cannabis

Fans of financial legitimacy for pot businesses, rejoice! The Senate Appropriations Committee passed an amendment to the Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill today that would provide robust protection to financial institutions that opt to work with the cannabis industry...

The federal government classifies cannabis as a schedule I drug. According to the United States Drug Enforcement Agency website, drug scheduling is based on a drug's "acceptable medical use and the drug's abuse or dependency potential." It is further written, "Schedule I drugs, substances, or...

The federal government classifies cannabis as a schedule I drug. According to the United States Drug Enforcement Agency website, drug scheduling is based on a drug's "acceptable medical use and the drug's abuse or dependency potential." It is further written, "Schedule I drugs, substances, or...

New York - We didn't find Mary Jane, but we did find CBD. Leaders of the legalized marijuana and hemp industries flocked to New York City's Jacob Javitz Center this week for the Cannabis World Congress & Business Expo, and the mood there was clearly upbeat. The prevailing thought...

Attempts to legalize cannabis in Vermont fell short in the Statehouse this year. But lawmakers still managed to pass reforms to the state's drug laws, and policy makers hope an expansion of the medical marijuana registry will help combat Vermont's opiate addiction problem. Adam Worch was 25...

Attempts to legalize cannabis in Vermont fell short in the Statehouse this year. But lawmakers still managed to pass reforms to the state's drug laws, and policy makers hope an expansion of the medical marijuana registry will help combat Vermont's opiate addiction problem. Adam Worch was 25...

Cannabis jelly sweets, hemp dog treats and vaping devices were all on display at this year's Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition in New York. Hundreds of businesses displayed their wares at the third annual conference, which included a debate panel led by former NFL player Nate...

Cannabis jelly sweets, hemp dog treats and vaping devices were all on display at this year's Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition in New York. Hundreds of businesses displayed their wares at the third annual conference, which included a debate panel led by former NFL player Nate...

While Desert Pot Springs is garnering national attention with its charge into the cannabis industry, the other end of the valley is starting to steal a little of that green spotlight: Irvine-based Cultivation Technologies has plans to open an 88,000-square-foot cannabis-production compound in...

Hebron, Maryland - CannaMED Pharmaceuticals is looking to bring a medical cannabis growing operation to Wicomico County. Thursday night, company leaders met with neighbors in Hebron to listen to concerns, answer questions, and explain how the company will be molded into the community. CannaMED...

Hebron, Maryland - CannaMED Pharmaceuticals is looking to bring a medical cannabis growing operation to Wicomico County. Thursday night, company leaders met with neighbors in Hebron to listen to concerns, answer questions, and explain how the company will be molded into the community. CannaMED...

Cannabis oil is widely used as a medication now that it is decriminalized and legal in many areas, used to treat cancer, epilepsy, arthritis, insomnia and a lot more. Cannabutter is a cannabis infused butter or mix that is often used in recipes for edibles, as is coconut infused cannabis. Which...

Cannabis oil is widely used as a medication now that it is decriminalized and legal in many areas, used to treat cancer, epilepsy, arthritis, insomnia and a lot more. Cannabutter is a cannabis infused butter or mix that is often used in recipes for edibles, as is coconut infused cannabis. Which...

How do cannabinoids act on tumors? Researchers believe the chemical compounds work in various ways, including apoptosis induction and blockage of tumor angiogenesis. Questions about cannabis, including its risks, benefits and legality, just keep coming. Fortunately, as data accrue, evidence is...

How do cannabinoids act on tumors? Researchers believe the chemical compounds work in various ways, including apoptosis induction and blockage of tumor angiogenesis. Questions about cannabis, including its risks, benefits and legality, just keep coming. Fortunately, as data accrue, evidence...

At least 150 people crowded the steps of the Sonoma County courthouse Thursday morning in Santa Rosa, one day after the lab of a well-known cannabis oil producer was shut down in a law enforcement raid. Medical marijuana patients, advocates and longtime activists listened to speeches calling...

At least 150 people crowded the steps of the Sonoma County courthouse Thursday morning in Santa Rosa, one day after the lab of a well-known cannabis oil producer was shut down in a law enforcement raid. Medical marijuana patients, advocates and longtime activists listened to speeches calling...

Technology giant Microsoft will become the largest blue-chip company to ever enter the cannabis industry, according to a new report from The New York Times. While federal pot prohibition gives most corporate lawyers the chills, state-level legalization is apparently hot enough to attract the...

CBD rubdowns are up and coming in Illinois. Patrick Brophy is a construction worker by day and drummer by night. He's probably not who most people picture when thinking of spa clientele. But ReNu Day Spa in Deerfield, Illinois is not the average spa. ReNu began offering cannabis oil...

My wife and I both have medical cannabis cards. If we are flying within California, shouldn't we be OK to carry cannabis and our vape with us in our carry-on, or in our checked baggage? - BF Yes! As long are you stay in Cali, you are all good! Bring a copy of your letter of recommendation...