Migrants find loophole for work permits
Denver migrants are being encouraged by locals to start their own businesses to benefit themselves and their families while awaiting legal status.
Now Is Congress' Chance To Close Its Hemp Loophole—And Save Lives
The 2018 Farm Bill descheduled hemp, with the intention of allowing it to be used for industrial purposes.
Education Should Focus on Stopping Drug Use Before It Starts
Efforts to prevent drug use and encourage kids to live free from drugs have come under increased attack.
My Autistic Son's Pot Use Changed My Liberal View on Legalization
We've tried to provide guidance and limitations on edibles and vaping, but it's tough to do when the law doesn't care.
What if America decriminalized all drugs?
Washington nearly joined Oregon in decriminalizing drugs. Whether the U.S. should, and how it might, are complex questions.
Washington governor forces lawmakers to reconsider drug crime bill
The Washington Legislature could not reach a compromise on statewide drug laws during its last day of session in April, prompting a special session.
Police under fire for mocking man after seizing his car over weed pen
A Georgia police department wrote a Facebook post poking fun of a suspect after seizing car over a small amount of marijuana. He currently faces felony charges.
Oregon is Struggling With Illegal Pot Farms After Legalizing Marijuana
Illegal Marijuana Market Enforcement Grant Program gave $25 million to help communities and law enforcement in stopping illegal pot farms in Oregon.
Marijuana Legalization in Louisiana 'Going to Happen,' Governor Says
"We need to make sure we study and learn all the lessons to be learned," Governor John Bel Edwards said.
Republicans Push for Marijuana Legalization to Ensure 'Individual Liberty'
"It's past time for Congress to recognize that continued cannabis prohibition is neither tenable nor the will of the American electorate," GOP Congressman Dave Joyce said.
House GOP, Dems Tout '4/20' Cannabis Bill, Matt Gaetz Rips 'War on Drugs'
"For those of you who don't know, tomorrow is 4/20, being the operable date," GOP Rep. McHenry, a long time opponent, joked on the House floor Monday.
Most Americans Think Marijuana THC and CBD Are the Same Chemical, Poll Says
Fifty-eight percent of Americans surveyed said they were unaware of any difference between marijuana and CBD use.
Schumer Says 'My Thinking Evolved' on Marijuana, Promises Legalization Bill
The New York senator, who once supported tough drug laws, said he changed his mind after seeing how legalization helped Colorado.
Virginia State House and Senate Votes to Legalize Marijuana by 2024
"There have been a few bumps, but I'm hopeful that we'll have a polished bill we can agree upon in the next few weeks," Virginia Senate Adam Ebbin said Friday.
Marijuana Legalization 2021: These U.S. States Could Legalize Weed in 2021
Lawmakers in seven states are attempting to pass legislation that would ultimately legalize adult-use marijuana in the upcoming year.
MSNBC's Steve Kornacki Offered a Year's Supply of CBD to Chill Out
While Kornacki may use Diet Coke to help fuel him on Election night and the week following, Columbia Cares is offering him a little something to help him calm down after the election (finally) ends.
Chicago Doctors Already Report Spike in ER Visits After Weed Legalization
Doctors report higher incidents of cannabis-related problems, such as confusion, anxiety, paranoia and hallucinations.
Marijuana Legalization 2020: These States Could Legalize Weed Next Year
So far, 33 states have legalized medical marijuana and 11 have approved adult recreational use. Here's a look at which states could be next.
Congress Silently Killed Several Cannabis Reforms This Month
The recreational cannabis industry, which is fully legal in 11 states, will continue to face onerous levels of red tape and uncertainty well into 2020.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal Criticizes Biden's Marijuana Statement as 'racist'
Rep. Pramila Jayapal criticized former Vice President Joe Biden's weekend statements on marijuana, saying "Prohibition is a gateway to racist policing practices and mass incarceration, though."
Michigan State Police Don't Know What to Do With All These Marijuana Smells
In the 11 months since recreational use became legal in the state, police have had to change the way they dealt with situations where marijuana smells are present.
Pennsylvania Senators Move to Legalize Recreational Marijuana With New Bill
Two Pennsylvania state senators introduced Senate Bill 350 on Tuesday which would allow adults 21 and older to possess, cultivate and purchase cannabis from licensed retailers.
Does Legalizing Pot Increase Crime Rates?
Researchers came to this conclusion after comparing monthly crime rates in Colorado and Washington to those of 21 states that haven't legalized pot for medical or recreational use.
Trump Health Officials Warn Against 'Dangerous' Marijuana Use, Legalization
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and HHS Secretary Alex Azar, both Trump-appointed officials with drug company ties, issued a national warning Thursday about marijuana legalization and increasing potency.
Andrew Yang Jokes About High Polling Data in Colorado: 'Must Be the Weed'
Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang pointed to legalized pot as a potential factor behind a Colorado poll released Tuesday showing him far higher than in other primary states.
Ilhan Omar: Marijuana Must Be Legalized Nationwide to Fight Inequality
Omar noted that Americans are still being jailed under harsh anti-drug laws, even though several states have already legalised recreational marijuana use.
AG Barr in Favor of Making Marijuana Illegal
"Personally, I would still favor one uniform federal rule against marijuana," Barr said. "But if there is not sufficient consensus to obtain that then I think the way to go is to permit a more federal approach so states can, you know, make their own decisions within the framework of the federal law."
CA Marijuana Growers Could Overproduce, Crash Market
Licensed farms can harvest 9 million pounds of cannabis, but the demand is only 1.8 to 2.2 million, the report said.
Bloomberg: Legalizing Marijuana Is Stupid
"Today, incidentally, we are trying to legalize another addictive narcotic, which is perhaps the stupidest thing anybody has ever done," Bloomberg said.
Democrat Proposes Bill to Regulate Weed Like Alcohol
Representative Earl Blumenauer of Oregon introduced a bill to regulate marijuana the same way the government currently regulates alcohol products.