Legalization Was Right, Now Regulation Must Catch Up
Why America doesn’t need to abandon cannabis reform, but finally finish it
2026-02-25
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America’s cannabis problem isn’t legalization , it’s legalization without maturity. Prohibition failed, but hands-off commercialization has created new risks. The solution isn’t reversal; it’s responsible regulation, education, and accountability.
Arizona Lawmakers Consider Criminal Penalties for Excessive Marijuana Smoke
Arizona senators are weighing legislation that would classify excessive marijuana smoke as a criminal nuisance, raising concerns about enforcement, voter-approved legalization, and unequal treatment compared to tobacco.
Missouri Cannabis Sales Reach $1.5 Billion Milestone in 2025
Missouri’s legal cannabis market posted another record year in 2025, generating $1.5 billion in sales and more than $255 million in tax revenue as adult-use marijuana continued to dominate the market.
Breaking Ground: Cannabis Medicine for Women's Health
Millions of women suffer from endometriosis with limited treatment options. Ananda Pharma is taking a pharmaceutical approach to developing the first regulator-approved CBD treatment for this painful condition.
Cannabis and Romance: New Study Reveals Surprising Gender Differences
Israeli researchers found that high-intensity cannabis use correlates with greater romantic satisfaction for women, while men experience the reverse-a gender gap that warrants further investigation.
The Fall of a Cannabis Giant: Cookies Faces Financial Collapse
Once valued at $250 million and featured on Forbes' cover, the Cookies brand now faces an existential crisis as court orders divert its revenue streams to settle an $8.4 million judgment.
Delaware's Cannabis Zoning Dilemma: Progress or Political Theater?
After the governor vetoed legislation to override local zoning restrictions, Sussex County has amended its rules for cannabis businesses-but the changes may be too limited to make a real difference.
Beyond the Potency Race: The Rise of Functional THC
For years, THC percentage dominated cannabis marketing. Now, a new movement focused on 'functional THC' is redefining what quality means in the cannabis industry.
The End of an Era: Federal Hemp THC Ban Reshapes the Industry
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation that will effectively ban most hemp-derived THC products by late 2026, marking a dramatic shift for an industry that employs hundreds of thousands.
Deception and Democracy: The Fight to End Cannabis in Massachusetts
A ballot initiative seeking to end Massachusetts' $1.6 billion cannabis industry faces accusations of using deceptive signature-gathering tactics-and there's little anyone can do about it.