Many young adults turn to cannabis for sleep—but it may backfire
More than one in five young adults in the U.S. say they use cannabis or alcohol to help them fall asleep, according to new research from the University of Michigan.
Marijuana-based drug eases chronic back pain in major study
A new study from German drugmaker Vertanical found that an experimental marijuana-based medication significantly reduced chronic back pain in 800 patients.
Trump considers reclassifying marijuana as less dangerous drug: report
Trump is weighing whether to remove marijuana from the list of Schedule I controlled substances and make it a Schedule III drug.
Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds
In a new study, researchers at UC San Francisco determined that eating edible cannabis, such as gummies, has the same impact on cardiovascular risk as smoking marijuana.
Haribo recalls candy after cannabis found in gummies, family gets sick
Haribo has recalled bags of candy in the Netherlands after a family reported getting sick and sampling revealed cannabis in the gummies.
The Reef Cannabis shop reopens after Capitol Hill smash and grab
After months of repairs following a costly smash and grab, the Reef cannabis shop in Capitol Hill reopened Friday.
Thieves push cement barriers through Maple Valley pot shop to get inside
A group of thieves smashed into a Maple Valley pot shop by pushing a cement barrier into the business.
WA pot shops offered free security assessments
With smash-and-grab burglaries targeting cannabis retailers on the rise, a state-funded security assessment program aims to help business owners better protect their stores.
WA program offers free security assessments as smash-and-grab burglaries rise
Free risk assessments are available for cannabis retailers in Washington state amid a rise in smash-and-grab burglaries.
Smash-and-grab robbery damages Kemp's Cannabis in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood
Seattle police are investigating after thieves broke into Kemp's Cannabis in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood on Wednesday morning.
Heavy cannabis use linked to impaired working memory, new study finds
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus suggests that heavy cannabis use negatively affects working memory.
Older Americans turn to marijuana for better sleep and pain relief: Here's what to know
Nearly one-quarter of adults over 50 have used cannabis in the past year, a poll found.
Suspects smash into Kenmore, WA cannabis shop
Several suspects are caught on camera smashing into a Kenmore pot shop.
Caught on camera: Tacoma foot chase ends in armed dispensary burglar arrest
Footage from body-worn police cameras show Tacoma authorities capturing an armed suspect linked to a series of cannabis dispensary burglaries last month.
Caught on bodycam: Tacoma police nab armed burglary suspect
Footage from body worn cameras show serial cannabis store burglary suspect running away after a chase from police. He was apprehended near an apartment complex with the help of coordinated efforts of officers and K9 Odin. As for the original car chase, Tacoma Police said, “The suspects led officers on a high-speed pursuit into King County, with speeds ranging from 60 to 100 miles per hour. Considering the seriousness of the crime, the suspects' involvement in a series of burglaries, and the time of day with minimal traffic, officers initiated the pursuit.”
Marijuana laws by state ahead of the 2024 presidential election
While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, dozens of U.S. states have legalized its use for adults. Here are the current laws depending on where you live.