Colorado Pot Profiteers Draft Bill to Hijack the Industry

A new bill in Colorado could change the legal marijuana market as we know it.

Colorado Pot Profiteers Draft Bill to Hijack the Industry

A new bill in Colorado could change the legal marijuana market as we know it.

Cops Raid Weed-Friendly Jersey Eatery and Church

Trenton, New Jersey raids at NJ Weedman's Joint and the Liberty Bell Temple 3 lead to arrest of Ed "Weedman" Forchion.

Alaska on track to be first state to allow toking in pot shops

Alaska is on track to become the first state in the nation to allow on-site consumption in pot shops. "I think that we would be doing a disservice to the public if we did not have cannabis cafes," said Marijuana Control Board member Brandon Emmett of Fairbanks.

Maine Marijuana Regulation Initiative Cleared for November Ballot

Maine Marijuana Regulation Initiative Cleared for November Ballot | Paul Armentano

It's finally official. Maine voters will decide on Election Day on a statewide ballot measure seeking to regulate the adult use, retail sale, and commercial production of cannabis. The Secretary of State determined Wednesday that initiative proponents, the Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol, gathered a sufficient number of signatures from registered voters to qualify the measure […]

Maine Marijuana Regulation Initiative Cleared for November Ballot | The Daily Chronic

2016 U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival: Top 10 Non-Solvent Hash Entries

We had lots of gorgeousentries in the Non-Solvent Hash Categoryat the 2016 U.S.Cannabis Cup & Carnival. Here's which ones made it into our Top 10.

Colorado recalls 9 varieties of pot grown by Bud Cellar in Denver

State marijuana regulators on Tuesday announced the recall of nine varieties of retail pot grown by Bud Cellar in Denver over concerns they were cultivated with a pesticide not approved for use on cannabis.

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Grow Hack: Replace Noisy Air Pumps With This Silent Aerator

In addition to dissolved nutrients, cannabis roots need oxygen to continue serving their function in the plant. Air stones inject bubbles into a hydroponic nutrient solution, but the sound of buzzing air pumps is hard to get used to. Check out this simple solution that ae...

Montana won't demolish its medical marijuana program just yet

The state Supreme Court said Monday it will delay enforcement of the severe medical marijuana restrictions it has upheld until Aug. 31.

High Society: Hopping Sensi Mag party spotlights cannabis pioneers

A massive cannabis convergence happened in Denver recently, and no, we're not talking about the annual 4/20 smokeout.

High Society: Hopping Denver party spotlights cannabis pioneers

A massive cannabis convergence happened in Denver recently, and no, we're not talking about the annual 4/20 smokeout.

US Senate Panel Votes to Protect State Medical Marijuana Laws

US Senate Panel Votes to Protect State Medical Marijuana Laws | Mike Liszewski

WASHINGTON, DC - Thursday morning, the Senate Appropriations Committee approved an amendment to the FY2017 Commerce, Justice, Science & Related Agencies Appropriations Act (CJS) to protect medical cannabis patients. The amendment, sponsored by Ranking Member Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), prohibits the Depart of Justice from spending funds to interfere with state medical cannabis programs and was […]

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New Passover tradition: Seder dinner, with cannabis

Get tips on the best ways to add cannabis into a Seder dinner. Oregon couple Roy and Claire Kaufmann are looking to inspire their fellow 'high-minded Jews.'

You could soon be holding an ounce of marijuana in Mexico - legally

President Enrique Pena Nieto said Thursday that he will ask Mexico's Congress to raise the limit on decriminalized marijuana for personal use to 28 grams, or about one ounce.

DEA Approves Groundbreaking Study on Medical Marijuana for PTSD

The DEA has approved medical marijuana research for veterans with PTSD.

Canada just set its path toward marijuana legalization

Canada's health minister says legislation to legalize marijuana will be introduced next spring. The announcement was made to the United Nations at a special session on drugs at the General Assembly in New York. Canada's approach to legalization will address the devastating consequences of drugs and drug-related crimes.

A Budtastic Book Launch

David Bienenstock'snew bookHow to Smoke Pot (Properly): A Highbrow Guide to Getting Highlaunches with a buzz in Brooklyn.

Marijuana-infused gummy bears in the crosshairs of Colorado lawmakers

Colorado lawmakers on Tuesday gave initial approval to a bill that would ban the sale of marijuana edibles made in the shapes of animals or fruits.

Growing by the minute: Hemp gains traction as Colorado cash crop

Colorado hemp -- drought-resistant, more lucrative than corn and growing fast in the ag scene -- could be a national leader if federal legalization occurs.

Pennsylvania Becomes 24th State to Legalize Medical Cannabis

Pennsylvania Becomes 24th State to Legalize Medical Cannabis | Beth Collins

HARRISBURG, PA - In front of a crowd of patients and advocates on Sunday, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed Senate Bill 3, making Pennsylvania the 24th state in the country to adopt a comprehensive medical marijuana program. The bill, introduced by Senator Mike Folmer, passed the House of Representatives on April 13 in a vote of […]

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Denver 420 Rally, concert postponed; no refunds

Organizers of the Denver 420 Rally say they will not be refunding tickets for the event, which was postponed Saturday morning because of wet, snowy weather. The event at Civic Center Park had scheduled headlining performances by Wiz Khalifa and Lil Wayne.

U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival: Day Three Kicks Off

The cannabis hits just keep on comin'! Check out these photo highlights of the U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival in San Bernardino as we prepare for the presentation of the Cannabis Cup Awards.

2016 U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival: Sativa Flower Entries

See every Sativa Flower entry from the 2016 U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival, April 15-17 at the NOS Center in San Bernardino.

Update: Denver 420 Rally, show postponed; no refunds

Organizers of the Denver 420 Rally say they will not be refunding tickets for the event, which was postponed Saturday morning because of wet, snowy weather. The event at Civic Center Park had scheduled headlining performances by Wiz Khalifa and Lil Wayne.

Not dead yet: Vermont marijuana legalization revived with bill rewrite

A Vermont House committee has revived the hopes of marijuana legalization advocates by rewriting a bill that had been stripped down by another committee.

The HIGH TIMES U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival: Day One Highlights

The HIGH TIMES U.S. Cannabis Cup & Carnival got underway under sunny skies. Gusty winds made it hard to light joints, but there was no shortage of high vibes with circus performers, amusement park rides and plenty of American ganja to wow the cannabis crowd.

6 Great Ganja Gummies

Candymakers get creative with fun, cannabis-infused gummies.

Major sweep on illegal grows across Colorado Front Range

Federal drug enforcement agents worked with state and local authorities Thursday to serve search warrants across the Front Range targeting a suspected marijuana trafficking organization. A source with knowledge of the investigation said the operations spanned locations from south of Colorado Springs to the north Denver metro area.

Michigan Marijuana Legalization: NORML Endorses MILegalize

Michigan Marijuana Legalization: NORML Endorses MILegalize | Danielle Keane

WASHINGTON, DC - The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) is pleased to announce an endorsement of the MILegalize 2016 initiative to regulate the adult use, production and retail sale of marijuana in Michigan. MILegalize, also known as the Michigan Comprehensive Cannabis Law Reform Committee, has collected more than 270,000 signatures in its effort […]

Michigan Marijuana Legalization: NORML Endorses MILegalize | The Daily Chronic

Coming soon: Pennsylvania medical marijuana

Pennsylvania medical marijuana is on its way. The Keystone State is set to become the latest U.S. state to legalize medical marijuana as the Legislature sent a bill to the governor on Wednesday, after parents of children suffering from debilitating seizures circulated the Capitol urging lawmakers to act

If Ted Cruz wins the presidency, he will leave legal marijuana states alone

COLORADO SPRINGS - If elected president, Republican Ted Cruz said Saturday he would not interfere with Colorado's legalization of marijuana.

The Perfect Pair - Peaches and Herb

Recording artist Peaches sat down with HIGH TIMES to discuss pot and the creative process, her love of karaoke and performing live while tripping on 'shrooms.

Maryland Legislature Votes to Allow More Health Care Providers to Recommend Cannabis Therapy

Maryland Legislature Votes to Allow More Health Care Providers to Recommend Cannabis Therapy | Mike Liszewski

ANNAPOLIS, MD - One the final day of session in 2016 for the Maryland General Assembly, the Senate approved House Bill 104 by a vote of 36-10. The bill expands the number of licensed health care providers who may recommend cannabis therapy to their patients under the Maryland Natalie M. LaPrade Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission program. The bill would […]

Maryland Legislature Votes to Allow More Health Care Providers to Recommend Cannabis Therapy | The Daily Chronic

Have Vermont pot legalization efforts been nipped in the bud?

Vermont pot legalization efforts this year may have gone up in smoke Friday, as a House committee passed a measure that calls for more study.

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Maine Court Rules in Favor of Marijuana Legalization Supporters; Orders Secretary of State to Review Invalidated Signatures

Maine Court Rules in Favor of Marijuana Legalization Supporters; Orders Secretary of State to Review Invalidated Signatures | Marijuana Policy Project

AUGUSTA, ME - A Kennebec County Superior Court judge ruled on Friday that state officials may have improperly invalidated thousands of signatures of registered Maine voters and unlawfully denied citizens their constitutional right to vote on a proposed ballot initiative to regulate marijuana like alcohol. Justice Michaela Murphy found that state officials invalidated more than 5,000 petitions […]

Maine Court Rules in Favor of Marijuana Legalization Supporters; Orders Secretary of State to Review Invalidated Signatures | The Daily Chronic

Marijuana extracts expert: You should dab for the flavor, not the intense high

People often associate dabbing with getting intensely, often uncomfortably high, but many familiar with concentrates insist there is more to cannabis extracts than just a high THC percentage - such as flavor.

A Merle Haggard Tribute: An American Hemp Patriot

In 1997, Merle Haggard sat down to talk about hemp with editor-in-chief Dan Skye when he was executive editor of HEMP TIMES.

Pot Prices: March 2016 THMQ

Market Analysis: All indices, with the exception of the Kind Index, finished March below their previous month's average. TheMidsIndex, which finished up $14 in February, plummeted $20 in March to reach a 17-month low of $253 per ounce – the second ...

Cannabist Show: He's a marijuana consultant; He invests in the industry

The Cannabist Show for April 7, 2016: From The Denver Post newsroom and DPTV Studios, The Cannabist Show is a one-stop spot for the latest in cannabis culture, news, views and reviews. Hosted by marijuana editor Ricardo Baca. FEATURED GUESTS: Cannabis consultant Will Evans and Canopy Boulder managing director Micah Tapman

Merle Haggard, country singer and marijuana aficionado, dies at 79

Merle Haggard, country singer and marijuana aficionado, died April 6 at his home in Palo Cedro, California. It was his 79th birthday.

Arizona Marijuana Supporters Issue Challenge to Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery

Arizona Marijuana Supporters Issue Challenge to Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery | Barrett Marson

PHOENIX, AZ - Backers of a proposed ballot initiative to end marijuana prohibition in Arizona will issue a challenge Wednesday to Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery. The Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol (CRMLA) is calling on Montgomery - who says marijuana is too dangerous to regulate for adult use - to either prove marijuana […]

Arizona Marijuana Supporters Issue Challenge to Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery | The Daily Chronic

Country Legend Merle Haggard Dies

Country music legend Merle Haggard died today at the age of 79 at his home in Palo Cedro, CA from complications from pneumonia. In recent years, he battled lung cancer. His career spanned six decades and his status as a songwriter and singer ranks him in the pantheon of c...

US Senate to Hold 'Sham' Hearing on Marijuana Legalization

US Senate to Hold 'Sham' Hearing on Marijuana Legalization

WASHINGTON, DC - On Tuesday morning, Senator Charles “Chuck” Grassley (R-IA) and Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) will hold a hearing in the Caucus on International Narcotics Control titled “Is the Department of Justice Adequately Protecting the Public from the Impact of State Recreational Marijuana Legalization?” The hearing is ostensibly a response to a recent GAO report […]

US Senate to Hold 'Sham' Hearing on Marijuana Legalization | The Daily Chronic

The HIGH TIMES Interview: Kid Ink

HIGH TIMES caught up with recording artist Kid Ink atSilika's flagship West Hollywood shop. Ink explains the Zenof rolling up, the early “dope fiend” days of dabbing and the right way to'shroomin the studio during this expan...

In Denver, more and more pot shops are close to schools

As legal marijuana has proliferated in Denver, city officials concerned about exposure to children long have tried to keep pot shops at least 1,000 feet from schools. Yet more than two dozen schools in the city now are located closer than that to stores selling medical or recreational marijuana, according to a Denver Post analysis of city data.

University of Michigan Hash Bash draws thousands -- and Tommy Chong

An estimated 8,000 people -- including Tommy Chong -- attended at the annual University of Michigan pot rally in Ann Arbor in support of marijuana use.

Confusing State Marijuana Laws Lead to Unjust Raids

Michigan's legislature needs to enact clearer laws regulating the cannabis industry-the current law does not address the legality of dispensaries and does not allow for marijuana to be sold from them.

Colorado just issued two more pesticide recalls

Colorado cannabis regulators on Friday issued their 15th and 16th marijuana recalls in six weeks -- placing on hold recreational and medical cannabis grown by two Sticky Buds locations and one former Sticky Buds location now owned by Northern Lights Cannabis Co., over concerns the plants were grown with unapproved pesticides.

Hash Bash 2016 Highlights

On Saturday, April 2nd, the 45th annual Hash Bash took place on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Here are the photo highlights!

PIX OF THE CROP: 04.01.16

Our favorite reader submitted photos for the week of April 1, 2016.

Colorado's latest pot recalls: Sticky Buds, Northern Lights Cannabis Co.

Colorado cannabis regulators on Friday issued their 15th and 16th marijuana recalls in six weeks -- placing on hold recreational and medical cannabis grown by two Sticky Buds locations and one former Sticky Buds location now owned by Northern Lights Cannabis Co., over concerns the plants were grown with unapproved pesticides.

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins

COLUMBUS, OH - The Ohio Ballot Board certified a proposed ballot initiative on Thursday that could establish a comprehensive medical marijuana program in Ohio. The five-member board reviews proposed ballot measures to ensure they represent only one issue. Ohioans for Medical Marijuana must now collect 305,591 valid signatures of Ohio voters by early July to […]

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins | The Daily Chronic

PIX OF THE CROP: 04.01.16

Our favorite reader submitted photos for the week of April 1, 2016.

Colorado's latest pot recalls: Sticky Buds, Northern Lights Cannabis Co.

Colorado cannabis regulators on Friday issued their 15th and 16th marijuana recalls in six weeks -- placing on hold recreational and medical cannabis grown by two Sticky Buds locations and one former Sticky Buds location now owned by Northern Lights Cannabis Co., over concerns the plants were grown with unapproved pesticides.

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins

COLUMBUS, OH - The Ohio Ballot Board certified a proposed ballot initiative on Thursday that could establish a comprehensive medical marijuana program in Ohio. The five-member board reviews proposed ballot measures to ensure they represent only one issue. Ohioans for Medical Marijuana must now collect 305,591 valid signatures of Ohio voters by early July to […]

Ohio Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified, Signature Gathering Begins | The Daily Chronic