New York Could Get New Tools to Crack Down on Illegal Pot Shops
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed new legislation that would give the state new tools to crack down on illegal marijuana shops.
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First Legal Cannabis Dispensary in Binghamton Receives Approval
The first legal cannabis dispensary in the Southern Tier has no remaining obstacles to opening its doors in downtown Binghamton this week.
Hochul Urged to Crack Down on Marijuana "Sticker Stores"
New York State Senator Tom O'Mara has called on Governor Kathy Hochul to crack down on "sticker stores," which use a loophole to sell marijuana illegally.
Parents Charged After New York Child Ingests THC, Cocaine
Two New York parents are facing charges after their now three-years-old child accidentally ate a THC-laced candy bar and ingested cocaine.
900+ Would-be Pot Shop Owners Apply for NY Licenses
New York State regulators say more than 900 would-be pot shop operators have applied for 150 available licenses.
First Legal Pot Farm is Growing in New York
New York State has its first legal recreational marijuana crop growing in a field north of Albany.
New York Pot Farmers Get Go-Ahead to Plant
New York is paving the way for hemp farmers to get a head start on growing marijuana for legal sales that are expected to begin next year.
New York Regulators Issue Warnings About "Gift Pot"
While New York works to launch a legal recreational marijuana market, some entrepreneurs have jumped into a legal gray area.
Legal Weed Passes NYS Legislature
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is expected to sign legislation legalizing recreational marijuana for adults.
NY Legal Pot Bill Close to a Vote
A bill legalizing recreational marijuana in New York is being drafted and is set to come up for a vote next week.