Visually impaired? Don't have time to read? EmeraldAudio can help! Click the track above to listen to the story. By Samantha Wahl Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Digital … [Read more...] about The Digital Dime: 12/06/2019
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Op-Ed: Decrim is Not Enough for New Yorkers
Can you smell it? Longtime residents of New York City have definitely noticed an uptick in the frequency of smelling herb around the city. The NYPD has reduced the amount of arrests for cannabis related charges, year after year, which are now likely to drop to a new low as cannabis enjoys its most-legal status yet. According to NY1 News, there have been under 750 arrests in … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Decrim is Not Enough for New Yorkers
New Bill Introduced to Decriminalize Cannabis In Florida
It’s no secret that Florida has been lagging behind the cannabis train for quite some time now. However, with one state after another realizing the effects of both decriminalized and legalized industries, the sunshine state is finally getting on board. Well, almost. A Florida lawmaker introduced a bill on Monday Aug. 5 that would decriminalize low-level cannabis possession … [Read more...] about New Bill Introduced to Decriminalize Cannabis In Florida
Gov. Cuomo Signs Bill to Further Decriminalize Cannabis in NY
On July 28, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo made waves in the cannabis industry by signing a bill aiming to further decriminalize cannabis use statewide. It’s not legalization—but it’s a step in the right direction as supporters are advocating for the law as a vital social justice initiative. “Communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by laws governing … [Read more...] about Gov. Cuomo Signs Bill to Further Decriminalize Cannabis in NY
Kamala Harris and Jerry Nadler Introduce Federal Decriminalization Bill
We’ve been fighting for cannabis legalization and decriminalization for quite some time now. Maybe, just maybe, things might finally be looking up. California Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris’ stance on cannabis has changed a lot since 2010. Back when she was elected to the California attorney general’s office, Harris felt that cannabis could harm … [Read more...] about Kamala Harris and Jerry Nadler Introduce Federal Decriminalization Bill
