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New Parabola Study: Who Gets To Participate In Emerging Cannabis Markets?
Plus new research examining youth experiences with cannabis-related discipline in schools
By CHRIS FARAONE · September 22, 2026National News
The laws, politics, court decisions and people shaping cannabis and psychedelic policy nationwide.
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National News Youth Cannabis Use Hits Historic Low, According to Latest CDC Data
"Sensational claims that legalization laws are linked with greater marijuana use by teens are simply not backed by reliable data."
September 22, 2026 National News Calling Out Alarmist New York Times Cannabis Coverage
The newspaper is also raising the alarm over a reported uptick in ‘cannabis use disorder.’ But context is key. The…
September 17, 2026 National News Nearly One In Four Drug Arrests Are Still For Cannabis Possession
"It is clear that marijuana-related prosecutions still remain a primary driver of drug war enforcement in the United States."
September 7, 2026 National News Federal Judge Clears Path For Rhode Island Cannabis Retail License Restart
The commission has received 32 interest forms from prospective social equity applicants
August 24, 2026 National News
New Hampshire Lawmakers Push Back On Ayotte’s Cannabis Opposition
The state allows only four nonprofit “alternative treatment centers” to operate a small number of dispensaries around the state
By ETHAN DEWITT · August 24, 2026 National News
Take Two On RI Cannabis Licenses: Regulators Restart Application Process
"Our focus is to maintain that momentum by implementing the amended Cannabis Act as efficiently as possible."
By CHRISTOPHER SHEA · August 12, 2026 National News
Firm Argues NJ Can’t Force Cannabis Companies To Sign Labor Union Pacts
Verano, which also operates in Massachusetts, said if it loses its license, it will be forced out of business, forced to fire its workers,…
By SOPHIE NIETO-MUNOZ · August 12, 2026 National News
Refunds On The Way As Regulators Reset RI’s Cannabis Retail Licensing Process
"The office will contact each applicant via email to ensure that the name that is going to be going out on that check and…
By CHRISTOPHER SHEA · August 4, 2026 National News
Maryland Court Rules Cannabis Smell Can Trigger Police Search If Not Only Factor
Appellate Court of Maryland upheld convictions in two Worcester County cases where police knew all occupants of cars were minors
By WILL HAMMANN · August 4, 2026