Cole, a veteran DEA official with over two decades of experience, is known for his staunch opposition to marijuana legalization. His appointment signals a return to the Reagan-era “Just Say No” approach to drug enforcement, with Cole publicly linking cannabis use to an Increased risk of suicide and schizophrenia, particularly among young users.
The cannabis industry in Colorado, once heralded as a model for legal marijuana markets across the United States, finds itself grappling with significant challenges. The latest sales figures reveal that January 2025 marked the weakest sales performance for the state since 2017, raising alarm bells among industry stakeholders and policymakers alike.
Michigan has found itself at the intersection of two significant issues: the deteriorating state of its roads and the burgeoning cannabis industry. Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s ambitious plan to allocate funds from marijuana taxes to repair potholes has ignited a lively debate within both the political and cannabis communities.
Republican Senators James Lankford (Oklahoma) and Pete Ricketts (Nebraska) have introduced a bill that seeks to permanently enforce the tax penalties imposed on cannabis businesses under Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code. The legislation, titled the “No Deductions for Marijuana Businesses Act,” was filed on February 7, 2025, and aims to ensure that marijuana operators remain unable to deduct standard business expenses, even if marijuana is rescheduled under federal law.
A recent poll conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs has revealed that 62% of Texans support the legalization of recreational cannabis. This finding not only highlights a shift in public opinion but also raises important questions about the future of cannabis policy in one of the largest and most conservative states in the nation.
It’s news surrounding the results of a controversial study, claiming that cannabis use can cause memory loss, especially when consumption patterns are on the heavy side. Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducted what is considered to be the biggest study of its kind, specifically analyzing the impact of both lifetime and recent cannabis use on the cognitive function of over 1,000 individuals whose ages ranged from 22 to 36.
In a significant development within the cannabis industry, Adam Levin, the chairman of Hightimes Holding Corp., has agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy charges related to a scheme involving undisclosed payments made to an investment analyst. Or is he? Adam plans to change his guilty plea in a new court proceeding that is coming up. So what gives?
The temporary federal funding freeze served as a wake-up call, highlighting the vulnerability of the cannabis industry and the urgent need for sustainable solutions. For Indigenous communities, the path forward lies in prioritizing economic sovereignty through collaborative development of the cannabis and hemp industries. By pooling resources, expertise, and infrastructure, tribes can create a resilient economic network that benefits all members.
The rise of intoxicating hemp products presents a complex and evolving challenge. Failing to address this challenge effectively could have serious consequences for public health, consumer safety, and the integrity of the legal cannabis market.
Recent research has revealed that children exposed to cannabis smoke in their homes are at risk of testing positive for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in cannabis. This finding raises significant concerns about the health, safety, and developmental outcomes for these children.
