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Greenville man given 15-year sentence for trafficking marijuana, possessing guns
Federal judge hands Greenville man 15-year sentence for trafficking marijuana, possessing guns An upstate county is seeing more deaths related to kratom. The Anderson County coroner's office is urging the community to be aware of the serious and…
I am a drug lord': Gang member convicted after 'wreaking havoc' in South Dallas neighborhood, selling drugs out of commercial storefront, DOJ says
DALLAS — A gang member who called himself a drug lord on social media was convicted of drug and gun crimes this week after officials said he 'wreaked havoc' on a south Dallas neighborhood, selling hundreds of pounds of drugs from a…
D.C. mayor pitches first budget drop since Great Recession
Mayor Muriel Bowser's new budget proposal would scale down D.C.'s paid leave program and reduce cash assistance for needy families, and it is expected to lead to lower pay for some child care educators. Why it matters: D.C. is arguably having its…
Amanda Bynes Drops New Rap, EDM-Inspired Song 'Girlfriend' as She Pursues Music Career
Amanda Bynes has flipped the script on her career, trading in potential movie roles for melodies. The former actress, 40, dropped a new single called “GIRLFRIEND” on Friday, April 10, a track that “blends melodic rap with…
Judge rules to temporarily block Texas' smokeable hemp ban
A Travis County district judge has temporarily lifted a statewide ban on the sale of natural smokeable hemp products, such as flower buds and rolled joints, until at least April 23. Judge Maya Guerra Gamble granted the Texas Hemp Business Council…
Bill to dissolve Cannabis Control Commission lands on Gov. Healey's desk
The conflict-ridden Cannabis Control Commission could look a lot different before it convenes its next meeting. On Thursday, lawmakers sent a conference committee agreement (H 5350) to Gov. Maura Healey's desk. It cleared the Senate 33-6, with…
Hawaii Senate Votes To Ask Congress To Federally Legalize Marijuana
The Hawaii Senate has passed a pair of resolutions calling on Congress to federally legalize marijuana, support state efforts to clear people's conviction records and take steps to facilitate access to banking services for companies in the cannabis…
Trump's selective service filing prepares for activation of US military draft
When President Trump signed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) into law last December—with critical votes supplied by the Democratic Party—one provision was largely concealed from the American public. The creation of…
Americans Support Legalizing Marijuana Home Cultivation Amid Concerns About Pesticide-Tainted Products, Poll Shows
Three out of five Americans say it should be legal for people to grow their own marijuana plants at home, according to a new poll that also shows cannabis consumers are broadly concerned about harmful pesticides in the products they consume. The…
Texas Judge Pauses New Rules Banning Hemp Products Like Smokable THCA Flower Amid Legal Challenge From Industry
A Texas judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the enforcement of new state rules restricting access to hemp-derived products such as smokable THCA flower. The ruling on Friday comes in a lawsuit brought by a coalition of hemp…
Trump advisor says someone is 'holding up' cannabis rescheduling (Newsletter: April 10, 2026)
MA marijuana bill to governor; MD veterinarians medical cannabis vote; LA medical marijuana in hospitals; CT psychedelics; VA legalization op-ed Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment's newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It's the best…
Links 10/04/2026: Pseudoscience and 'Amazon Pulls Support for Perfectly Fine Older Kindles' and More Attacks on American Journalism
For the second year in a row, the Trump administration wants to slash NASA's budget. This time, they're seeking a 23% cut to the agency's total budget. Artemis is spared, but $3.4 billion is being cut from the agency's science budget, reducing it…
The Hemp Didn't Get Killed By Regulators, It Killed Itself (Op-Ed)
“No outside force killed the hemp industry. The hemp industry killed itself—and dragged the legitimate full-spectrum wellness market down with it on the way out.” By Max Jackson, Cannabis Wise Guys Open any cannabis news site…
The Work of the Incredible Josh Hokit
According to the scale today, Josh Hokit weighs in at a relatively svelte (for a heavyweight!) 233 pounds. His opponent tomorrow night at UFC 327 in Miami, the size 10-headed Curtis Blaydes, weighs 261. Hokit is 8-0 as a professional mixed martial…
Wanted Charlotte County shooting suspect arrested in North Florida
Wanted Charlotte County shooting suspect arrested in North Florida >> WE HAVE SOME BREAKING NEWS HERE AT 4.30, A MAN WANTED FOR A SHOOTING AT A GORDA. GAS STATION IS NOW IN HANDCUFFS. TRAVIS MORELL WAS FOUND HIDING IN LEVY COUNTY IN NORTH…
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