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Pa. House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana
Updated: 6:20 PM EDT May 8, 2025 Pennsylvania House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana Updated: 6:20 PM EDT May 8, 2025 TOM, JERRY AND LORI. THIS IS FAR FROM THE FINAL SAY ON THIS PARTICULAR PIECE OF LEGISLATION, BUT ITS SUPPORTERS SAY…

Firefighters find illegal marijuana grow during Josephine County fire response
MERLIN, Ore. -- Rural Metro firefighters responded to a fire in an industrial building on Merlin Avenue on May 5, discovering the building was an illegal marijuana growing site. The Josephine County Sheriff's Office said more than 1,300 marijuana…

Del. senators demand weed czar nominee divest business holdings before vote
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! The Delaware Senate is delaying a vote on Gov. Matt Meyer's nominee to be the state's next marijuana commissioner because of concerns…

Push to Double Dispensary Purchasing Limit Fails, but Changes Still Coming to Pot Industry
An effort to double the recreational marijuana sales limit in Colorado failed to get through the state legislature this year, but a handful of cannabis business licensing rules will likely be streamlined anyway. House Bill 25-1209 was introduced to…

SweetWater keeps growing despite faltering beer market
On the heels of another successful 420 Fest held recently at Pullman Yards in Kirkwood, SweetWater Brewing Co. and its parent company, Tilray Brands, appear to be doing very well at a time when many other breweries are faltering. Tilray recently…

Music Legend Joins The Cannabis Movement
Another music legend joins the cannabis movement. Over 88% of the country believes the green plant should be legal in some form and medical marijuana is becoming mainstream, more leaders are joining the movement. The latest is George Clinton has…

Turning Colorado into California: Damage from left-wing wins is mounting
Growth in population and wealth was the norm through the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Business leaders and top-ranking executives flocked to Colorado, with the state becoming a permanent home for at least 12 billionaires and 170,223…

Gen Z drinking less because they're broke, Dutch study says
Experts studying why those in Generation Z are drinking significantly less than previous generations have offered up several potential factors, including health concerns and the influence of social media. A Dutch banking company offers a much…
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A Popular Vacation Destination Has Officially Banned Vaping on its Beaches and Violators Will Be Fined
The City Council of Jacksonville, Fla. has voted to ban smoking and vaping on public beaches The new ordinance includes an amendment to ban vaping, e-cigarettes, and unfiltered cigars on the sand Violators will face a $50 fine and a possible…

Redmond to begin accepting cannabis dispensary applications
Published 11:29 am Thursday, May 8, 2025 Cannabis dispensary applicants have 10 days to submit their applications to the city of Redmond, starting on Tuesday. Three applicants will be selected to open marijuana dispensaries in the city, which…

What to know about John Fetterman, the Pennsylvania Senator who talks about mental health
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman, the lawmaker known for his unconventional and irreverent brand of politics, is in the news again after a blowup at a closed-door meeting with union allies and former staff aides who…

Trump Dumps Ed Martin In Favor Of 'Shit Sandwich Senate Will Eat'
This morning, President Trump dumped Ed Martin, his first choice to lead the US Attorney's Office in DC. Looks like Ed is resigning to spend more time with his unhinged correspondence. Look out, Jewish delis! Your illegal DEI “Black and…

$500K drug shipment from California seized in South Carolina; 23-year-old arrested, deputies say
Updated: 12:27 PM EDT May 8, 2025 $500K drug shipment from California seized in South Carolina; 23-year-old arrested, deputies say Updated: 12:27 PM EDT May 8, 2025 GO. WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY'S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND YOUR WEATHER ALL…

Scientists Find CBD in a Common Brazilian Shrub That's Not Cannabis
In the lush Brazilian forests, an unremarkable shrub grows wild and unnoticed, often dismissed as a common weed. But scientists have now revealed that this ordinary plant may contain an extraordinary compound. The plant, Trema micrantha blume, is…

Feast Your Eyes On The 89 Baby Names Rudely Banned By The Australian Government
Calling all new and expecting parents: there are exactly 89 names that are illegal to call your child under Australian naming laws, so don't expect to name your lil' bundle of joy ‘Bonghead' any time soon. READ MORE Kanye West Said He…
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