In less than two weeks, Oregonians — and any one else 21 and older — will be able to walk into a marijuana shop and buy pot, the latest milestone in the state’s long history with the drug. Though the Oregon Liquor Control Commission doesn’t plan to launch a regulated recreational market until late next […]
Month: September 2015
Washington Teenagers Are No Longer Facing Prison for Weed
Although Washington was one of the first states to repeal prohibition in America, we have seen reports over the past year that indicate some lawmakers are not quite ready to side with the common sense philosophies attached to the legalization of marijuana. Read article here: High Times
California: Cities Given Leeway In Crafting Medical Marijuana Laws
New legislation that would create California’s first comprehensive attempt to regulate the medical marijuana industry would give Long Beach and other cities considerable leeway to regulate the sales and cultivation of cannabis. Local governments could even enact outright bans on dispensaries and cultivation sites. Such is the view of the Long Beach City Attorney’s office, […]
Quiz: Are You A Hippie?
We know not all stoners are hippies and not all hippies are stoners, but the two cultures are undeniably intertwined. That's why we wanted to find out where we fell on the "Hippie Scale." Read article here: High Times
Donald Trump Trolls Jeb Bush for Smoking Weed 40 Years Ago
Donald Trump has once again taken to social media to criticize fellow Republican presidential candidates. And this time, the hate has been directed at Jeb Bush for an innocent admission he made during last week's Read article here: High Times
6 Reasons Why You Should Eat Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds are the seeds of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. They are from the same species as cannabis (marijuana). However, hemp seeds contain only trace amounts of THC, the compound that causes the drug-like effects of marijuana. Hemp seeds are exceptionally nutritious and rich in healthy fats, protein and various minerals. Here are six […]
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Compares Drug Charges to Sex Crimes
The Kansas Supreme Court heard arguments this week between state and local officials as to whether or not the city of Wichita should be allowed to implement an ordinance passed in 2014 that decriminalizes marijuana possession. Read article here: High Times
Gas and Grass: Is Buying Weed at Gas Stations the Next Big Thing?
A new business concept in the marijuana industry is about to get underway in Colorado. Soon, people will be able to gas up then light up, all in one handy location. Read article here: High Times
PIX OF THE CROP: 09.18.15
Our favorite reader submitted photos for the week of September 18, 2015. Read article here: High Times
Department of Justice Threatens to Take Away Funds From States That Reform Asset Forfeiture Laws
While former Attorney General Eric Holder said at the beginning of 2015 that the Department of Justice (DOJ) had taken measures to prevent state and local police departments from seizing money, cars and other personal property without first charging a drug suspect with cr… Read article here: High Times