Florida's abortion, recreational marijuana measures pulling in big cash donations
Two controversial amendments that are slated to be on the November ballot have drawn donations to promote their causes.
Marijuana laws by state ahead of the 2024 presidential election
While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, dozens of U.S. states have legalized its use for adults. Here are the current laws depending on where you live.
Americans' perceptions of the harmfulness of marijuana have worsened, Gallup poll finds
While individuals' views on the effects of marijuana use are different, a recent survey reveals more people believe it can have a negative impact on users.
Will recreational pot be on 2024 ballot?
Voters could decide on recreational marijuana use in Florida. The issue could be on the 2024 ballot. One proposal would make it legal for anyone in Florida over the age of 21 to possess up to three ounces of pot without facing criminal charges.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Recreational pot could be on 2024 ballot
The Smart & Safe Florida campaign, funded by Trulieve, says it has collected more than one million signatures to legalize the adult use of recreational marijuana in Florida. That's more than enough signatures to get on the 2024 ballot, assuming the ballot language is approved by the heavily conservative-leaning state supreme court.
Las Vegas marijuana superstore Planet 13 expanding to Florida
Las Vegas marijuana superstore Planet 13 is expanding and will soon call Port Orange, Florida home. While the dispensary will not be as large as the Las Vegas location, they do expect big crowds.
More seniors being hospitalized due to marijuana use
New research shows more and more seniors are being treated in emergency rooms for side effects from marijuana consumption. Some health experts say these older Americans, who may have even experimented with pot in the past, may not be familiar with how potent cannabis products are in 2023.
Half of Americans think marijuana is bad for society, poll finds
Nearly half of American adults, 48%, report ever trying marijuana. That’s up from 4% when Gallup first asked about it 1969.
Florida justices look again at high-stakes marijuana case
In a case that could have a dramatic impact on the state’s pot industry, the Florida Supreme Court made the unusual move Wednesday of hearing a second round of arguments in a challenge to a state law aimed at implementing a constitutional amendment that broadly legalized medical marijuana.
Florida justices order more arguments on medical marijuana law
The case centers on parts of the law related to the licensing of companies to operate in the medical-marijuana industry.
Florida House eyes THC limit for medical marijuana
The bill would impose a 10 percent cap on euphoria-inducing THC in medical marijuana for patients under age 21.
Orlando's first marijuana-themed sub shop to open this summer
The first of three locations opens in July on Colonial Drive.
$4.8 million raised in December for proposed amendment that would allow recreational marijuana
The proposed amendment would allow adults 21 or older to “possess, use, purchase, display, and transport up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana and marijuana accessories for personal use for any reason.”
Pitbull who survived 15 tumors, emaciation is healthy and ready to adopt, foster group says
The foster group described Lulu as kid-friendly, spunky and fun, loves to cuddle, and is completely vetted.
Proposed amendment to legalize recreational marijuana a step closer to 2020 ballot
Make it Legal Florida on Wednesday announced their effort to provide regulated access to recreational marijuana to adults 21 and older has officially reached the required 76,632 signatures to achieve a judicial review of their constitutional amendment language.
House Panel seeks insight from Oregon on pot problems
Facing the possibility that Floridians could be asked next year to legalize recreational marijuana, a House panel on Tuesday turned to Oregon to learn more about the economic, environmental and health impacts the state has faced since authorizing adult pot use four years ago.
Justices to take up major medical marijuana case
This case could change the way medical marijuana operators do business in the state.
Petitions circulating to legalize marijuana in Florida
Many local residents opened their mailboxes this week to find a leaflet asking for their signature to get legal marijuana on the 2020 ballot in Florida. The mailers are part of a petition drive organized by Make it Legal Florida.