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“Ripple in still water, when there is no pebble tossed, nor wind to blow.” — The Grateful Dead Texas has been the engine room of the hemp industry’s recent drama, with lawmakers pushing the throttle ...

Five companies were issued warnings by federal officials for illegally selling food products containing a potentially dangerous drug in packaging that closely resembles popular national brands loved ...

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If you consume THC or CBD products, a new law could soon limit where you can find your gummies or seltzers in Louisiana and will outlaw some items, too. The law, part of the state's plan that adds ...

A growing number of marijuana users are driving while high — and it’s costing them their lives. More than 40% of victims of fatal vehicle accidents over the past six years have had elevated levels of ...

The THC drinks market is expanding rapidly. THC seltzers offer some of the same mood-elevating and relaxing benefits of hard seltzers, but without the loss of coordination or hangovers. Other ...

The US Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Trade Commission issued warnings to five companies Tuesday as part of a joint effort to crack down on illegal sales of copycat food products ...

Earlier this month, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed new emergency restrictions on California’s hemp industry, citing an urgent need to protect children. His concern: a class of loosely regulated products ...

The day has finally arrived. Unlike years past, folks across America can celebrate April 20 without breaking the law. While marijuana is legalized for recreational use in 24 states, the 2018 Farm Bill ...

Smoking weed is one of the fastest ways to experience the benefits of THC and other cannabinoids, but it’s not always the most convenient consumption method. From grinding buds and rolling joints to ...

In 2024, an odd outbreak of THC intoxication hit more than 80 people in Wisconsin after a pizzeria accidentally used oil infused with the psychoactive ingredient. When you purchase through links on ...