National NewsTrulieve To Become The First Cannabis Company Listed On New York Stock Exchange
Company that left Massachusetts after worker died in cultivation facility now being traded under the ticker symbol TRLV
June 11, 2026MITCH PERRY
Mitch Perry has covered politics and government in Florida for more than two decades. Most recently he is the former politics reporter for Bay News 9. He has also worked at Florida Politics, Creative Loafing and WMNF Radio in Tampa. He was also part of the original staff when the Florida Phoenix was created in 2018.
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National NewsFlorida Bill Would Protect Public Employees Who Use Medical Marijuana
The senator has filed similar legislation that hasn’t moved in the GOP-controlled Legislature in recent years
October 14, 2025
National NewsFederal Court Rules In Favor Of Cannabis Patient Firearm Rights
"This is a monumental win for medical marijuana patients, who have long been caught in the crossfire."
August 24, 2025
National NewsMedical “Home Grow” Bill Filed In Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized last year’s proposal to legalize adult use of cannabis because in part it did not allow…
February 11, 2025
National NewsFlorida Senator Wants Anti-Discrimination Protections For Marijuana Patients
Currently, Florida courts can block parental rights based solely on a parent's use of medical cannabis
January 15, 2025National NewsJudge Rules In Favor Of Florida Paramedic Fired For Medical Cannabis
The Sunshine State's medical marijuana statute is silent about whether employers must accommodate off-site or off-work use
December 17, 2024National NewsAmendment 3 In Florida Comes Up Short Of 60% Required For Passage
“We remain committed to advocating for a smarter and safer Florida and will continue to work towards solutions that benefit…
November 7, 2024
National NewsThe Wild Final Days Leading Up To Amendment 3 In Florida
From how the ballot initiative is polling to the epic fight for and against cannabis legalization in the Sunshine State
November 4, 2024
National NewsFlorida Cannabis Advocates Discuss How Amendment 3 Could Be Implemented
Gov. Ron DeSantis travels the state trying to persuade undecided voters to oppose legalizing recreational cannabis in Florida
November 3, 2024
National NewsConcerned About Marijuana Measure, DeSantis Lobs Charges
Recent polls show the measure getting the 60%+ required for the legal use of recreational cannabis
October 27, 2024