The Business of Cannabis

Will Pot Get Rescheduled Under Trump? Industry’s Doubts Grow

Mar 26, 2025 | National

President Donald Trump’s choices over his first 50 days in office, including appointments to lead the federal drug and health agencies, are sowing serious doubts that marijuana’s status under federal law will change anytime soon. That’s the gloomy vibe lurking...

Detroit Man Charged With Stealing From Warren Dispensary

Mar 26, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

A Detroit man accused of robbing a Warren marijuana business and leading police on a car chase through two counties has been charged, officials told the Detroit News. They also said the 29-year-old parole absconder is suspected in other similar thefts across the area....

Ohio CBD Store Owners Oppose Bill To Move CBD Sales To Dispensaries

Mar 26, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

Ohio CBD store owners are concerned about a bill that would regulate intoxicating hemp and drinkable cannabinoid products — something that could potentially put them out of business.  Fourteen people submitted opponent testimony and four people submitted...

Canada Asks For Feedback On Regs That Could Open Over-The-Counter CBD Sales

Mar 26, 2025 | Canada

Health officials in Canada have launched a public consultation seeking feedback on a regulatory framework that could open up the market for over-the-counter CBD products. Currently regulated like marijuana under the Cannabis Act of 2018, CBD is limited to sales...

Cannabis Regulatory Agency Takes Disciplinary Action Against Licensees Throughout State

Mar 26, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency administrative formal complaints and disciplinary actions against adult-use and medical licensees in February are now available for review in the Cannabis Regulatory Agency’s February 2025 Disciplinary Action Report. This month’s...