Film Review: Embrace of the Serpent

Embrace of the Serpentis a film that should be seen by every human being on this earth.

National NORML Board Endorses AUMA Marijuana Legalization Initiative in CA

WASHINGTON, DC At a board meeting held on Saturday, February 20th in Washington, DC, the NORML Board of Directors voted to endorse the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA) voter initiative to legalize marijuana in California. The NORML Board reversed its former policy of waiting until an initiative has officially qualified for the ballot []

National NORML Board Endorses AUMA Marijuana Legalization Initiative in CA | The Daily Chronic

Colorado Cannabis Cup may move south for 2016

After having its Denver-area permit rejected last week, the U.S. Cannabis Cup is looking to move to southern Colorado in April 2016.

Know Your Grow: Terpenes 101

A brief overview of theterpenesthat play a major role in the scent and flavor of our favorite cannabis strains.

Study: Synthetic THC Kills Leukemia Cells

TUBINGEN, GERMANY -- The administration of FDA-approved synthetic THC (dronabinol) induces death in leukemia cell lines and offers a "low-toxic therapy option" for patients with cancer, according to findings published online in the journal BMC Cancer. German researchers evaluated the impact of dronabinol on leukemia cells. Investigators reported that synthetic THC displayed "remarkable anti-proliferative as well [...]

Study: Synthetic THC Kills Leukemia Cells | The Daily Chronic

Colorado issues first state-level hold on pot due to pesticides

Colorado marijuana regulators announced Friday they have put a large but undisclosed number of plants and products on hold from two cultivation facilities over concerns they were treated with unapproved pesticides. It's the first such action by a state agency; previous recalls have been undertaken by the city of Denver only.

Legal pot has little impact in Denver crime increase

When the state Senate in New Mexico this week considered a measure that would have asked voters whether to legalize marijuana, the debate inevitably became as much about Colorado as the lawmakers' home state.

PIX OF THE CROP: 02.19.16

Our favorite reader submitted photos for the week of February 19, 2016.

Poll: South Carolina Primary Voters Support Decriminalizing Drug Possession

A large majority of South Carolina presidential primary voters across party lines support ending mass incarceration, and a substantial majority support decriminalizing drug possession outright, according to a new poll released by the Drug Policy Alliance. 70 percent of voters in the upcoming first Southern state primary consider substantially reducing the number of Americans in [...]

Poll: South Carolina Primary Voters Support Decriminalizing Drug Possession | The Daily Chronic

Study: No Increase in Prevalence of Cannabis Use Disorders

A report published last fall claiming that an estimated three in ten consumers of cannabis suffer from a 'use disorder' has been dismissed in a new study published in JAMA Psychiatry. Investigators at the Washington School of Medicine in St. Louis assessed trends in marijuana use and the prevalence of marijuana use disorders during the [...]

Study: No Increase in Prevalence of Cannabis Use Disorders | The Daily Chronic

Cancer Patient Shares How He Illegally Healed Himself with Medical Pot

Three months ago, an unidentifiedPennsylvania man's story about breaking the law to use medical marijuana went viral. Now, that man has come forward to share his identity, togive an update on his health and to deliver a message to lawmakers.

Legal marijuana has little impact in Denver crime increase, stats show

When the state Senate in New Mexico this week considered a measure that would have asked voters whether to legalize marijuana, the debate inevitably became as much about Colorado as the lawmakers' home state.

CBD Nibbles for Your Furry Friends

Benny's Healthy HempCBDTreats fromRXCBDare handcrafted to support the health and wellness of your dog.

Will there be a 2016 Colorado Cannabis Cup? Permit denied

Adams County commissioners have rejected a permit for April's High Times Cannabis Cup, the vast marijuana fair that coincides with other 4/20 celebrations.

Illinois Tries Again to Add PTSD to Medical Marijuana Conditions

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Lawmakers in Illinois are trying to allow patients suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) eligible for the state's medical marijuana program. This marks the third attempt to add the condition to the state's Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program. Post-traumatic stress disorder is an anxiety disorder that is estimated to impact some [...]

Illinois Tries Again to Add PTSD to Medical Marijuana Conditions | The Daily Chronic

New Mexico Senate Kills Effort to Send Marijuana Legalization to Voters

SANTA FE, NM -- The New Mexico Senate has defeated a proposal that would have allowed voters to decide if the state should legalize, tax and regulate marijuana for adults. In a 17-24 vote Sunday evening, the Senate voted against Senate Joint Resolution 5, sponsored by state Senator Gerald Ortiz y Pino (D-Albuquerque). The bill would have placed the [...]

New Mexico Senate Kills Effort to Send Marijuana Legalization to Voters | The Daily Chronic

2016 SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup: Vendor Interviews, Part Two

Take a tour of the Cup's massive medicating area and get to know more of the companies that helped make this such a memorable event in Part Two of our vendor interview series.

Moving glacially: Alaska regulators still mulling how to navigate weed biz

JUNEAU, Alaska -- The board tasked with regulating the Alaska marijuana industry provided guidance Thursday for yet-to-be-drafted rules to allow for people to use marijuana at certain stores that will sell it. Staff to the Marijuana Control Board had hoped to provide language for an onsite consumption retail endorsement for...

Waka Flocka Flame Gets Lifted At Nexus Lounge

WakaFlockaFlame is an impassioned guy. "High Times!" he shouts at this reporter with a smile from ear-to-ear, two blunts dangling from his mouth in an exaggerated pose. "I'mgonnabe on the cover someday." The excitable ...

Generation Health recalls K-Puff, other vape oils for pesticide concerns

Denver marijuana shop Generation Health has voluntarily recalled more than 2,600 vape pens and concentrates over the presence of potentially dangerous pesticides, according to the city of Denver's Department of Environmental Health.

Australia Lawmakers to Permit Medical Marijuana Production

Australian lawmakers are anticipated to approve landmark legislation in the coming months allowing for the production and use of cannabis for therapeutic purposes. The legislation, which is backed by Australia's Prime Minister, Health Minister, and leading political parties, amends national drug laws to permit for the licensed cultivation and distribution of medicinal cannabis. The move [...]

Australia Lawmakers to Permit Medical Marijuana Production | The Daily Chronic

2016 SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup: Concert Highlights

The 2016 HIGH TIMESSoCalMedical Cannabis Cup featured incredible performances over two weekends in San Bernardino - including WizKhalifa, Redman and Method Man. Relive some of the musical highlights from theSoCalCup!

Bill to Repeal Federal Law Banning Financial Aid to Students with Drug Violations Filed in US Senate

WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT) introduced legislation on Friday that would repeal a federal law that denies higher education financial aid to students convicted of a drug law violation while they are receiving student aid. Advocates point out that this student aid policy is another unfair and counterproductive example of the [...]

Bill to Repeal Federal Law Banning Financial Aid to Students with Drug Violations Filed in US Senate | The Daily Chronic

Colorado infant receiving CBD hemp oil for epilepsy

A baby girl who began having life-threatening seizures within days of her birth is receiving hemp oil while in the neonatal intensive-care unit at Children's Hospital Colorado, her mother says.

New Mexico: Marijuana Legalization Heads to Senate Floor

SANTA FE, NM -- A proposal that would allow New Mexico voters to decide on legalizing marijuana in November is headed to the floor of the Senate after clearing two committees last week. On Wednesday, members of the Senate Rules Committee voted 6-4 to send the bill to the Senate Judiciary committee without recommendation. On Friday, [...]

New Mexico: Marijuana Legalization Heads to Senate Floor | The Daily Chronic

Cannabinoids are Reasonable Option for Chronic Pain Treatment

Cannabinoids are safe and effective in the treatment of chronic pain conditions, according to a review of recent clinical trials published online ahead of print in the Canadian Journal of Anesthesia. Investigators at the University of Montreal, Department of Anesthesiology evaluated the results of 26 clinical trials "of good or excellent quality" involving 1,364 subjects. [...]

Cannabinoids are Reasonable Option for Chronic Pain Treatment | The Daily Chronic

Australian Government Commits to Nationwide Medical Marijuana Program

Australia is on the verge of legalizing a nationwide medical marijuana program. TheTurnbullGovernment took action earlier this week to legalize the leaf for medicinal purposes, a plan that would allow the nation to engage in the controlled cultivation and dist...

PA Governor Speaks at Medical Marijuana Rally: "We Need to Get This Done"

HARRISBURG, PA -- Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (D) made a surprise appearance at a medical marijuana rally at the Capitol on Monday, calling out House Speaker Mike Turzai (R) for stalling a medical marijuana bill that passed the Senate last year. "This has actually passed the Senate. Republicans and Democrats both voted for this," Wolf told supporters Monday. "We have the [...]

PA Governor Speaks at Medical Marijuana Rally: "We Need to Get This Done" | The Daily Chronic

Colorado marijuana sales skyrocket to $996M in 2015

$996,184,788 -- that's the final tally for Colorado marijuana sales as December 2015 pot tax figures show a record-setting finish.

Ghostface Killah Fires Back at Martin Shkreli in New Video

Hot off his performance at the2016SoCalMedical Cannabis Cup,GhostfaceKillahhas released a new video striking back at MartinShkreli, the controversial former pharmaceutical executive who shelled out $2 million for the only copy of ...

Marijuana, Cannabis, Ganja, Weed, Grass, Pot, Reefer, or Maryjane: What's In a Name?

I am periodically amused when we receive an email or phone call at NORML from an enthusiastic, usually young, supporter, advising us he/she has found the missing link to marijuana legalization: come up with a new name for our favorite herb. That's right. Some who are new to the issue, when they first discover the [...]

Marijuana, Cannabis, Ganja, Weed, Grass, Pot, Reefer, or Maryjane: What's In a Name? | The Daily Chronic

The 5 most mind-blowing Super Bowl commercials if you were super-stoned

As someone who was baked out of his mind for the Broncos' victory Sunday, here are my Top 5 Super Bowl commercials for those of us who chose bud over Bud.

Study: Hallucinogens May Prevent Domestic Violence

Although the indulgence in certain mind-altering substances is often linked to an increase in violent behavior, a new study has found that the consumption of hallucinogenic drugs, such as Lysergic aciddiethylamide(LSD) andpsilocybin, may actually reduce ...

2016 SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup: Saturday Highlights

Day 2 of the second weekend of the HIGH TIMES SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup opened its gates at noon to beautiful blue skies. Hordes of cannabis fans poured in to hear music on three different stages and sample the best buds, concentrates and edibles of the Golden State.

Smoker Supply Kit: The mountain must-haves for skiing and riding

There's a reason gondolas are called 'ganjulas' -- here's the best smoking gear and accessories to have when you're spending time in the snow.

2016 SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup: Friday KIckoff

The second weekend of the 2016 HIGH TIMES SoCal Medical Cannabis Cup in San Bernardino got off to a high flyin' start under sunny skies. Check out the photo highlights of Friday.

Utah Senate Committee Passes Medical Marijuana Expansion Bill

SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- A bill to expand Utah's 2014 medical marijuana law received a favorable recommendation in a key Senate committee this week, setting up a possible floor vote by the full Senate. The Senate Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Committee voted 4-1 Thursday to approve Senate Bill 73, the Medical Cannabis Act, sponsored by Sen. [...]

Utah Senate Committee Passes Medical Marijuana Expansion Bill | The Daily Chronic

Wiz Khalifa Announces Exclusive New Cannabis Line

Marijuana enthusiast and Grammy-nominated recording artist WizKhalifaannounced onThursdaythat he has partneredwith Colorado-basedRiverRockCannabis to produce anexclusive line of cannabis products.

Kansas Senate Passes Marijuana Penalty Reduction Bill

TOPEKA, KS — The Kansas Senate gave approval Wednesday to a bill that would reduce the penalties for some marijuana possession charges, although the proposal will not legalize or decriminalize the possession of cannabis. In a vote of 38 to 1, the Senate voted to approve House Bill 2049. The lone vote cast against the measure came […]

Kansas Senate Passes Marijuana Penalty Reduction Bill | The Daily Chronic

Facebook crackdown: N.J. medical marijuana dispensaries targeted

Three of New Jersey's five medical marijuana dispensaries have had their business pages shutdown by Facebook, cutting off what advocates call an integral place for customers to learn about which plant strains best treat their illness and where to find discounts.

California gov OKs emergency fix to statewide marijuana regulations

An emergency bill to fix a legislative drafting error that had local governments in California racing to ban medical marijuana cultivation won Gov. Jerry Brown's signature on Wednesday.

Live From Las Vegas! Smokin' Pipes at CHAMPS

Once again, CHAMPS hosted its world famous trade show that caters to the most important sector in the cannabis industry -- those who smoke pot! CHAMPS always showcases the best glass art pipes in the industry, as well as the best glass artists who compete in the Gla...

Illinois Governor Rejects Adding Conditions to Medical Cannabis Program

Despite a recommendation from the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner decided not to add eight medical conditions to the state's medical cannabis pilot program. This is the second time his health department has turned down expanding the list of qualifying conditions. The petition included four pain syndromes and post-traumatic stress disorder. The first […]

Illinois Governor Rejects Adding Conditions to Medical Cannabis Program | The Daily Chronic

Drive-Thru Recreational Pot Shop in Oregon to Be First in the Nation

The first drive-thru recreational weed window in the U.S., Green Life Oregon, will bring a newlevel of "cannabisconvenience" to the legalization era with itsgrand opening in GoldBeach, an ocean town tucked in the southwestern corner of th...

Denver releases 28K pot products it had recalled for pesticides

The city of Denver has released more than 28,000 packages of marijuana-infused edibles back into the market after recalling the products late last year when they tested positive for pesticides that are banned for use on cannabis. FULL REPORT

Stoner Sex: Motivation Void, Copying Porn in Bed & Marijuana Mate-Finding

Hyapatia Lee answers all of your questions regarding cannabis and sexuality.

Vaping hazard: How e-cig batteries can explode

Electronic cigarettes are being championed as safer alternatives to old-school tobacco, but some users — and one top Colorado doctor — say e-cigarettes can explode and cause serious burns.

Maine: Marijuana Legalization Poised for November Ballot

FALMOUTH, ME — The Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol will submit its petitions to state officials today in support of a ballot initiative to end marijuana prohibition in Maine. The campaign collected 103,115 total signatures and needs at least 61,123 valid signatures of registered Maine voters to qualify for the November ballot. Voters from over […]

Maine: Marijuana Legalization Poised for November Ballot | The Daily Chronic