A new kind of vending machine is coming to Massachusetts — a self-checkout kiosk for cannabis dispensaries. Boston-based anna, which also has a presence in Colorado, announced this week that it would deploy its self-checkout products in two Colorado dispensaries this week. The company is expected to launch in... Read more
It’s no surprise at all that adult-use cannabis in Massachusetts has boomed, but now there are numbers to support just how much it’s boomed since cannabis was first legalized in the state. The industry has brought in more than $150 million in tax revenue, according to an announcement from... Read more
New regulations in Massachusetts, if passed, would allow medical caregivers to up the number of patients they care for. As of August 3, during a public hearing, the Cannabis Control Commission announced a proposal to allow caregivers to support as many as 10 medical cannabis patients each. It would... Read more
In a landmark move for cannabis access through telehealth services nationwide, New Jersey residents can now get approved for medical cannabis and other controlled substances in digital visits due to the restrictions placed on healthcare by the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare professionals can now set up virtual appointments in order... Read more
He was a military veteran, busted for selling a mere .69 grams of marijuana. For that, Derek Harris has served nearly a decade behind bars. But now, after the Louisiana Supreme Court granted him a new hearing, Harris is set to be freed. Harris’ time in prison began back... Read more
Arizona voters will have a chance this year to make their state the latest to end pot prohibition. A petition spearheaded by a pro-legalization group had its signatures officially certified by Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs on Monday, clearing the way for the proposal to qualify for the... Read more
Vireo Health Completes Sale of Equity in Pennsylvania Medical Solutions to Jushi Holdings Inc. for Total Consideration of $37 Million Transaction secures Vireo’s financial future without dilutive impacts to shareholders Vireo to reinvest a portion of the proceeds to increase scale in key markets Completed transaction is significant step... Read more
An Arizona voter initiative that would legalize the recreational use of cannabis by adults has survived a legal challenge by opponents, who argued that the ballot summary for the measure failed to properly inform voters. In a ruling released on Friday, Judge James Smith rejected all arguments of attorneys... Read more
Federal agriculture officials have approved hemp production plans last week for one additional state and one American Indian Tribe. The U.S. Department of Agriculture gave the green light to plans from the state of Maryland and the Lower Sioux Indian Community in Minnesota. The two new approved plans bring... Read more
