Alaska Becomes Third US State To Legalize Recreational Marijuana Use
Softening of law follows similar move by Colorado and Washington states, but smoking in public and buying and selling drug remains illegal
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First Phase of Alaska Marijuana Legalization Goes Into Effect Tomorrow
Alaskans voted to legalize marijuana last November. That starts tomorrow, although pot commerce won't be coming for another year.
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Anti-Pot Group Says Lawsuit Will Challenge Colorado Marijuana Laws
Opponents of Colorado's marijuana legalization are expected to file a federal lawsuit on Thursday that will seek to shut down the state's new industry and which they say will accuse participants of violating racketeering laws.
Meet the New Drug Czar, Not the Same as the Old Drug Czar
Michael Botticelli is the new head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. He's a breath of fresh air in the drug czar's office.
Legalized Marijuana Would Mean DC Needs to Answer These Huge Questions
Certain amounts of marijuana could be legal to grow, possess or smoke in D.C. after Feb. 26.
Consuming Alcohol Poses a Much Larger Risk for Driving Accidents Than Cannabis
Drivers who test positive for the presence of THC in blood are no more likely to be involved in motor vehicle crashes than are drug-free drivers.
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Apple Reverses Policy, Allows Marijuana App Back Into iTunes
Two weeks ago, The Chronicle reported how Apple had yanked an app for MassRoots – an online community for marijuana users — from its iTunes store
Judge Weighs Whether U.S. Marijuana Law is Unconstitutional
A decision about the constitutionality of a federal marijuana ban could heat up national debate
To Get Tough On Crime, End Drug War, Connecticut Governor Says
Proposing measures to create a “second chance society,” Governor Malloy this week got more relevant than ever to life as it is actually lived in Connecticut.
Oklahoma House Approves Study of Cannabis Oil Applications
The Oklahoma House has overwhelmingly approved legislation authorizing a statewide study into clinical trials on certain patients with severe forms of epilepsy using an oil derived from the marijuana plant.
