Trump Signals Possible Support For Bipartisan Marijuana Legislation
The move would be a departure from the position of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who said, "Good people don't smoke marijuana" in his confirmation hearing.
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No More Undercover Arrests For Selling Small Amounts Of Pot In Minneapolis
On Thursday, Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said enforcement, particularly downtown, has disproportionately impacted African-American men.
New State Bills Aim To Legalize Up To Four Ounces Of Marijuana For Personal Use
A new pair of bills in the state House and Senate aim to legalize carrying up to four ounces of marijuana in North Carolina.
With The Rise Of Legal Weed, Drug Education Moves From 'Don't' to 'Delay'
Today's drug prevention messaging is a far cry from the "Just Say No" days. Schools want to give kids the facts to make informed decisions about whether and when to try drugs or alcohol.
Under The Banner Of Marijuana — An Estonian Municipality Adopts A New Flag
The rural region has a long history of cultivating cannabis that goes back 150 years, and on Tuesday the newly formed local government approved using the leaf as the official government symbol.
Despite Legalization, Marijuana Black Market Hides In Plain Sight
Washington state legalized recreational pot in 2012, but the black market lives on. Pot grown legally leaks into illegal markets, while networks of illegal producers pretend they're licensed.
Canada To Measure Marijuana Use By Testing Sewage
People responding to surveys sometimes misstate their drug use. Canada will check wastewater for traces of drugs to more accurately assess consumption.
Medical Marijuana's 'Catch-22': Limits On Research Hinder Patient Relief
Suffering Americans seek medical marijuana as an alternative to opioids and other powerful pharmaceuticals. Though legal in 29 states, doctors say the lack of strong data make it hard to recommend.
Opioid Use Lower In States That Eased Marijuana Laws
Researchers looked at states with medical marijuana dispensaries and those that allow home cultivation. They found lower use of opioids, when compared with states where marijuana remains illegal.
Are There Risks From Secondhand Marijuana Smoke? Early Science Says Yes
Now that marijuana is legal in more than 20 states, we all may be exposed to more marijuana on the street. Researchers warn that secondhand smoke from pot poses risks to the heart, lungs and arteries.