Now That’s Higher Learning: Maine Pothead Launches Marijuana State University For Pot Growers
A Maine pothead has launched an academic institution based solely on the fine art of growing high-grade marijuana.
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Study Shows Growing Trend in Ecstasy, Marijuana Use Among Teens
The 22nd annual Partnership Aptitude Tracking Study recorded a 67-percent jump from 2008 to 2010 in the number of teens who reported using ecstasy.
Colorado House Rejects First-Ever Marijuana Investment Fund
The nation's first proposed state-backed investment bank for the marijuana business failed Tuesday after a fiery debate in the Colorado House.
Feds Raid 5 Locations in Oakland County, Detroit in Marijuana Crackdown
Federal agents raided at least five properties in Oakland County and Detroit this morning.
Medical Marijuana Rules Finalized in Arizona, Washington, DC
Regulations have been finalized to allow for the sanctioned-use and dispensing of medical cannabis in two more regions of the country: Arizona and in the nation's capitol, Washington, DC.
Medical Marijuana Bill Moves Forward in Maryland
Frederick County Sen. David Brinkley may succeed this year in his nine-year quest to reduce criminal penalties for medical marijuana use.
Most California Voters Say Possessing Small Amount of Illegal Drugs Should Be Misdemeanor, Not Felony
A strong majority of California voters believe the penalty for possession of a small amount of an illegal drug for personal use should be reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, according to a poll released Monday by organizations seeking to relax drug laws.
Thousands in Mexico Take to Street to Protest Drug War — We Need to Do the Same Here
Thousands came out yesterday across Mexico to protest the drug war. The protests were led by journalist and poet Javier Sicilia, whose son was killed last week in drug prohibition-related violence.
How a Big US Bank Laundered Billions from Mexico’s Murderous Drug Gangs
As the violence spread, billions of dollars of cartel cash began to seep into the global financial system. But a special investigation by the Observer reveals how the increasingly frantic warnings of one London whistleblower were ignored.
US Pot Insurance Has Canadian Growers Green With Envy
The growing medicinal marijuana business in the United States despite the drug's illegal status has many insurance firms seeing green — as in money.
