While New York City has been fighting the legal cannabis battle (again) nearly all summer, unfortunately, progress has been slim. Yet while cannabis remains illegal in terms of recreational use in the state, medical cannabis has been legalized since 2014. Coming as a pleasant surprise to many New Yorkers, and especially Brooklynites, Williamsburg is about to get its first … [Read more...] about Williamsburg Welcomes Weed: Dispensary to Open in Brooklyn
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Interview with the “Medicine Hunter” Chris Kilham
By: Mica Cruz For this month’s Infusion Issue, the Emerald interviewed herbal advocate Chris Kilham, aka the "Medicine Hunter.” Kilham has traveled all over the world searching for traditional herbal treatments—through Asia, Europe and South America, including deep in the Amazon. He has authored 14 books ranging from stories about his travels, to practical advice on … [Read more...] about Interview with the “Medicine Hunter” Chris Kilham
Smell-Free, Care-Free Infusions: Sous Weed
Monica Lo found a solution to an age-old issue that’s plagued cannabis connoisseurs since the dawn of plant prohibition: how to make cannabis-infused foods without letting the whole damn neighborhood know about it. Her blog, Sous Weed, teaches others exactly how do just that by using a renowned French culinary method—and, of course, cannabis. Sous Weed is a food blog … [Read more...] about Smell-Free, Care-Free Infusions: Sous Weed
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
New Mexico State Judge Orders DOH to Issue Medical Cannabis Cards to Out-of-State Residents
A New Mexico district court judge may have just changed the face of the medical cannabis game by ordering the state’s Medical Cannabis Program to start issuing medical cards to out of state residents. Before July 2019, New Mexico’s medical cannabis laws stated that patients must be a resident of the state to qualify. However, when updates were made to the law that … [Read more...] about New Mexico State Judge Orders DOH to Issue Medical Cannabis Cards to Out-of-State Residents
