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WednesdayDec 10, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Consumption Lounges Open New Opportunities for Marijuana Firms

Marijuana consumption lounges are reshaping the hospitality industry with experiences that blend social spaces and regulated cannabis use. What started as a niche concept with events like edible-friendly yoga or art sessions has developed into a broader push for dedicated spaces where adults can gather and consume legally. According to Dale Sky Jones, chancellor of Oaksterdam University in Oakland, these venues represent the next significant development for the legal cannabis sector. Jones argues that the appeal of lounges goes far beyond novelty. Operators who hope to succeed must handle compliance, consumer education, and guest safety with the same care that…

MondayDec 08, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Proposal Seeks to Cover Some Hemp Products Under Medicare Plans

Medical marijuana health insurance has long been viewed by cannabis businesses and patient advocates as a breakthrough that could reshape the industry. A recent proposed change to Medicare reimbursement regulations offered a brief spark of attention but delivered little for those hoping for broader coverage. While the revision would allow coverage for a limited range of hemp products, it would not include CBD. Talks of government-backed health plans covering CBD treatments picked up last week after Bloomberg reported that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services was weighing whether certain older adults might qualify for CBD care beyond the single…

WednesdayNov 19, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Will the Revolt Against Marijuana Taxes Succeed?

The U.S. has roughly 38,000 licensed marijuana businesses, yet many are struggling to meet federal tax obligations. Eleven of the largest operators collectively owe over $2.3 billion in federal income taxes. Smaller firms are facing similar pressure, largely due to Section 280E of the federal tax code, which blocks marijuana businesses from deducting most expenses. That burden has pushed a growing number of companies to take a risky step. Cannabis businesses are submitting tax returns that challenge the IRS’s position on what they owe. Whether that pushback will succeed is far from clear. Previous attempts by Americans to mount large-scale…

TuesdayOct 14, 2025 5:39 pm

Global Psychedelic Week 2025 to Unite 5,000 People Across 100 Countries

The world’s first distributed psychedelic conference debuts with a global hybrid experience, 100+ speakers, 60+ local gatherings [San Francisco] — Global Psychedelic Week (GPW), the world’s first distributed psychedelic conference, debuts November 3–9, 2025 with a powerful vision: to unite the global psychedelic community through a hybrid program of online sessions and in-person events. With 100+ world-renowned speakers, 70+ community and media partners, and in-person gatherings in nearly 60 cities worldwide, GPW is creating an unprecedented space for dialogue, connection, and action across borders. Leading Voices in Psychedelics The 2025 lineup features some of the most recognized names in psychedelic…

WednesdayOct 01, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — OHSU Receives $6.7M Grant to Study Cannabis Impact in HIV+ Pregnant Women

A group of scientists from Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) has been awarded over $6.7 million by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study how marijuana use during pregnancy affects women living with HIV. The five-year funding will support research directed by Dr. Jamie Lo, an obstetrics and gynecology associate professor at OHSU’s School of Medicine. She is partnering with Dr. Benjamin Burwitz, associate professor in the Division of Pathobiology & Immunology at the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC). Additional collaborators include co-lead researcher Dr. Jennifer Manuzak from Tulane’s National Primate Research Center, along with Dr. James…

ThursdaySep 25, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — 3 Marijuana Companies Close Their Doors in Colorado Over Liver Issues

Three businesses tied to the creation and sale of a marijuana-based sleep aid are shutting down their operations in Colorado after reaching a settlement and financial penalty that ends a lawsuit brought by the state. The businesses, Nuka Properties LLC, Nuka Enterprises LLC, and Sima Sciences LLC, were behind the “1906” brand of products sold in Colorado since 2016. One of their best-known products was “Midnight Drops,” a pill made from cannabis combined with other plant-based ingredients. According to state officials, problems with the product began surfacing in 2020, when consumers started filing complaints. In 2023, the state’s Department of…

WednesdayAug 20, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — MAGA Urges Trump Not to Change Marijuana’s CSA Status

MAGA leaders are pressuring President Donald Trump to reconsider his interest in loosening federal cannabis restrictions, warning that doing so could damage American society. Currently, cannabis is classified as a Schedule I substance, grouped with LSD and heroin, meaning the federal government considers it highly addictive and without medical benefit. If it were shifted to Schedule III, however, the change would open up new opportunities for scientific research and give the legal market room to grow beyond its current fragmented state-by-state system. Trump has publicly acknowledged that he is weighing a reclassification in the coming weeks, although he expressed mixed…

WednesdayAug 06, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Massachusetts Marijuana Regulators to Receive Public Comment on Social Consumption Site Regulations

Massachusetts marijuana regulators are seeking input from the public after approving a draft set of rules that could pave the way for cannabis use in public spaces and events. The state’s marijuana control agency approved the proposed changes during a recent meeting following several days of detailed review. The regulations will be officially filed with the Secretary of State by the end of the week, triggering a mandatory public comment period. The main goal is to create legal spaces where adults can buy and consume cannabis on-site, similar to how alcohol is sold and enjoyed in bars. This would be…

MondayJun 30, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Ohio GOP Lawmaker Suggests Efforts to Legalize Cannabis Could Be Paused

State lawmakers in Ohio are likely to head into their summer recess without passing any revisions to the current cannabis regulations. Senate Bill 56 (SB 56), which proposes revisions to Ohio’s recreational cannabis laws, has been stalled in the House Judiciary Committee for two consecutive weeks. The committee canceled a scheduled meeting this week, which only listed SB 56 on its agenda, and previously removed the bill from the agenda altogether. “We’re hitting pause for the summer,” Representative Brian Stewart said. “We might come back to it later and try again.” The Senate approved the bill in February, but it…

MondayJun 09, 2025 11:30 am

The Alternative Products Expo Nashville Everything the Counterculture Industry Has to Offer

The Alternative Products Expo is proud to announce the Nashville edition of its industry-leading expo. Carrying on a legacy running since 2017, the expo offers manufacturers, retailers, enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs a platform to showcase everything the counterculture industry offers, for today and tomorrow. Participating brands will be among the first to tap into the emerging market and build brand recognition at the expo. They will also be able to capitalize on growth and profitability while positioning themselves as leaders in a rapidly evolving market. Previous Alternative Products Expos have attracted a wide range of participants, from manufacturers to individuals in…