Michigan man didn't pay taxes on $1.1M in marijuana sales, defrauded victim during Corvette sale
In addition to failing to pay taxes on over a million dollars-worth of unlicensed marijuana sales, the 48-year-old also defrauded someone after selling them a Corvette.
New 24% marijuana state tax proposal getting pushback in court
The judge is being asked to halt the 24% tax on marijuana that starts January 1. Arguments were heard for two hours today, but no ruling has been given yet with the clock ticking.
Marijuana dispensary caught giving away thousands of grams of concentrate under fake name
An anonymous complaint about improper sales at a Washtenaw County cannabis dispensary has led to an 8-count complaint and possible criminal activity.
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.
Mark Savaya, Michigan cannabis businessman, appointed as special envoy to Iraq
Mark Savaya, whose billboards are known around Detroit, was announced for the position over the weekend.
Cannabis industry sues Michigan over massive wholesale tax tied to road funding plan
The new tax is estimated to bring $420 million in revenue, which is destined to fund local road construction. But the 24% wholesale tax was imposed illegally, the industry argues.
Michigan police seize hundreds of marijuana plants from black market grow operations
An investigation into an illegal marijuana grow operation led police to two Michigan buildings full of pot plants.
Michigan cannabis industry speaks on 24% tax proposal in state budget
A new state budget also means a new wholesale tax on recreational cannabis. The new 24% wholesale tax will take effect in 2026, but some in the cannabis industry believe it will hurt their bottom line.
Detroit marijuana grower loses license after numerous issues identified inside facility
Cherry Industries LLC could not account for 4,200 pounds of product that had been recorded in the statewide monitoring system, while more than 41,000 pounds was never entered.
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.
Lawmakers approve marijuana tax hike to fund Michigan road construction
Michigan buys more marijuana than almost any other state - would could lead to hundreds of millions of dollars in new revenue.
Arts, Beats & Eats cannabis consumption area returns for 3rd year
Arts, Beats & Eats will again have a special cannabis consumption area hosted by House of Dank.
Owners of marijuana testing company Viridis banned from working in Michigan after settlement
Viridis had used improper testing of marijuana that led to Michigan's largest-ever recall of pot products in 2021. Years of lawsuits followed before a settlement was announced this week.
Warren marijuana company recalling vapes for unauthorized oil
Sky Cannabis LLC issued the recall after Medium Chain Triglyceride Chain oil was found in several of its vapes.
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.
Michigan roadside drug testing garners support, backlash as lawmakers push for change
Roadside drug testing would be allowed in Michigan if a pair of bills get the support from lawmakers they need. However, some are not happy about it, including people concerned that legal marijuana users could end up targeted.
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.
Michigan pot shop owner banned from operating in state after violations found at multiple businesses
Youssef Barakat is the first man to be added to the state's list of individuals banned from working in the marijuana sector.
Marijuana smell in Michigan no longer enough for police to search someone, high court rules
Detroit police arrested a man after discovering a firearm in a vehicle he was in back in 2020. However, it was the smell of pot that first led them to the weapon - which judges say is no longer enough to justify searching someone.