Cannabis field sobriety tests
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While Cannabis might now be legal in Minnesota, law enforcement continues to consider new ideas on how to enforce impaired driving laws on the road.

Cannabis Research Center launched by University of Minnesota

The center will, “assess the impact of adult-use cannabis legalization and help inform future cannabis policies and practices across the state of Minnesota."

Minnesota's new cannabis agency wants input on rules

The new agency overseeing Minnesota's marijuana industry, as the state moves forward with legalization, is now asking for the public's input on its rules.

Where are hemp-based edibles businesses operating in Minnesota?

While low-dose THC gummies, drinks and other hemp-based cannabinoid edibles have been legal in Minnesota for more than a year, it’s been unclear how widespread the industry is throughout the state.

THC edible production in Minnesota
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THC gummies and drinks have been legal in Minnesota for more than a year, but where are they coming from? FOX 9 Investigates where the businesses operate throughout Minnesota.

St. Paul City Council passes pot and tobacco smoking ban for parks

St. Paul City Council members narrowly passed an ordinance on Wednesday banning the use of marijuana and tobacco in parks and near public buildings.

Cannabis Management Director resigns following allegations of illegal product sales

DuPree has sent a letter of resignation following allegations that she sold illegal products in the state through her Apple Valley company Loonacy Cannabis Co.

Metropolitan Airports Commission to have hearing on cannabis

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has given notice it will be having a public hearing on a draft cannabis ordinance. 

Office of Cannabis Management leader speaks
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The newly appointed Office of Cannabis Management leader spoke with FOX 9 about why she wanted the position, and when Minnesotans can expect dispensaries to open.

New Minnesota cannabis czar appointed, discusses retail sales timeline

DuPree has been working as a cannabis business consultant in other states and operating a hemp-derived THC business in Apple Valley, but she says she’ll divest herself of those businesses in the next couple weeks because of the potential conflicts.

MN cannabis director named [RAW]
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Minnesota's first Office of Cannabis Management director has been appointed. Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced Erin DuPree has been appointed the state's first director of the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). Starting Oct. 2, DuPree will start building the new state agency and will have a leadership role in establishing and regulating the adult-use cannabis market in Minnesota. DuPree held a press conference on Thursday.

Debate continues in St. Paul over pot smoking ban

St. Paul community members will have another opportunity to provide feedback next week on a proposal that would ban cannabis and tobacco smoking in public spaces owned by the city.

St. Paul considers pot smoking ban in public
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The City of St. Paul held a hearing on Wednesday as it considers a ban on smoking marijuana in city-owned public places.

US health agency recommends loosening federal marijuana laws

Rescheduling marijuana to a Schedule 3 drug would reduce or potentially eliminate criminal penalties for possession.

St. Paul weighs ban on smoking pot in city-owned places

A public hearing has been set for next week as the City of St. Paul considers a ban on smoking pot in city-owned public spaces, like parks.

Minnesota's marijuana tax revenue surpasses $500K in first month of sales

Since legalizing recreational marijuana use among adults over the age of 21, Minnesota has already collected nearly $600,000 in tax revenue from sales in its first month. 

SCSU to offer cannabis education certificate-based program

Following the legalization of recreational marijuana in Minnesota, St. Cloud State University (SCSU) plans to offer an online certificate program focused on cannabis education.