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Weekend Weirdness: Pig Gets the Cannabis Munchies, Won’t Share Its Stash
Rebecca Kelley - Published on October 17, 2015Read moreThere’s a drug-addicted menace plaguing Queensland, Australia, and he’s been quite literally pigging out on some cannabis.
Croatia Legalizes Medical Cannabis
Leafly Staff - Published on October 15, 2015Read moreIn a landmark ruling in Eastern Europe, Croatia legalized the use of medical cannabis to treat symptoms associated with cancer, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and AIDS.
Unpacking the Inefficiencies, Intentions, and Unclear Ethics of ResponsibleOhio
Lisa Rough - Published on October 14, 2015Read moreFor ResponsibleOhio, their intentions and end goal may be good, but their process for legalization leaves much to be desired. Here are five ways the group has tripped up along its path to November.
Sanders, Clinton, and Others Call for Shorter Drug Sentences, More Cannabis Research
Leafly Staff - Published on October 14, 2015Read moreAt the first Democratic Debate in Las Vegas, Bernie Sanders went on the record as saying he would vote for recreational cannabis legalization in Nevada—if he could.
It’s Official: Major Changes Are Coming to California Medical Marijuana
Bailey Rahn - Published on October 13, 2015Read moreCalifornians are waving goodbye to their medical marijuana system as they know it, because Gov. Jerry Brown just signed a bill that’s going to bring major regulatory changes to the market.
Patients and Activists Angrily Respond to Washington’s Emergency Medical Cannabis Rules
Rebecca Kelley - Published on October 13, 2015Read moreHow did people react to the Washington Department of Health’s emergency medical cannabis rules? Not particularly well — here’s a roundup of some of their comments.
Legalize It? Your Canna-Friendly Guide to the First 2016 Democratic Debate
Catherine LeClair - Published on October 13, 2015Read moreTo help you through tonight’s 2016 Democratic debate, we’ve prepared a cannabis-friendly cheat sheet guide designed to provide maximum debate enjoyment.
Oregon Cleans Up in Recreational Cannabis Sales: The Leafly Legalization Roundup
Lisa Rough - Published on October 12, 2015Read moreOregon broke some big records with Recreational Day 1. It’s been a groundbreaking week for cannabis – catch up on the latest happenings from across the globe.
In the Aftermath of the Valley Fire, a Santa Rosa Provider Steps Up
Leafly Staff - Published on October 12, 2015Read moreIn the wake of a devastating fire in Lake County, California, the people at CBD Guild established the Valley Fire Relief Program, offering free medical cannabis to affected victims.
Illinois Could Become the First State to Add Autism as a Qualifying Condition for Medical Cannabis
Lisa Rough - Published on October 8, 2015Read moreIllinois’ Medical Cannabis Advisory Board recommended eight new qualifying conditions for its soon-to-launch medical marijuana program, including autism.