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New York debating whether to allow restaurants to sell weed-infused food
Been dreaming of a restaurant that serves pot pizza? NY lawmakers are discussing the possibility as the state prepares to open its first recreational cannabis shops at the end of the year.
New York officially legalizes marijuana
After multiple failed attempts at legalization in the state, Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill legalizing recreational weed.
Marijuana legalization bill passed by House of Representatives
Oregon Democratic Representative Earl Blumenauer, one of the bill’s original sponsors, wore a marijuana-printed face mask as he presided over debate on the bill on Thursday.
Outside Lands will allow marijuana consumption & sales for the first time
Outside Lands was granted a last-minute permit to allow marijuana consumption and sales in a designated “Grass Lands” area, making it the largest festival yet in the state to permit weed.
Marijuana legalization in NYC "ran out of time" this year
Those looking forward to enjoying the fruits of what at one point seemed like the inevitable legalization of weed in New York (and New Jersey) will have a while longer to wait.
The Who's Roger Daltrey responds to anti-pot smoking outburst at MSG
Plus, watch Jimmy Fallon and members of The Roots join the band for a rendition of “Won’t Get Fooled Again” on toy instruments.
Cheech & Chong Funko figures are coming out (the day after 4/20)
Cheech & Chong are also celebrating the legalization of marijuana in Canada with a 14-date “O Cannabis” tour,
marijuana legalization moves closer in New Jersey
Members of NJ’s State Senate and Assembly met on Monday (11/26) and voted in favor of a legalization bill, as well as an expansion to NJ’s medical marijuana program and an overhaul of rules relating to expunging crimes related to drugs.
Manhattan DA will stop prosecuting most marijuana smoking and possession
”Every day I ask our prosecutors to keep Manhattan safe and make our justice system more equal and fair. The needless criminalization of pot smoking frustrates this core mission, so we are removing ourselves from the equation.”
Outside Lands announces "Grass Lands" cannabis experience (but no buying or sampling)
Though you can’t buy or sample, there is a “Smell Wall.”