By Rita Thompson From the Hindu God Shiva to Bob Marley, we’ve seen dreadlocks worn by nearly every culture in the world. Nonetheless, with recent news stories recounting discrimination of students and employees with the age-old hairstyle, the Emerald decided it's high time for a crash course on dreadlocks and the bill that is working to fight this bigotry. History … [Read more...] about The CROWN Act: A Much Needed Stand Against Hairstyle Discrimination
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Michigan Resident Faces Prison for Medical Cannabis Sales: “Federal Law Has Not Changed,” says Judge
By: Rita Thompson Danny Trevino, a resident of Lansing, Michigan, and owner of multiple medical cannabis shops around the state, has just been sentenced to nearly 16 years in federal prison. Legal, With Exceptions Under Michigan state laws, medical cannabis has been legal since 2008. State voters also approved recreational cannabis use in 2018 with the passage of the … [Read more...] about Michigan Resident Faces Prison for Medical Cannabis Sales: “Federal Law Has Not Changed,” says Judge
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Photos by Melissa Hutsell I was born and raised in California. So, as a native of the Golden State, I naturally use avocados for just about everything. It truly is a superfood—for your hair and skin, too. Avocados are extremely moisturizing. The fruits contain natural oils and fatty acids that are particularly nourishing for dehydrated, … [Read more...] about DIY Hemp Seed Oil Hair Mask
