Medical Marijuana
Stories about the launch of medical marijuana dispensaries in Massachusetts.
Disabled Veterans Press For Access To Medical Marijuana
The bill filed by Rep. Michael Soter and Sen. Ryan Fattman would essentially expand the current eligibility criteria for medical marijuana and also create a way that disabled veterans who...
Recreational Marijuana Shops Reopen For Business In Mass. — With Restrictions
Pot shops are once again open for business in Massachusetts -- for curbside pickup only.
CCC Approves Weed Supply Chain Changes Amid Pandemic
The Cannabis Control Commission on Tuesday told certain non-medical growers that they can now transfer their crops to the medical supply chain.
As Vapes Sell Again In Mass., Cannabis Stores Push To Make New Products Under New Rules
Marijuana establishments jumped into production soon after cannabis regulators gave them the green light to sell new vaping products. The state has just two labs legally allowed to test these...
How Mass. Cannabis Inspectors Keep A Watchful Eye Over The Legal Pot Industry
Across Massachusetts, 15 state inspectors are charged with the task of ensuring everything at the various retail shops, grow facilities, manufacturing plants and independent labs that makes up the now...
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What The Mass. Vaping Product Ban Means For Medical Marijuana Patients
The state's ban on vaping still leaves options -- edibles, flower vaporizers -- for medical marijuana patients, a leading specialist says.
'It’s Totally A Disaster': Ban On Vaping Products Frustrates Mass. Businesses
The state's new ban on all vaping products has frustrated some local business owners, who say it will ruin their business.
Baker Calls For 4-Month Ban Of All Vaping Products In Mass.
The move by Gov. Charlie Baker makes Massachusetts the first U.S. state to enact a total ban on vaping sales amid growing concerns over vaping-linked illnesses and deaths.
Magazines Emerge To Cover 'Cannabis Culture,' With A New England Twist
Priced at $4.20, the annual New England Cannabis Guide wants to provide regional perspectives on cannabis tourism. And, the magazine is not the only one cropping up here.
Marijuana Panel Approves Sale Of NETA To Suterra Wellness
The vote was unanimous in favor of the sale to Georgia-based company, but not before commissioners raised concerns about the buyer's track record in Florida.
Breaking The Brownie Mold: Cannabis Chefs Cook Up Ways To Broaden Appeal Of Edibles
Sweets dominate the cannabis edible market because they are easy to separate into doses to satisfy state rules, but some chefs hope to push what kinds of THC-infused foods they...
State Regulators Shutter Acton Medical Cannabis Dispensary
Inspectors said they found the company had violated regulations related to security, sanitation, waste disposal and the labeling of cannabis products.
Police: Hundreds Of Pot Samples Found In Framingham Lab Trash
A Massachusetts mayor is asking the state Cannabis Control Commission to investigate after hundreds of vials containing marijuana residue were found in the trash outside a medical marijuana testing facility.
Mass. Regulators OK Cannabis Retailer In Great Barrington And Grow Operation In Franklin
The Cannabis Control Commission is now allowing Theory Wellness, currently a medical pot operation, in Great Barrington to start selling recreational marijuana as early as Friday.
205 Priority Applicants Vying For Recreational Marijuana Licenses Can Move Into Next Phase
The Cannabis Control Commission on Tuesday wrapped up its review of priority applicants for recreational marijuana businesses. But these hopefuls have some more paperwork to do.
With Recreational Pot Coming, Cannabis Panel Sets Policy To Ensure Supply For Medical Patients
The state's Cannabis Control Commission agreed that dispensaries must set aside 35 percent of their product, or a six-month average of their medical sales, for patients.
Cancer Patients Asking Doctors About Marijuana Still Get Little Help
Although medical marijuana has been legal in Massachusetts for six years, most doctors aren’t able to guide cancer patients navigating the system and using it for their symptoms.
Behind Closed Doors, Mass. Lawmakers Hold Late-Stage Pot Law Negotiations
Conference committee meetings haven't always been closed to the public, but lawmakers are defending the decision, citing that there is robust debate that moves more quickly without the public watching.
Major Overhaul Of Mass. Marijuana Ballot Law Passes House
The legislation approved 126-28 Wednesday night would tax the product at 28 percent and devote $50 million in pot revenues to addiction prevention and treatment.
After Criticism, Debate To Resume Over Proposed Changes To Legal Marijuana Law
Rep. Aaron Vega joined us to discuss disagreements over the bill -- including its proposed tax rate -- seen last week and his expectations for debate on Monday as the...