Sheriff alleged to have demanded $50,000 from cannabis executive in licensing plot
Boston Sheriff Arrested on Federal Charges The Sheriff of Suffolk County, Stephen Tompkins, was arrested on federal charges this past Friday. Allegations suggest he misused his official position to extort $50,000 from a cannabis developer trying to get state approval for a clinic. At 67, Tompkins has been overseeing over a thousand employees in the […]
Cannabis dealer compelled to quickly cancel NYC shop plan due to recent state issues
Cannabis Store Application Withdrawn Amid Regulatory Confusion A cannabis seller looking to open a licensed shop on Manhattan’s East Side has suddenly withdrawn their application due to a recent state miscalculation regarding operational requirements. Joshua Gleiber, the owner of HF Dispensary LLC, had reached out to Community Board 6 on July 31, seeking approval for […]
Six New Yorkers arrested for carrying $2.5 million worth of illegal cannabis products
Cross-Country Marijuana Smuggling Operation Busted in NYC This week, six individuals were taken into custody as authorities dismantled an alleged licensed marijuana smuggling ring that spanned across the country, resulting in the seizure of over $2.5 million worth of cannabis. The operation involved the use of a large tractor-trailer style truck transporting various cannabis products […]
Ice cream truck for police department funded by legal cannabis sales
Connecticut State Police has recently acquired a unique vehicle—an ice cream truck funded through taxes from the legal cannabis sales. The $37,000 “copsicle truck” was financed by taxes from two cannabis clinics in Danbury, intended for community relations and public events. Cones, including bomb pops and Klondike bars, have been generously provided by local residents […]
Angry cannabis shop owners and applicants urge Albany to take action after being informed many must move: “under attack from all sides”
New York is facing ongoing challenges in the cannabis sector. This week, licensed cannabis store operators are feeling the heat after the Hochul administration imposed new restrictions. Frustration has increased as nearly 100 dispensaries, including 60 currently in operation, learned on Monday from the state’s cannabis authority that they can’t continue at their existing locations. […]
Mistake by cannabis office in NY could lead to closure or relocation of 152 marijuana stores
Legal Troubles for New York Cannabis Shops What’s going on here? A significant number of legal cannabis stores in New York may be forced to shut down because of mistakes made by state officials overseeing marijuana regulations. In a memo released on Monday, the Cannabis Control Department acknowledged that it had miscalculated the required distance […]
Cannabis can assist with your migraines, according to a recent study — if used correctly
New Study Shows Promise for Migraine Relief with Cannabis A recent study has raised hopes for those suffering from migraines. Conducted by researchers and presented at the American Headache Society Annual Meeting, this investigation suggests that inhaling a specific combination of CBD and THC may provide effective and swift relief from migraine symptoms. Dr. Nathaniel […]
Dr. Amen cautions that cannabis use affects brain development in teenagers and young adults.
Recreational marijuana use has been on the rise lately, but there’s a lot more to the story. Some research indicates that cannabis may have adverse effects, particularly on the brain. Recent studies from France suggest that using marijuana could actually pose a greater risk for heart attacks and strokes compared to cocaine. Meanwhile, Canadian research […]
Individuals involved in serious crimes apprehended during ICE operation at California cannabis farm
DHS Reveals Details on ICE Raid at Marijuana Farms The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sharing new information about individuals arrested during a notable Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation targeting marijuana farms in California. On July 10, ICE agents conducted raids on two marijuana farms located in Carpenteria and Camarillo. During these operations, at […]
Photographer Jennifer Tzar, caught in a high-profile drug case, begins a new chapter as a cannabis store owner.
Jennifer Tzar, a notable figure in New York’s cannabis scene, has quite a history. It’s interesting, really; this isn’t her first time in the spotlight. A decade ago, she was in quite the predicament, facing legal troubles for marijuana possession, leading to a stay at Rikers Island. In what she describes as “the luck of […]