Probe of marijuana licensing board corruption yields guilty plea from former chief
Years ago, Rick Johnson was a powerful state lawmaker. Now, he's cooperating with the FBI over a large-ranging investigation into kickbacks for pot dispensary licenses.
Years ago, Rick Johnson was a powerful state lawmaker. Now, he's cooperating with the FBI over a large-ranging investigation into kickbacks for pot dispensary licenses.
Man crashes truck trying to light marijuana on 'weed day'
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Kansas authorities said the man was trying to drive with his knees before he crashed into “a cement culvert, a large fence corner-post, a telephone junction box, and a utility pole.”
Pennsylvania police department offering bag of Doritos to 'check your product' on 4/20
People who turn in their dealers can also claim a free family-size bag of Doritos, according to the department.
People who turn in their dealers can also claim a free family-size bag of Doritos, according to the department.
Cannabis Music Festival coming to Detroit will be city's first live-consumption event
Along with music, there will also be dispensaries selling discounted marijuana at the concert as well.
Along with music, there will also be dispensaries selling discounted marijuana at the concert as well.
Former Michigan House Speaker admits he took bribes in exchange for weed business licenses
Rick Johnson was the head of a Michigan medical marijuana licensing board when he accepted $110,000 in bribes, saying in a court filing he acted "corruptly" at the time.
Rick Johnson was the head of a Michigan medical marijuana licensing board when he accepted $110,000 in bribes, saying in a court filing he acted "corruptly" at the time.
Judges needed for 4th annual Cannabis Cup to rank the best weed in Michigan
This competition has the largest number of categories, from pre-rolls and concentrates, to gummies and cartridges. See the full list as well as the dispensaries participating here.
This competition has the largest number of categories, from pre-rolls and concentrates, to gummies and cartridges. See the full list as well as the dispensaries participating here.
Wrestling legend Ric Flair launches new cannabis company: Edibles changed my life
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
The wrestling icon is teaming up with Carma Holdings founder and president Chad Bronstein to launch the celebrity-inspired product.
Weed-themed wedding giveaway: More than 10,000 couples apply for Metro Detroit dispensary's contest
More than 10,000 couples have already applied for the chance to win a free weed-themed wedding from Greenhouse of Walled Lake and Choice Labs of Jackson.
More than 10,000 couples have already applied for the chance to win a free weed-themed wedding from Greenhouse of Walled Lake and Choice Labs of Jackson.
Metro Detroit dispensary giving away $30K weed-themed wedding -- How to apply
An Oakland County dispensary is giving one couple a wedding for free, complete with a weed bar and budtenders to help guests pick what they want.
An Oakland County dispensary is giving one couple a wedding for free, complete with a weed bar and budtenders to help guests pick what they want.
Michigan's marijuana industry sending $60M to cities and counties with pot businesses
Washtenaw County raked in nearly $2 million alone since its hosting 40 weed businesses. Here's the other cities, townships, and villages that will get money.
Washtenaw County raked in nearly $2 million alone since its hosting 40 weed businesses. Here's the other cities, townships, and villages that will get money.
Large-scale marijuana operation busted in northern Michigan
Thousands of weed plants were seized during the execution of two search warrants this week.
Thousands of weed plants were seized during the execution of two search warrants this week.
Detroit pot delivery drivers targeted amid rise in robberies, carjackings
Drivers could have up to $5,000 of marijuana products with them when they’re making deliveries –and that can make them targets of robberies.
Drivers could have up to $5,000 of marijuana products with them when they’re making deliveries –and that can make them targets of robberies.
FDA declines to regulate CBD as foods, supplements; calls on Congress for fix
Despite a massive and growing market, the FDA said there’s not enough evidence about CBD to confirm that it's safe for use in foods or as a dietary supplement.
Despite a massive and growing market, the FDA said there’s not enough evidence about CBD to confirm that it's safe for use in foods or as a dietary supplement.
Flavored cannabis marketing is criticized for targeting kids
As cannabis shops proliferate, concerns are growing over the packaging and marketing of flavored cannabis that critics say could entice children to partake of products labeled “mad mango,” “loud lemon” and “peach dream.”
As cannabis shops proliferate, concerns are growing over the packaging and marketing of flavored cannabis that critics say could entice children to partake of products labeled “mad mango,” “loud lemon” and “peach dream.”
1st recreational marijuana business opens in Detroit
"This is our Mac -1, this is one of our top-shelf strains," said Brenda Essmyer, the store general manager. "It is known as Miracle Alien cookies."
"This is our Mac -1, this is one of our top-shelf strains," said Brenda Essmyer, the store general manager. "It is known as Miracle Alien cookies."
Hopeful marijuana business owners camping outside Riverview City Hall
The first licenses for legal weed businesses will soon be distributed in Riverview. Some people didn't want to risk not getting their chance.
The first licenses for legal weed businesses will soon be distributed in Riverview. Some people didn't want to risk not getting their chance.
More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
Detroit clears final legal hurdle allowing recreational marijuana sales
The city will issue a total of 160 marijuana retail licenses in three phases. The next phase will be 120 days from today.
The city will issue a total of 160 marijuana retail licenses in three phases. The next phase will be 120 days from today.
Study: Weed smokers had more cases of emphysema, inflamed airways than some cigarette smokers
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
Maryland, Missouri legalize marijuana, while 3 other states vote no
The results of Tuesday’s election mean that 21 states have now approved marijuana’s recreational use.
The results of Tuesday’s election mean that 21 states have now approved marijuana’s recreational use.