Daily marijuana use increases heart failure risk, study showsNearly half of U.S. states now permit recreational marijuana, but studies say there are risks to frequent usage.
Company develops marijuana breathalyzer for use in the workplaceHound Labs hopes the cannabis breathalyzer will enable employers to discourage marijuana use during the workday.
New Colorado law allows people to order marijuana online for pickupThe law will go into effect on Monday.
Cannabis-related ER visits rose among children during the pandemicMore kids went to the emergency room for cannabis-related incidents during the pandemic.
NCAA committee recommends dropping cannabis from athlete banned drugsA committee has recommended that NCAA testing should be limited to looking for performance-enhancing substances and said cannabis shouldn't be banned.
Minnesota will legalize marijuana for those over 21 starting in AugustCannabis will be legal to possess, use, and grow at home.
Businesses, governments scaling back on drug testingWith there being nearly 4 million more job openings than unemployed Americans, companies are rethinking how they screen new hires for marijuana.
Researchers find link between cannabis use disorder and schizophreniaMarijuana use has increased considerably over the last decade, and its effects are causing concern among researchers.
US Long jumper stripped of national title over positive marijuana testTara Davis-Woodhall tested positive for THC on Feb. 17, the same day she won the long jump title at the USA Track and Field indoor championships.
Twitter relaxes policy for cannabis brands to attract advertisersElon Musk's Twitter will be more "420"-friendly to try and bring in revenue. The platforms wants more cannabis companies to buy advertising space.
'Joint' venture: Ben from Ben & Jerry's starts pot nonprofitOne of the co-founders of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream is getting into socially-minded marijuana products.
Many still waiting for promised marijuana pardons 6 months laterBiden issued a sweeping pardon that was supposed to take effect immediately, but those with federal charges say they don't have official records.
On 4/20, a look at America's marijuana landscapeOn April 20, a day celebrated by marijuana users around the globe, we look at where legislation stands across the U.S. for legalization.
At Weed Weddings, Couples Bring Cannabis Into Their CelebrationIn states where recreational marijuana is legal, couples and wedding vendors have found creative ways to add a cannabis twist to some traditions.
10 Students Overdose After Apparently Taking Cannabis EdiblesThe overdose of 10 students at a Los Angeles-area middle school was not fentanyl-related, but police are still investigating what caused it.
New York Issues First Licenses For Legal Pot DispensariesSome of the dispensaries, selected from a pool of more than 900 applicants, are expected to open by the end of the year.
Marijuana Ballot Measures Pass In 2 States, Fail In 3Voting on weed comes one month after President Joe Biden took steps to pardon federal marijuana offenses and called on states to decriminalize weed.
Voters In 5 States Decide Whether To Legalize MarijuanaThe proposals are on the ballot in Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota, following Biden's effort towards decriminalization.
Senate Hopeful Gary Chambers Vows To Change Marijuana Laws Across U.S.Many lawmakers and candidates in the upcoming midterm elections are pushing to decriminalize weed, even in states where it's not on the ballot.
Some States Are Voting On Legalizing MarijuanaSome of the most conservative states are voting on recreational marijuana. One of marijuana's biggest impacts is on the criminal justice system.
California Takes Steps To Further Legalize MarijuanaCalifornia workers won’t have to worry about being fired, or not hired, for off-the-clock marijuana use.
Thailand Makes Marijuana Legal, But Smoking DiscouragedThe government is still warning those wanting to smoke that doing so in public can be considered a nuisance subject to jail time and fines.
Why Doesn't A Test To Check For Marijuana Impairment Exist?Though toxicology reports can show THC in a driver's system, no test exists to check if its levels are affecting their ability to drive.
Marijuana Laws Are Changing. Will DUI Laws Follow?There is little agreement or clarity on what the level of driving impairment is for marijuana, though the idea is mentioned by lawmakers.
The Road To Legal MarijuanaThe Senate is taking on cannabis reform for the first time, but significant hurdles remain in federally changing marijuana laws.
College Students Smoked More Pot, Drank Less In 2020A new study reveals more college students than ever were smoking marijuana during the pandemic.
KMGH: Denver Rolls Out Marijuana DeliveryRight now, there are only a handful of licensed transporters in the city.
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More Children Than Ever Are Overdosing On Pot EdiblesMore children than ever before are overdosing on pot edibles as more states legalize marijuana. Experts urge parents to lock up their stash.
Democrats Want To End Federal Marijuana BanEighteen states – and D.C. – have already legalized recreational marijuana, while a vast majority of states have legalized medical marijuana.
KMGH: Denver Couple Wants To Pave The Way With Marijuana DeliveryThe couple applied for a license after the Denver city council approved the measure earlier this year.
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Connecticut Becomes 18th State To Legalize Recreational MarijuanaMany marijuana-related criminal convictions will be expunged and some profits will go to communities disproportionately affected by illegal marijuana.
Support For Legal Weed At All-Time High, But Congress Lags On ReformSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says he is working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana, address weed taxes and regulations.
When Will President Biden Address Marijuana Legalization?Advocates are calling on President Biden to use his executive powers to decriminalize cannabis use.
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New York Legalizes Recreational Marijuana, Expunges Prior ConvictionsThe new law also expunges prior convictions on marijuana offenses that are no longer illegal.
