May 13, 2026 | Feature, National
Target is significantly expanding its intoxicating hemp beverage sales, adding THC drinks to more than 300 stores across Florida, Texas and Illinois as mainstream retailers continue pushing deeper into the fast-growing category, per BevNET. The rollout will...
May 13, 2026 | Feature, National
Yes. The 2026 U.S. Farm Bill reclassifies the definition of intoxicating hemp and is expected to lead to the closure of businesses selling delta-9 THC and hemp-derived products as soon as November. The new rule bans the sale of products that have more than 0.4...
May 13, 2026 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan
A large-scale marijuana grow operation in Lansing will cease operations on June 26, putting 94 people out of work. Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. told employees of the pending layoffs on April 27. “AWH will temporarily cease operations at its Lansing, Michigan...
May 13, 2026 | Feature, National
A bill expanding medical marijuana access in Georgia is now law after being signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. The governor signed Senate Bill 220, also known as the “Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act,” on Tuesday, the final day he could veto legislation....
May 6, 2026 | Feature, National
Under the program announced on April 1, “eligible hemp-derived products can be incorporated into patient care plans under clinician guidance, consistent with model requirements and applicable law,” CMS said in a press release. However, the program...
May 6, 2026 | Feature, National
Experts in gaming, cannabis policy, and state government say expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis in Las Vegas could bolster tourism. It could also support the broader gaming industry. This is especially important as visitation softens. Moreover, competition...
