Head of Illinois Medical Cannabis Program Resigns
Wed / Jun 29th
The second person chosen by Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner to head the state’s medical cannabis program has resigned, the Associated Press reports.… Read More
Medical Marijuana News
In this section, you will find the latest medical marijuana news throughout the world. For a list of medical studies related to cannabis and its effect on various conditions & disorders, click here.
Washington Medical Cannabis Database May Not Be Ready by July 1
Wed / Jun 29th
Washington medical cannabis patients and providers should be prepared for delays in the roll-out of the state’s new medical regulations.… Read More
Seattle Protest Planned for June 30 Against Washington’s MMJ Shutdown
Tue / Jun 28th
The NORML Women of Washington are organizing a protest in Seattle this Thursday, June 30, that aims to bring attention to… Read More
Cannabis Dispensaries Earn More Per Square Foot than Whole Foods
Tue / Jun 28th
The average medical and/or recreational cannabis dispensary in the U.S. earns more money per square foot than the premium grocery… Read More
Mexico’s Cannabis Reform Bill Stalled by Senate
Mon / Jun 27th
Mexico’s senate has postponed discussing a bill to reform marijuana laws in the country until at least September, VICE reports,… Read More
Supreme Court Rejects Appeal to Save Montana MMJ
Mon / Jun 27th
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an appeal against a Montana law that limits medical cannabis caregivers from providing to… Read More
New York Gov. Doesn’t Know His State’s MMJ Law is Broken
Thu / Jun 23rd
Since its launch in January, the New York medical marijuana program has faced heavy criticism from patient and industry advocates for… Read More
Congress Neglects MMJ Reforms for Veterans
Thu / Jun 23rd
Congressional leaders have blocked medical marijuana reform efforts from both the House and Senate that would have opened the door for Veterans… Read More
New York Legislature Fails to Pass Any MMJ Related Bills At Session’s End
Tue / Jun 21st
The New York legislature failed to enact any of the proposed fixes to the state’s medical marijuana program before the… Read More
New Health Office in Las Vegas Will Cut Down Wait Times for Medical Cannabis Approval
Tue / Jun 21st
Officials in Nevada have opened a Division of Public and Behavioral Health office in Las Vegas in an effort to… Read More
Jim McMahon Says NFL Players Should Have Access to MMJ
Mon / Jun 20th
Jim McMahon, ex-NFL star quarterback who helped carry the Chicago Bears to victory in Superbowl XX, called for allowing NFL players… Read More
‘Tea-Party’ Congressman to Propose Legislation to Help Marijuana Researchers Access Drug
Mon / Jun 20th
U.S. Representative Andy Harris (R-MD) is leading a coalition of lawmakers who plan to introduce legislation this week aimed at… Read More
NFL Medical Marijuana Advocate Released by Baltimore Ravens
Thu / Jun 16th
Eugene Monroe, an offensive tackle with the Baltimore Ravens, has been released by the organization, just months after advocating for… Read More
Major Medical Cannabis Brands Raided by California Police
Thu / Jun 16th
Several prominent medical cannabis companies in California, including concentrate manufacturer Absolute Xtracts and CBD-rich products producer Care By Design, were… Read More
Inaugural Imperious Expo Coming to Tacoma on July 20-21
Wed / Jun 15th
The inaugural Imperious Expo, a marijuana business conference dedicated to spotlighting the medical and industrial cannabis industries, is coming to the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall… Read More
Survey of New York Patients and Caregivers Finds Serious Flaws in Medical Marijuana Program
Wed / Jun 15th
A recent survey by the Drug Policy Alliance found New York’s medical cannabis program is plagued by unaffordable medicine and… Read More
Competing Medical Marijuana Proposals in Arkansas Could Split Votes
Wed / Jun 15th
Two plans to legalize medical marijuana in Arkansas could appear on November ballots, causing some advocates to fear the competition… Read More
Vermont MMJ Program Expecting Dramatic Patient Increase
Tue / Jun 14th
Vermont medical marijuana dispensaries are preparing for a dramatic rise in customers after recent additions to the state’s list of qualifying conditions for… Read More
Medical Cannabis Sales Skyrocket in New Mexico
Mon / Jun 13th
New Mexico’s medical marijuana industry has expanded rapidly over the last year and signs indicate more growth ahead. According to an… Read More
Colorado Legal Marijuana Sales Set New Record in April
Mon / Jun 13th
Dispensaries in Colorado sold almost $76.6 million worth of recreational marijuana in April, setting a new record for monthly sales,… Read More
Tilray Strikes Deal to Export Medical Cannabis Products to Croatia
Fri / Jun 10th
Tilray, a Canadian medical cannabis research and production company, has announced a deal with Croatia that will see their products… Read More
Ohio Gov. Kasich Signs Medical Marijuana Law
Thu / Jun 9th
Ohio Gov. John Kasich (R) has signed legislation legalizing medical marijuana in the state but patients shouldn’t expect access to… Read More
Vermont Gov. Signs MMJ Program Expansions Into Law
Wed / Jun 8th
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a law expanding the state’s medical marijuana system, a press release issued Monday reports. The… Read More
New York Cannabis Advocates Pushing for Expanded Access as Session Winds Down
Wed / Jun 8th
New York lawmakers and medical cannabis advocates are continuing their fight to expand the state’s Compassionate Care Act, calling the… Read More
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