believed to be the first of its kind between a cannabis grower and a fine-dining

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Ohio Sees $3M Sales Surge Ahead of First 420 Celebration Under Adult-Use Market

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

In the days leading up to April 20 — widely recognized as 4/20 — cannabis sales in Ohio spiked by $3 million, according to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). Dispensaries throughout the state brought in more than $20 million in total sales from April 13–19, MITechNews reports. This marks Ohio’s first 4/20 celebration

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Texas Court Overturns Austin’s Cannabis Decriminalization Policy

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Politics, Cannabis Legalization / By kushmediagroup

A Texas appeals court ruled to overturn Austin’s locally adopted cannabis decriminalization ordinance, according to a report from KUT News. The ordinance, approved by Austin voters in 2022, instructed law enforcement to cease investigating and prosecuting low-level marijuana possession offenses. However, the measure came under legal fire in 2024 when Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

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Michigan Proposes Vape Recycling Program to Support Industry Sustainability

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is considering new rules that would allow licensed businesses to collect and recycle used vape products—an effort aimed at improving environmental sustainability within the state’s fast-growing industry. CRA Executive Director Brian Hanna told Metro Times that the proposed initiative stems directly from concerns raised by businesses over the past two

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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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