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02/25/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Violent crime is down where marijuana use is up, according to new study

New research revealed that increasing the use of medical marijuana brings down the number of violent crime in states bordering Mexico, reported The Guardian. A study published in The Economic Journal investigated the effects exerted by medical marijuana laws on crime in the U.S. states that border Mexico. The researchers discovered that violent crimes dropped by […]

01/01/2018 / By Mike Adams

As California legalizes pot, few smokers realize cannabis is often contaminated with pesticides, mold, heavy metals and chemical toxins

As of yesterday, it’s now legal for adults in California to purchase recreational marijuana. This is being hailed as a breakthrough against marijuana prohibition, but the masses of would-be pot smokers in California seem to carry a popular delusion that rests on the false idea that marijuana is safe to smoke in unlimited quantities because […]

12/19/2017 / By David Williams

Legality means overregulation in California: The state is placing even MORE limits on CBD products such as edibles

California is about to impose new limits on CBD products, including edibles, based on newly-proposed manufacturing regulations detailed in an official document. Once these changes come into effect, they will affect mainly businesses that make marijuana-infused edibles. But as you can imagine, these will ultimately end up affecting the lives of people who use edible […]

11/27/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Medical cannabis for pets skyrocketing in popularity across California and the world

Just a few years ago, anyone who said they were using marijuana to treat or cope with an illness would likely have been viewed as a criminal or a far-out hippie. Now, with 29 states legalizing marijuana use in some form, the use of this natural miracle plant is gaining popularity and mainstream acceptance. And […]

11/20/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Marijuana farmers are destroying natural ecosystems as quest for profits outweighs “green” agricultural practices

People who turn to medical marijuana are often drawn to the fact that it’s natural. This is indeed a great quality from a health standpoint, but environment-minded marijuana buyers, take note: New research shows that marijuana farming in remote locations is having a negative effect on the environment. After studying the ecological consequences that marijuana […]

09/22/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

No drones for drugs in California: State rules marijuana must be transported in commercial vehicles, which will be subject to license requirements

Drones will soon be able to bring a lot of different goods to your house thanks to Amazon and other retailers, but one thing they won’t be able to drop on your doorstep is marijuana. Even though the drug has been legalized in California and recreational marijuana sales will be permitted starting on January 1, […]

09/12/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

Illegal pot farms now creating environmental DISASTER with massive runoff of banned pesticides

Poisonous chemicals from illegal marijuana farms in California’s forests were found in the state’s rivers and streams, according to a report by Reuters. This finding brought fear that humans and animals may be at risk because the contaminated rivers and creeks are the sources of the state’s water supply. Also, the streams are also crucial […]

08/20/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

California’s hemp farms producing massive tonnage of toxic chemical runoff, polluting thousands of acres of land

Illegal marijuana farms in California have left acres of land so contaminated with toxic chemicals and fertilizers that a quarter-teaspoon could kill a bear. Already five law enforcement officers have been sent to the hospital for severe skin rashes and respiratory problems. This, after just touching a polluted area. Government officials say that the situation […]

11/17/2016 / By medicalmarijuanaupdate

Answering 10 common California marijuana questions in the legal weed era

It’s been a little over a week since Californians voted to legalize recreational marijuana. Here are some common questions, answered Article by Brooke Edwards Staggs It’s been almost a week since Californians voted to legalize recreational marijuana, and we’ve received a steady flow of questions from readers asking everything from how Prop. 64 impacts medical […]

11/09/2016 / By medicalmarijuanaupdate

How a Silicon Valley billionaire helped get marijuana fully legalized in California

Californians overwhelmingly said yes to recreational marijuana on Election Day. Article by Melia Robinson Those in favor of the decision owe a big thanks to billionaire Silicon Valley fixture Sean Parker. The former Facebook president and founder of Napster contributed $8.5 million to the effort to legalize recreational marijuana in California. Parker has been radio […]

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