House passes Minnesota marijuana bill changes without early cultivation
A new Minnesota marijuana law passed the state House Thursday evening, but it does not address concerns about how the first retailers will get marijuana to sell without breaking the law.
Teen marijuana use concerning among addiction officials
"We’ve seen an increase of individuals that are using cannabis. As young as 13 years old we’ve seen patients come in with cannabis use disorder," said one Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation counselor.
Legal supply in question as marijuana bill moves forward
A couple of token changes in Minnesota’s new marijuana bills are highlighting concerns about whether a legal supply will be available when retailers launch sometime next year.
Minnesota marijuana rollout adding unpopular changes
The Minnesota marijuana market is undergoing some unpopular changes before the first licenses even go out.
Jesse Ventura announces launch of cannabis line
Former Minnesota governor and longtime marijuana advocate Jesse Ventura announced the launch of his new cannabis brand on Wednesday.
Minnesota marijuana lottery has some seeing green
Minnesota’s marijuana law is changing to give businesses a head start on next year, but a license lottery has some people green with envy.
New recreational cannabis dispensary set to open south of Twin Cities metro
The Prairie Island Indian Community announced plans on Thursday to open up the closest recreational cannabis dispensary to the Twin Cities metro.
Teen use of delta-8, an unregulated marijuana alternative, is rising
Delta-8 and other similar THC-type products sold over the counter in gas stations and smoke shops are not regulated and have not been evaluated for safety.
State warns Minnesota sellers about cannabis flower sales
In its warning, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management said it has received complaints that some shops have been selling cannabis flower labeled as "hemp flower." Hemp flower is legal to sell and looks similar to cannabis flower, but contains significantly less THC.
MN's marijuana rules coming into clearer focus, but retail sales may be later than expected
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management introduced a bill to the Minnesota Legislature this week to change a few rules and give recreational marijuana businesses a head start.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Cannabis Expungement Board Director named by Gov. Walz
The director of the agency tasked with reviewing eligible felony and misdemeanor-level cannabis-related convictions for expungement has been appointed.
FDA recommends moving marijuana to lower-risk drug class: Key takeaways
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
Minnesota Marijuana: Inside the emerging world of homegrown weed
A bookshelf covers an entire wall in Bob Walloch’s Minneapolis home. From floor to ceiling, it’s filled with popular novels, art pieces and family photos. However, with one swift pull, Walloch reveals a hidden passageway to his personal crop of homegrown marijuana.
