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Illinois hands out first social equity cannabis retail licenses
Benzinga - Published on November 15, 2022Read moreThe state of Illinois gives a long-awaited go-ahead so the first two social equity cannabis retailers in the state.
Why do medical cannabis and gun ownership rights conflict so often?
Benzinga - Published on October 27, 2022Read moreMedical marijuana and gun ownership are topics that continue to evolve in the United States. Benzinga explains where we are now.
Russian court upholds Brittney Griner’s sentence
Benzinga - Published on October 25, 2022Read moreThe US Olympian’s lawyer said no honest judge would agree that the 9-year punishment fits the crime of possessing less than one gram of cannabis oil.
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DEA wants to boost production of cannabis and psychedelics research in 2023
Benzinga - Published on October 17, 2022Read moreThe Drug Enforcement Administration wants to increase the amount of cannabis and psychedelics it researches in 2023.
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Mayor Eric Adams appoints Dasheeda Dawson as Cannabis NYC founding director
Benzinga - Published on October 13, 2022Read moreDasheeda Dawson will be the first director of Cannabis NYC, the city’s Small Business Services support initiative for the cannabis industry.
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Why is Biden’s pardon important for Latinx people and Latin America?
Benzinga - Published on October 7, 2022Read moreBiden’s decision to pardon simple marijuana offenses is sure to impact the Latinx community and Latin America. Read more to find out how.
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California: $15 million in grants to support social equity programs
Benzinga - Published on October 7, 2022Read moreThe state of California is offering $15 million in cannabis equity grants. Read more and find out how to apply.
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FDA finally advances cannabis research and regulations: Hires ex-NY cannabis policy regulator
Benzinga - Published on September 29, 2022Read moreIs the Biden administration ready to talk about cannabis? The latest move by the FDA may be an indicator of progress on a national scale.
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Trulieve launches Khalifa Kush Cannabis in Florida through exclusive partnership with Wiz Khalifa
Benzinga - Published on September 26, 2022Read moreTrulieve is partnering with Wiz Khalifa to bring his beloved Khalifa Kush to Florida medical dispensaries.
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WATCH: Chicago rapper Vic Mensa seen giving away $10k in free gas as he promotes his new weed brand
Benzinga - Published on September 23, 2022Read moreVic Mensa surprised members of his Chicago community with free gas to promote his new weed brand, 93 Boyz.
