Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr has signaled his support for medical marijuana in the NBA. Momentum for medical marijuana in professional sports seems to be building. Former NFL star Eugene Monroe has headed an effort to allow football players to medicate with marijuana to ease pain. And now the NBA's reigning MVP Coach, Steve Kerr, may be joining the...

As she eyes a run for California State Treasurer, BOE Chair Fiona Ma is bullish on cannabis and remains unwavering in her determination to fix the woeful state of nonexistent banking for the industry. If California Board of Equalization Chair Fiona Ma were a cannabis strain, she likely would be a sativa-dominant hybrid whose prevailing qualities enhance creativity, curiosity, and...

New York state officials will add chronic pain to the list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana. The New York Department of Health will draft an amendment to its current medical marijuana program and submit it for public comment. The inclusion of chronic pain is expected to raise the number of qualifying marijuana patients significantly. “After conducting a thorough review of...

Hunter S. Thompson enthralled readers with "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" and his invention of gonzo journalism. It appears that he may have found a new audience almost 12 years after his death. Thompson's widow, Anita, is now in charge of his estate and the famous Owl Farm, his former home. “So I own the house, the property, the logo and...

Introducing California's first mainstream cannabis beauty line, HIGHGORGEOUS. Los Angeles, CA- It can heal dry skin, reduce inflammation, and kick cellulite to the curb. That's why cannabis is the star of each one of these new lotions, body butters, bubble baths, and lip balms that will have everyone saying, High Gorgeous! With packaging that looks perfect on big beauty chains'...

Obama made what could be his final public comments on marijuana as President of the United States. Several weeks ago, the marijuana industry enjoyed its biggest night as eight states approved major policy reform. Unfortunately for those working in legal marijuana, the newfound excitement has already given way to a familiar fear. Even as the use of marijuana has been legalized...

The Northern California collective of sun-worshipping cannabis experts Legion of Bloom are collecting legions of extremely loyal fans. When you get to know them, it's easy to see why. The first clue you're dealing with a different kind of collective? They're conscious cultivators and firm believers in whole plant medicine. "Our genetics are properly selected and cared for, while each...

Legal marijuana sales are supposed to help increase tax revenue. Right? Advocates for legalizing marijuana have cited increased tax revenue as a major reason for reforming laws. In Colorado, the new revenues have been used to address many issues including homelessness, education, and infrastructure projects. California voters recently passed Prop. 64 on November 8, legalizing the use of recreational marijuana, which is...

It's hard to believe that just five years ago, the first Marijuana Business Conference attracted 350 attendees. This year's blockbuster event, at the sold-out Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, boasted almost double last year's numbers, with over 10,000 industry members (7,500 were expected), including a slew of new exhibitors. Penn Jillette did not have to travel far...