marijuana legalization

In a story published April 20, 2022, about marijuana banking reform, The Associated Press erroneously reported that U.S. Sen. Patty Murray held a news conference at a cannabis store near Seattle

The legislation would also establish procedures for expunging previous convictions from people’s records.

It’s been 25 years since California first legalized marijuana. What has changed? And why are research institutions still struggling with the issue? NBC4’s Conan Nolan talks Los Angeles Times Investigative Journalist Evan Halper. For a closer look at the issue here is the link to Evan’s complete story: shorturl.at/arzU6

One local hospital says they’re now treating at least a couple of young children every month for toxic exposure to edibles – and they’re warning parents to lock up their pot treats.

Across the country, 18 states have already legalized pot for recreational use.

Drug-sniffing police dogs from around Virginia are being forced into early retirement as the state prepares to legalize adult recreational use of marijuana on July 1

Women who use marijuana during pregnancy are putting their babies at risk, a study published this week finds

International Marijuana Day is a date in which many people usually celebrate by consuming this substance, for this reason, the police reminded California residents that although the use of this plant is legal in this state, driving under the influence is still a serious crime.

Under a bill signed Wednesday by Governor Andrew Cuomo, New Yorkers over age 21 can now possess up to three ounces of cannabis, and the state will automatically clear criminal records of certain past marijuana-related convictions.

New York has become the 16th state in the U.S. to legalize marijuana after the state Senate and Assembly both voted to approve the bill on Tuesday — and Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed it into law the following day.

Virginia lawmakers have given final approval to a bill that will legalize marijuana for adult recreational use

A nationwide push to relax drug laws took a significant step forward Tuesday

New Jersey voters supported the legalization of recreational marijuana but it could be many months before pot shops open in New Jersey.

It could be a landmark election year for the legal marijuana industry.

Mainers are getting their first opportunity to legally buy marijuana for adult recreational use, but a supply shortage is a potential buzzkill. Retailers blame the pandemic and a limited number of licensed manufacturers for reducing the variety of products available on Friday, the opening day. Licenses were issued only a month ago. That didn’t dampen Matt Bourgeois’ enthusiasm for...