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California officials have lowered their estimated cannabis tax revenues in light of the coronavirus and its effects on the economy, particularly the unemployment rate.

Iowa’s Senate has approved expansions to the state’s medical cannabis program; the bill is now headed to the governor’s desk, where it is expected to be signed into law.

The DEA has requested and received permission to investigate and police people taking part in the ongoing protests over the death of George Floyd.

Florida MCBD is suing New York-based Columbia Care claiming a pattern of wrongful interference as Columbia worked to secure a Florida cannabis business license.

Harborside in California is continuing its challenge of the federal tax code 280E, which the company’s legal team says is unconstitutional and runs afoul of the 16th Amendment.

The Maine Cannabis Coalition is suing the state over its recent decision to remove residency requirements for cannabis licensees.

A recent survey suggests that cannabis companies with the highest-paid executives tended to underperform over the last year compared to the industry average.

A recent industry analysis found that Leafs By Snoop is the most recognizable cannabis brand, followed by Cheeba Chews and Marley Natural.

Washington cannabis regulators have adopted emergency rules banning vitamin E acetate in cannabis vapor products and aim to expand cannabis testing requirements.

CannTrust has had the licenses for one of its grow facilities reinstated after its federal licenses were suspended last year over multiple regulatory violations.

Protests over the police killing of George Floyd took place nationwide over the weekend; in California, cannabis dispensaries were wrecked and looted, including Cookies and several MedMen locations.

Hemp businesses are unlikely to receive coronavirus assistance from the USDA as the sector hasn’t suffered a 5% decline in prices.

A recent study published in the journal Pain found that CBD treatment for dogs with osteoarthritis was beneficial in 9 out of 10 cases.

Law enforcement must stop arresting people over low-level cannabis crimes under a new law in San Marcos, Texas.

Researchers have identified a material found on altars at the entrance of an ancient Judahite shrine as cannabis; experts say the cannabis was likely used for its mind-altering effects.

The Red Lake Nation in Minnesota has approved sweeping medical cannabis reforms are much more lenient and inclusive than the state program.

California-based tech and delivery company Eaze cut its 2020 sales predictions and is pivoting to become a vertically integrated cannabis retailer.

Arkansas-based Harvest Cannabis Dispensary has won a preliminary injunction in its trademark dispute against Natural State Enterprises, a multi-state cannabis operator.

California cannabis taxes generated nearly $135 million during the first quarter of 2020, which is $42.4 million less than the state’s 2019 first-quarter cannabis tax revenue.

The Louisiana Senate has approved major medical cannabis expansions; the measure moves next to the governor, who is expected to sign the bill into law.

A RICO case brought by an Oregon homeowner against more than 80 cannabis companies has been dismissed at the plaintiff’s request.

Home grow supply company Year-Round Garden is offering an all-in-one sterilization tent package after discovering a trend of essential workers using grow tent technology to sterilize clothing and accessories.

Recent data released by the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission shows that just 10 percent of the state’s cannabis industry investors are people of color.

Canadian cannabis producer Tilray has announced it will close its 406,000 ft greenhouse in Leamington, Ontario.