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Reading PA Mayor Walks out of Meeting Over Marijuana

Reading Mayor Wally Scott was so appalled by a discussion on lowering penalties for low-level marijuana possession, that he could not tolerate staying for the...
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Former AG Eric Holder Says Jeff Sessions has an “Almost Obsession” With Marijuana

Former U.S. Attorney Eric Holder feels the current Attorney General has a fixation on shutting down the marijuana industry. It has been no secret that...
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Looking for Training in Medical Marijuana? Michigan may be able to Help

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is offering educational forums for entrepreneurs looking to get into the state's medical marijuana industry. Those looking to...
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Medical Marijuana Patients Decrease Dependency on Prescription Drugs

A study found that medical marijuana patients in Illinois were able to reduce or eliminate the use of traditional prescription medication. Marijuana may be a...
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World Anti-Doping Agency Removes CBD From List of Banned Substances

Starting on January 1, CBD will no longer be banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency while THC will still remain prohibited. Marijuana's medicinal potential may...
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Kentucky Lawmaker Proposes Legalizing Marijuana to Address State Budget Shortfall

Kentucky State Rep. Dan Seum has introduced a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana and use the tax revenues collected to avoid cuts to...
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New West Summit is Powering the Future of the Cannabis Industry

New West’s Oakland event will feature investors, tech companies, and media outlets operating in the cannabis space. The New West Summit is back for its third...
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Report: Homes Near Marijuana Dispensaries Rise in Value

New data from the University of Wisconsin and California State University found that homes within .1 mile of marijuana dispensaries have been increasing in...
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The FDA may Look Into Claims of Marijuana’s Health Benefits

The FDA Commissioner, Scott Gottlieb, implied the agency may start cracking down on companies claiming unsubstantiated benefits of medical marijuana. Getting the FDA to admit...
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Atlanta City Council Passes Marijuana Decriminaliztion Bill Unanimously

The Atlanta City Council just made a clear statement on marijuana reform. The council voted 15-0 to approve a measure to decriminalize less than...

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