Marijuana smokers may be more impaired while driving than they think, study suggests
Participants in the study who were not given a placebo felt ready to drive an hour and a half after smoking marijuana, however, simulator data found reduced driving performance such as being unable to stay in their lane.
Cannabis compounds prevent coronavirus from entering human cells: Oregon State University study
According to a study from researchers at OSU, cannabis compounds show the ability to prevent the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.
Medical marijuana user hospitalized after turning to synthetic 'spice' due to cost
A bad batch of synthetic marijuana, also known as ‘spice,’ is making its way around Hillsborough County. Two people have died after using the drug and another 40 have been hospitalized, as of Tuesday.
Delta-8 THC is illegal, Texas Department of State Health Services says
Delta 8 is a cannabinoid sold as edibles, tinctures, pills, topical ointment, you can smoke it and vape it. Most CBD dispensaries and vape stores sell it.
Stakeholders get WADA to review cannabis, banned substance list
Months after the suspension of Sha’Carri Richardson, the World Anti-Doping Agency said it would conduct a scientific review of cannabis’ place on the prohibited substance list, though it will remain banned throughout 2022 competitions.
Weed company seeking paid intern to test products, write reviews
Emjay, a California-based weed delivery and retail company, will pay the summer intern $15 per hour to test all 600 of its products and write reviews.
Texas bill could expand state's medical marijuana program
Families across Texas are hoping to get a bill moving forward that would expand the state’s medical marijuana program.
Marijuana byproduct becoming increasingly popular in Texas and the US
It’s called Delta-8 and comes from the cannabis plant. Thus, it’s a relative of marijuana, aka Delta-9. Similar to the highly popular CBD, which also comes from cannabis, there’s concern Delta-8 is becoming popular too quickly while we know too little about its safety.
New Yorkers can now legally possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis
New Yorkers can now possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis under a legalization bill signed Wednesday by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Seth Rogen launching marijuana brand Houseplant in US
Seth Rogen, an actor, filmmaker, comedian and proud marijuana enthusiast, is bringing his cannabis and lifestyle brand, Houseplant, to the U.S.
Man jailed for life over $20 marijuana sale released after 12 years
Fate Winslow was approached by undercover officers in 2008 and they asked where to buy some marijuana. He borrowed a bike, found some marijuana, and gave it to officers who then gave him $5. He got life in prison.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee had major role in U.S. House passing marijuana bill
The U.S. House passed a historic bill decriminalizing marijuana. Houston-area Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee had a hand in getting it passed.
MORE Act: House votes to decriminalize marijuana at federal level
If signed into U.S. law, the MORE Act would decriminalize marijuana at the federal level and reinvest in communities hit hardest by the war on drugs.
Legal marijuana in Texas? 9 new bills introduced for consideration
Smoking marijuana is illegal in Texas, but could that change?
Marijuana, ‘magic mushrooms’: NJ, Arizona, DC voters approve legalization, decriminalization
Cannabis-related propositions were on the ballot in New Jersey, Arizona, Montana and South Dakota. Medical marijuana initiatives were also being decided in Mississippi and South Dakota.
After complaints, Illinois revises process of applying for marijuana license
Illinois tweaked how business owners seeking recreational marijuana licenses can apply following complaints that the process favored politically connected and rich applicants over minorities and veterans who were supposed to benefit.
Weed vending machines pop up in Colorado
Coloradans who are concerned about the coronavirus pandemic can now purchase marijuana through a contactless weed vending machine at certain dispensaries.
Marijuana use during pregnancy linked to greater risk of autism in children, study says
The study found that women who used cannabis while pregnant were 1.5 times more likely to have a child with autism.
Residents find 32 bags of marijuana inside package apparently delivered to wrong address
Thirty-two bags of marijuana were delivered to the wrong house in Texas. The marijuana is now in the custody of authorities.
Colorado girl with epilepsy, who fought for medical marijuana, dies following seizure
A young girl with a rare form of epilepsy, whose fight for medical marijuana gained national attention, has died at the age of 13 after suffering from a seizure.