Washington, D.C., 8.30.24 — The Outlaw Report, the leading independent journalism outlet focused on cannabis policy in the Washington D.C. area, is excited to announce the relaunch of its newly redesigned website. The revamped platform offers an enriched experience for readers, alongside the introduction of a paid membership feature designed to serve all kinds of stakeholders in the rapidly evolving D.C. medical cannabis market.
Founded in 2018, the Outlaw Report established itself as the only dedicated news source covering developments in D.C.’s cannabis culture and industry. With this relaunch, the outlet is not only refreshing its digital presence but also launching a subscription-based membership program that offers subscribers exclusive perks:
- License Map Access: Members will gain access to an interactive license map displaying the locations of approved D.C. medical cannabis businesses, including retail, manufacturing, and cultivation sites. The map also highlights applications-in-progress, based on updates from the Alcoholic Beverage Control Administration (ABCA).
- Exclusive, Real-Time Updates: Subscribers will receive live updates on breaking developments and announcements, ensuring they are the first to know about crucial changes in the regulatory landscape.
- Visibility and Promotion: Higher membership tiers include opportunities for businesses to be featured on The Outlaw Report’s website and in its widely read email newsletter, which reaches tens of thousands of readers each month, including regulators, industry professionals, and medical cannabis consumers.
The Outlaw Report has been at the forefront of reporting on the significant changes in cannabis policy in Washington D.C. Recent years have seen the emergence of “gifting” shops, operating in a legal gray area by offering cannabis products as “gifts” with other purchases. However, ABCA recently began enforcement actions against these shops, serving cease-and-desist orders to several locations. At the same time, ABCA introduced a pathway for these businesses to transition into the regulated medical market, as well as a new policy allowing consumers to self-certify their medical need for cannabis, bypassing the previously required doctor’s visit.
Despite these regulatory developments, many “gifting” shops have not yet applied to enter the regulated market, and most continue to operate in their original format. To help local cannabis consumers know the difference between D.C.’s regulated medical dispensaries and these unregulated shops, The Outlaw Report’s recent website update also includes a public-facing map of licensed locations, along with information about how to self-certify for medical cannabis approval without a doctor’s recommendation. The Outlaw Report’s chief editor, LJ Dawson, has been closely tracking and reporting on the ongoing shifts in the market, providing weekly updates to ensure that the community remains informed.
“The Outlaw provides essential reporting and coverage on D.C.’s evolving and emerging cannabis market. Our new features offer a way to invest in our coverage and stay even more informed on the complicated twists of the market,” Dawson said.
“We are also proudly on the forefront of making local journalism sustainable, and we are excited about our new features building and serving our cannabis community,” she said.
For more information about The Outlaw Report, or to learn more about membership options, visit OutlawReport.com.
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