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DaySavers Introduces ‘Higher Potential’ Scholarship with Over $25,000 in Cannabis Education Awards
LOS ANGELES- DaySavers, the pre‑roll accessories brand under Custom Cones USA, has launched its inaugural Higher Potential Cannabis Education Scholarship—a collective effort backed by industry partners, offering more than $25,000 in financial support for current ...
California Farmworker Dies Following Greenhouse Fall During Chaotic ICE Raid
LOS ANGELES- A 57‑year‑old farmworker, identified as Jaime Alanis Garcia, has died from injuries sustained after falling approximately 30 feet from a greenhouse roof during a July 10 ICE-led raid at a Glass House Farms ...
Verano Elevates James Leventis to Chief Strategy & Compliance Officer
LOS ANGELES- Verano Holdings Corp. Announced the promotion of James Leventis to Chief Strategy and Compliance Officer. Leventis, a licensed attorney with nearly 15 years of experience across the healthcare, pharmaceutical, consulting, and cannabis sectors, has ...
Nebraska Attorney General Challenges Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law
LOS ANGELES- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers continues to contest the implementation of the state's voter-approved medical cannabis law, citing concerns over the legality of the ballot initiatives and the regulatory framework established by the ...
Missouri Evaluates Cannabis Market Health
LOS ANGELES- The state of Missouri has initiated a comprehensive evaluation of its cannabis industry, commissioning a study to assess market health and inform decisions on the potential issuance of additional cannabis facility licenses. In ...
Seth Yatakan Announced as Keynote Speaker for LinkedLive CannabizCon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2025 Cannabis Powerbroker Seth Yakatan to Deliver Keynote Address at Highly Capitalized Network’s Groundbreaking Virtual Business Summit, LinkedIn Live HCN CannabizCon LOS ANGELES, CA – Highly Capitalized Network (HCN) is ...
UK Reports 90% Reduction in Mail-Order Cannabis Imports from Thailand
LOS ANGELES- The United Kingdom has reported a 90% decrease in cannabis shipments arriving by mail from Thailand during the first quarter of 2025. This significant decline follows enhanced cooperation between UK and Thai authorities ...
DaySavers Introduces ‘Higher Potential’ Scholarship with Over $25,000 in Cannabis Education Awards
LOS ANGELES- DaySavers, the pre‑roll accessories brand under Custom Cones USA, has launched its inaugural Higher Potential Cannabis Education Scholarship—a collective effort backed by industry partners, offering more than $25,000 in financial support for current ...
California Farmworker Dies Following Greenhouse Fall During Chaotic ICE Raid
LOS ANGELES- A 57‑year‑old farmworker, identified as Jaime Alanis Garcia, has died from injuries sustained after falling approximately 30 feet from a greenhouse roof during a July 10 ICE-led raid at a Glass House Farms ...
Verano Elevates James Leventis to Chief Strategy & Compliance Officer
LOS ANGELES- Verano Holdings Corp. Announced the promotion of James Leventis to Chief Strategy and Compliance Officer. Leventis, a licensed attorney with nearly 15 years of experience across the healthcare, pharmaceutical, consulting, and cannabis sectors, has ...
Multi-State Cannabis Operator Ascend Wellness Holdings Expands to Maryland with Acquisition of Four Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES-- Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan announced on Monday that she has terminated her consulting deal with a cannabis company, Veriede Holdings LLC, after the arrangement was discovered during an audit of the ...
New Research: Terpenes in Cannabis Modulate Interaction Between THC and Its Endogenous Receptor
TEL AVIV, Israel --A new study published in the journal Biochemical Pharmacology has found that terpenes found in the cannabis plant may play a more important role than THC in enhancing the plant's effects. The ...
Colorado Senate Passes Bill to Regulate Psychedelic Substances for Therapeutic Use
LOS ANGELES-- The Colorado Senate has approved a bill aimed at regulating psychedelic substances, following a voter-endorsed initiative. The proposed legislation would establish guidelines for the legal use of psilocybin and psilocyn in authorized therapeutic ...
Aurora Cannabis Expands German Portfolio with Launch of Two New Medical Cannabis Products
LOS ANGELES Aurora Cannabis Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of medical cannabis worldwide, announced today the launch of two new high tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) cannabis flower products for medical patients in Germany. The products, Pedanios ...
A Brief History of The Word Cannabis
LOS ANGELES - Cannabis has been a topic of discussion for centuries, with the plant being used for medicinal, recreational, and spiritual purposes around the world. But where did the word "cannabis" come from, and ...
Minnesota Becomes 23rd State to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota is set to become the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis after the state legislature passed a bill on Thursday, which is now awaiting Governor Tim Walz's signature. The move comes after ...
Simple Solvents and Florida Chemical Supply Announce Partnership
LOS ANGELES-- Simple Solvents and Florida Chemical Supply have announced a strategic partnership that will revolutionize the supply chain for the cannabis and hemp markets in Florida. Simple Solvents, a leading supplier of high-quality solvents, ...
Chill Medicated Makes History as First Cannabis Brand to Sponsor a National Sports Tournament
LOS ANGELES-- Chill Medicated, a cannabis brand with a mission to destigmatize the plant and promote its potential for athlete wellness and recovery, has announced its sponsorship of the Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Organization (WCLO) championship ...
NAR Study Reveals Drop in Commercial Property Purchases by Cannabis Businesses, Rise in Leasing Activity
A new study conducted by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has indicated a significant decrease in commercial property purchases by cannabis industry-related businesses. The report, titled "2023 Cannabis and Real Estate: A Budding Issue," ...
Glass House Brands to Hold 2nd Annual Investor Sesh at Camarillo SoCal Facility, the Largest Cannabis Farm in the US
LOS ANGELES-- Glass House Brands, a leading cannabis company, has announced its plans to hold its 2nd Annual Investor Sesh at the Camarillo SoCal facility on June 23, 2023. The event will include the company's ...
PBC 2023 Conference to Feature Keynote Panel of State Cannabis Regulators: A Forum for Industry and Government Collaboration
LOS ANGELES-- PBC 2023, the annual conference that brings together government and industry leaders, is set to feature a keynote panel discussion among cannabis regulators from some of the largest state-legal cannabis markets. The two-day ...
Global Cannabis Brand Cookies Accused of Using Threats, Violence, and Kickbacks to Enrich Leaders
LOS ANGELES-- Two investors of California-based cannabis brand Cookies have filed a lawsuit alleging that its leaders have been engaging in threats, violence, and financial kickbacks to enrich themselves at the expense of the company's ...
Exploring the Growth and Challenges of Aurora Cannabis Inc: A Comprehensive Analysis
LOS ANGELES-- Aurora Cannabis Inc, the Canadian company that is paving the way for the cannabis industry, has announced the launch of a new program that aims to support and empower cannabis patients in their ...
Missouri’s Recreational Cannabis Industry: Rapid Growth and Potential Challenges
LOS ANGELES-- Missouri’s decision to legalize recreational cannabis last year has led to an impressive surge in job growth in the industry, with the number of active licenses rising from 9,800 in October to over ...
Glass House Brands Inc Completes Acquisition of Natural Healing Center Dispensary in Turlock, California
LOS ANGELES-- Glass House Brands Inc, a fast-growing cannabis company in the US, has officially closed the acquisition of the Natural Healing Center (NHC) dispensary in Turlock, California. With all local regulatory requirements fulfilled, Glass ...
