News Hit: Friday, August 9, 2013

This episode of The HIGH TIMES News Hit examines Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s new stance on medical marijuana – why he changed his mind and why it matters. Plus, the DEA agrees to pay aUCSan Diego student $ 4.1 million after forgetting him in a 5- by 10-foot … High Times

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Quinn Signs Illinois Medical Marijuana Bill Into Law

Gov. Pat Quinn today signed a bill legalizing the use of marijuana for medical purposes in Illinois that supporters say is the strictest in the nation. Jim Champion, a military veteran from Somonauk who suffers from multiple sclerosis, joined the governor at a bill signing ceremony at the University of Chicago. He told of the relief […]

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Uruguay Takes Step Toward Full Pot Legalization

Uruguay’s unprecedented plan to put the government at the center of a legal marijuana industry has made it halfway through congress, giving President Jose Mujica a long-sought victory in his effort to explore alternatives to the global war on drugs. All 50 members of the governing Broad Front coalition approved the proposal in a party […]

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Seattle US Cannabis Cup 2013 Preview

The Seattle US Cannabis Cup is fast approaching! HIGH TIMES can’t wait to head back to the Emerald City to host a massive two-day expo with star-studded seminars, a Saturday night concert featuring SlightlyStoopidand Redman, and, of course, the best weed… High Times

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Pot Prices: July 2013 THMQ

Index Watch: The US Price and Kind indices rebounded from last month as both finished July above their June averages (+$ 12 and +$ 10 respectively). However, both indices remain below their year-to-date averages. TheSchwagIndex established a new high for 2013 at… High Times

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