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U.S. Studies Flag Rising Cannabis Addiction RisksHealth — Sep 3, 2026Cannabis use patterns matter: polymodal users who consume cannabis in multiple forms show higher daily use and greater risk of cannabis use disorder, with rising rates of moderate-to-severe disorder across ages, including older adults and youth. Although cannabis is detected in about 21% of overdose deaths, it rarely causes death by itself and is usually involved with other substances, while frequent users may also experience a heightened morning cortisol level, suggesting a potential link between regular use and stress-response changes.

BCB Bancorp prices $85.25M stock offering ahead of expected Q3 lossFinance — 2dBCB Bancorp launched an underwritten public offering of 11 million shares for about $85.25 million, with a 30-day option to sell additional shares, to bolster liquidity and capital while supporting the bank’s plan to dispose of identified problem loans; closing is expected around September 18, 2026. Simultaneously, the bank is marketing roughly $210 million of problem loans along with weaker CRE and cannabis-related loans for sale, with projected quarterly losses and tax-related valuation impacts as it works to restore balance sheet strength and profitability.

Nicole Hardy Raising capital ahead of the Q3 loss and tax hits looks like a proactive move to stabilize things and return to profitability.

Cannabis smell reported across US Open grounds — Aug 29, 2026At the US Open, the pervasive cannabis smell from adjacent Corona Park is distracting players, with Britons Katie Boulter and Fran Jones noting it affects focus on the court, including during matches on venues like Court 17. The issue has drawn remarks from other players in the past, and organizers say they cannot control off-site smoking around the grounds.

Australian Oilseeds Short-Interest Rises 118.4% in JulyFinance — Aug 15, 2026July saw sharp increases in short interest for Australian Oilseeds, IM Cannabis, and Cannabis Global, while GrowHub and Croghan Bancshares experienced substantial declines or unusual changes in short interest. Notably, Australian Oilseeds jumped 118.4% to 136,664 shares and IM Cannabis rose 121.6% to 474,364 shares, with Cannabis Global expanding from zero to a large position, while GrowHub fell 57.8% to 153,743 shares and Croghan Bancshares climbed from zero to 55 shares due to reporting quirks.

IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 12h

Vext Closes Ohio Dispensary Amid Health-Event Probe — Sep 5, 2026Vext Science voluntarily closed its Jackson, Ohio Herbal Wellness Center at the request of the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control as it investigates two serious adverse health events possibly linked to products from the dispensary. The company is cooperating, providing product samples for independent testing and quarantining affected product lines, with all other Ohio facilities operating and no substantiated link established yet.

Jared Kim Good on them for closing up shop right away instead of waiting for a lawsuit to force it.

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Study Finds Cannabis May Reduce Alcohol Use in Heavy Drinkers, But Experts Urge Caution — Dec 2, 2025A new study from Brown University suggests that cannabis use may lead to a short-term reduction in alcohol consumption among heavy drinkers, though researchers caution that the findings are preliminary and do not…

Federal court blocks New Jersey cannabis union mandate — Aug 17, 2026A federal court ruled that New Jersey's union labor requirements for cannabis licensees are preempted by federal law, potentially reshaping operators' organizing constraints. Separately in Virginia, a U.S. district court refused to block a new 2-milligram THC cap on hemp products, allowing the regulation to proceed despite industry concerns about economic harm and calls for a special session.

Sabalenka Reaches Sixth Straight US Open Semifinal — Sep 4, 2026Top seed Aryna Sabalenka defeated Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open fourth round for the fifth consecutive year, handling a demanding second set before sealing in straight sets. She will face either Diana Shnaider or Taylor Townsend, while Sabalenka also noted cannabis-smell disruptions around Louis Armstrong Stadium as a distraction during the day’s play.

EU-GMP certification awarded to Safari Flower Niagara facility — Jul 23, 2026Safari Flower Company, a subsidiary of Aurora Cannabis, has earned European Union Good Manufacturing Practice certification for its 59,000-square-foot Ontario facility for a three-year term, strengthening its ability to supply international medical cannabis markets. Aurora acquired Safari in April 2026 to expand EU-GMP capacity and integrate it into its global manufacturing network, supporting demand from European markets such as Germany, Poland, and the UK.

On X · @pledis_17SEVENTEEN Shares Dino “Madly Medley” Photo Sketch on Official AccountThe official SEVENTEEN account (@pledis_17) posted a link to a Weverse photo sketch for member Dino’s “Madly Medley,” along with hashtags and a teaser image. It is trending among fans due to fresh visual content from the popular K-pop group, high engagement (thousands of likes/reposts shortly after posting), and rapid sharing by fan update accounts.1,703 likes · 18m

Jeffries unveils Day One agenda as Democratic unity faces test — Sep 3, 2026Virginia’s 2025 elections produced a Democratic trifecta, expanding state control and advancing policies on higher minimum wages, paid sick leave, salary transparency, and cannabis sales, signaling a shift toward a more expansive government role in a once-competitive state. In Congress, Democratic leaders face unity tests as they pursue an ambitious agenda to oversight the current president Trump’s administration and address cost of living, while managing a razor-thin majority and intra-party divisions that could shape the party’s ability to govern.

Marcus Bell Cost of living should be priority number one for whoever's in charge. People don't care about the politics, they care about their grocery bills.

New Jersey Governor Signs Legislation Legalizing Recreational CannabisReporting — Feb 22, 2021Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation on Monday making New Jersey the latest U.S. state to legalize marijuana for recreational use, but it is expected to take up to a year before dispensaries will begin selling…

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Mom Finds Cannabis Gummy Worms in Children’s Halloween CandyReporting — Oct 12, 2022A mom made a startling discovery after examining her children’s Halloween candy. It was reported that a woman named Tiffany Burroughs took her three young sons to a trunk or treat Halloween event over the weekend. Fox…

Weed Stocks Surge as Kamala Harris Vows To Decriminalize Pot in DebateReporting — Oct 8, 2020U.S.-listed shares of major cannabis producers surged on Thursday after Democratic vice president nominee Kamala Harris said marijuana would be decriminalized at a federal level in the United States under a Biden…

Leftist Professor Arrested For Allegedly Hurling Tear Gas At Feds During ICE Raid — Jul 15, 2025A leftist professor working at a taxpayer-funded university is accused of hurling a tear gas canister at immigration agents during a raid on a California cannabis farm suspected of child labor violations, court records…

DDaily Caller News FoundationEXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItA conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.12h · 1 reads

Gunfight Erupts at Marijuana Dispensary, Security Guard Shot 5 Times Is ‘Lucky to Be Alive’Reporting — Jan 14, 2024A security guard who was shot five times at a marijuana dispensary has admitted he is “happy to be alive.” According to KENS-TV in San Antonio, Texas, Jonah Duran, who was working at the Purple Dragon Cannabis…

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Record $646M Corporate Donations in 2026 Midterms — Aug 27, 2026U.S. corporate political spending reached a record $646 million in the 18 months through June, led by crypto, online betting, and AI firms, with spending rising as policy battles over regulation intensify. The funding is increasingly funneled through layered PACs and dark-money nonprofits, reflecting a broader strategy to influence Congress ahead of ongoing and upcoming elections, highlighted by notable contributions from Koch-linked groups, tobacco, cannabis, and tech-adjacent firms.

Gay Ex-UK Justice Minister Who Hosted ‘Chemsex’ Parties Fined For Crystal Meth Possession — Mar 26, 2026A U.K. court fined former Conservative justice minister Crispin Blunt £1,200 (about $1,600) on Wednesday after he admitted possessing crystal meth, cannabis, and sedative drugs, following revelations he hosted chemsex…

Publicly-Funded New York Weed Fund Managers Took Over $1 Million Despite So Far Whiffing On It’s Goal — Oct 25, 2024The managers of a New York state fund that took public money to help “justice-involved individuals” start cannabis businesses paid out to themselves over $1 million while the fund floundered at its goal, according to…

Weed Lobby Ramps Up Spending Ahead Of Major Legislation While Studies Show Drug Could Cause Major Health ProblemsReporting — Aug 18, 2024The weed industry has ramped up its lobbying spending amid a high-profile legislative feud and following the release of new studies linking cannabis use to adverse health outcomes. Five high-profile marijuana vendors…

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Dominguez convicted of involuntary manslaughter in DavisWorld — Jul 21, 2026A Yolo County jury in Davis found Carlos Reales Dominguez guilty of involuntary manslaughter for two killings and acquitted him of second-degree murder and attempted murder, with the case moving to a sanity phase to determine criminal responsibility given his schizophrenia. The retrial followed a 2025 mistrial and longstanding debate over whether cannabis-induced psychosis negated intent, with prosecutors positioning deliberate actions despite mental illness and the defense arguing insanity at the time of the attacks.

Congress delays federal hemp ban to December 11 amid industry concerns — Sep 2, 2026The U.S. Congress approved a funding bill delaying most hemp‑related restrictions to December 11, extending the current funding through Dec. 11 and allowing more time to craft federal regulations for hemp cannabinoids. Lawmakers from both parties emphasize regulated, adult‑only access and industry groups urging a framework that protects consumers and preserves legitimate hemp products, including hemp beverages and CBD, during the delay.

Chris Dalton Another can-kicking exercise. Just write the actual regulations already instead of extending deadlines every few months.