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The Chamber Corner: Don't repeal recreational marijuana
Since Massachusetts voters voted to support the legalization of recreational marijuana, the growth of the cannabis industry has built our economy and supported local job growth. I have seen firsthand just how the legalization of recreational…
BigXthaPlug Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, Illegal Firearm and Marijuana Possession - Report
BigXthaPlug has reportedly been arrested in Texas again, this time after he was allegedly caught driving while intoxicated and possessing marijuana and a firearm. Last Friday (Aug. 21), X was booked into the Collin County Jail after being pulled…
BigXthaPlug Faces DWI, Marijuana & Gun Charges After Texas Arrest
BigXthaPlug has been arrested for the third time in less than a year, following an arrest in Texas this past Friday. The Dallas rapper is facing charges of driving while intoxicated, marijuana possession and unlawful possession. According to CBS…
The Gentlemen Season 2 Trailer: Guy Ritchie & Theo James' Marijuana Empire TV Show Returns
The official trailer for Season 2 of Guy Ritchie's hit Netflix crime series The Gentlemen has arrived, teasing the expansion of Eddie Horniman and Susie Glass's lucrative marijuana empire. Season 2 follows Eddie (Theo James) and Susie (Kaya…
Why Are Baby Boomers Now Smoking More Pot?
There's an old saying from my younger years: When the load gets tough, the tough get loaded. Granted, even older retired folks have pressures in daily life to deal with, even the kind of pressure that may cause one to seek a mildly altered state of…
Iowa City man charged with drug possession, bike theft
The Iowa City Police Department arrested an Iowa City man early Monday after a traffic stop yielded marijuana, methamphetamine, and a stolen bike. Police stopped Norman Norfleet, 45, near 1st Street and 2nd Avenue in Iowa City after an officer…
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Americans Still Light Up - Just Not Cigarettes
An all-time high number of Americans say they smoke marijuana despite their cigarette use matching a record low, according to a Gallup poll out Monday. Of those surveyed, 17% of Americans said they use marijuana, matching Gallup's record high from…
What Life Insurance Companies Know About Addiction
Posted August 24, 2026 | Reviewed by Michelle Quirk Drug and alcohol impairment, psychiatric symptoms, and medical harm predict a greater risk of early death. Life insurers treat substance use as an important and powerful predictor of illness and…
The Opener: Sk8star sounds like the future of Atlanta trap music
The Opener is The FADER's mini-interview series with exciting new artists we think you should know. Sk8star is a true artist, the sort of rapper who never seems totally satisfied with a song until every adlib and 808 is adjusted just so. That…
O'Brien sues Goldberg and Cannabis Control Commission, reviving feud
Former Cannabis Control Commission Chairwoman Shannon O'Brien is suing both the commission and Treasurer Deb Goldberg seeking compensation for alleged retaliation she faced during her time leading the agency and for damages she incurred throughout…
Netflix releases The Gentlemen trailer as Downton and Love Island stars join
Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming second series of The Gentlemen. The action comedy, which was created by Guy Ritchie for the streaming service and serves as a spin-off of his 2019 film, follows Theo James as former army captain…
Theo James and Kaya Scodelario face tensions in The Gentlemen series two trailer
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Tensions are rising between Theo James and…
Ex-council members from Baldwin Park and Compton sentenced to federal prison on bribery charges
One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. Two former city council members from Baldwin Park and Compton were each sentenced to…
Anti-vaping hysteria keeps smokers hooked. FDA is (finally) embracing reality
As a physician and former 11-term member of Congress who focused on health policy, I have devoted my career to advancing health for Americans. The most persistent health issue I have encountered was reducing smoking rates. Even today, smoking is…
State Rep accused of sexual harassment, office drug use by former staffer
(The Center Square) – State Rep. Amy Murri Briel, D-Ottowa, is the latest lawmaker subject to allegations of ethics violations and inappropriate behavior in office after a former staffer went public with allegations including drug use and…
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