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TuesdaySep 23, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — OB/Gyn Association Calls for Universal Screening, Discourages Cannabis Use by Expectant Mothers

The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) has released new recommendations urging people to avoid marijuana during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The group also recommends that doctors regularly ask patients about marijuana throughout their pregnancy journey so they can better address possible risks. Marijuana use has grown significantly among pregnant women in the U.S., a trend linked to changing laws and greater social acceptance. In response, ACOG developed the new guidelines to provide healthcare professionals with research-based strategies for counseling and reducing use. According to a 2019 National Institute on Drug Abuse study of more than 450,000 women between 2002…

MondaySep 22, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Does Marijuana Prohibition at the Federal Level Prevent Employee Unionization?

A marijuana business in Michigan is arguing that federal labor laws should not apply to marijuana employees since cannabis remains illegal under U.S. law in an attempt to block unionization. The company, Exclusive Brands, based in Ann Arbor, recently made this case to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). If the board accepts the argument, it could weaken protections for workers in the fast-growing $32 billion cannabis market. Observers say this could be the first time a marijuana company has used federal prohibition as a reason to block union efforts. For years, the NLRB has recognized cannabis employees’ rights under…

FridaySep 19, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Firms in Delaware Can Now Transfer to Another County

Delaware’s cannabis commissioner has stated that marijuana license holders can now request to transfer their permits across Delaware’s three counties. This change opens the door for companies to relocate from areas with stricter rules, like Sussex County, to places where operating may be easier. Speaking with Spotlight Delaware, Commissioner Joshua Sanderlin explained that the move overturns a rule put in place by the previous commissioner. The update comes after Sussex County and several municipalities introduced regulations in 2024 that left cannabis shops confined to very limited parts of the region. Lawmakers tried to address the issue by passing Senate Bill…

ThursdaySep 18, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — US Congressional Committee to Conduct Hearing This Week on Illegal Chinese Cannabis Operations

A Republican-led committee in Congress is set to hold a hearing on what some lawmakers are calling a Chinese “invasion” of the United States through illegal cannabis operations. The House Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability subcommittee announced that it will hold the hearing on September 18. Details about the specific agenda or the witnesses have not been released. The issue of foreign-linked cannabis grows has drawn growing attention in Congress. Earlier this year, a report attached to the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies spending bill instructed federal agencies to probe illegal cannabis cultivation across the U.S. Lawmakers specifically asked investigators…

WednesdaySep 17, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — California Lawmakers Send Bill Seeking to Halt Cannabis Tax Hikes to Governor

A measure to temporarily stop a recent tax hike on cannabis products in California has cleared the legislature and now awaits the governor’s decision. The Assembly voted unanimously, 57-0, to accept amendments made in the Senate to the bill by Assemblymember Matt Haney. With that vote, the measure now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom, who has until October 12 to either sign or reject it. If enacted, the bill would stop the increase in cannabis excise taxes for five years. Haney said the change is designed to give relief to an industry already dealing with high costs, reversing what he…

TuesdaySep 16, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Texas Lt. Governor Releases Statement on His Disagreement with THC Ban Veto

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has issued a statement criticizing Governor Greg Abbott’s recent executive order on THC, saying it creates the impression that the state has endorsed the existing THC market. Patrick stated that his dispute with the governor is not personal but centered on policy. He noted that while he and Abbott have worked together on many issues, they remain far apart on THC regulation. According to Patrick, the order has been widely interpreted by the hemp and THC industry as a green light from the state. He pointed to public statements from business groups celebrating the decision…

MondaySep 15, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Illinois Could Offer Solutions to What Happens if Holders of Social Equity Licenses Die

The U.S. legal marijuana market has been operating for more than a decade, and new challenges are beginning to surface that lawmakers did not anticipate when drafting regulations for the multibillion-dollar industry. One issue currently grabbing attention in Illinois is what should happen if the holder of a cannabis social equity license passes away. For advocates of equity programs, the bigger question is whether the rules should ensure that ownership remains in the hands of people and communities that were harmed by decades of marijuana prohibition. The matter recently gained attention after John Rushing, the licensee behind three Cookies-branded dispensaries…

FridaySep 12, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Nebraska Commission Heeds Governor’s Request and Sets Medical Marijuana Plant Limit

Nebraska’s Medical Cannabis Commission will restrict the number of plants medical growers can cultivate, setting the cap at 1,250 flowering cannabis plants per operation. The move followed pressure from Governor Jim Pillen, who stated that the new program must have firm boundaries before he approved emergency guidelines. In a letter to the commission, the governor noted that without such a restriction, the risk of excess production could lead to illegal sales and undermine regulation. He indicated he would back the rest of the proposal if the adjustment were included. The commission recently announced that it will authorize only four licenses…

ThursdaySep 11, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Pro-Cannabis Legalization Tycoon Becomes PM of Thailand

Thailand’s parliament has appointed Anutin Charnvirakul as the country’s new prime minister after days of tense political maneuvering. Lawmakers voted for him following long negotiations sparked by the dismissal of former leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Only a week prior, Paetongtarn was removed from office when the Constitutional Court declared that she had violated moral principles in managing a boundary dispute with Cambodia. She is the fourth member of the Shinawatra family to be forced out of power before completing a term. The ruling set off fierce bargaining among parties, with Anutin’s Bhumjaithai party and Pheu Thai working hard to rally support. …

WednesdaySep 10, 2025 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — On-Tap Drinks Containing THC are Transforming the Bar Experience

A new type of drink is making its way into U.S. bars. Beverages infused with hemp-derived THC, which were once only sold in bottles and cans, are now being served straight from taps in several states, including Wisconsin, Minnesota, and South Carolina. While some states have drawn firm lines around hemp-derived THC products, others permit them not only in liquor stores but also in restaurants and bars. The result is a new drinking experience that feels familiar—grabbing a pint at a bar—while skipping alcohol altogether. Pharos Brands is one of the companies leading the charge. Each pour contains about 5…