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'Legalization Ain't Sh*t Without Decriminalization'

As an industry, cannabis has rapidly grown into a multibillion-dollar industry.

by Anoa Changa
04.20.22
Gavel on sound block near green fresh cannabis leaves.

The History Of Marijuana Use In America

Marijuana is an amazing plant with an even more amazing history. Its uses date back before our civilization was even…

by Bilal G. Morris
04.20.22
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HBCUs Preparing Students For Budding Legal Weed Industry

A growing number of HBCUs are establishing programs to fight against the whitewashing of the cannabis industry and preparing their…

by Donovan Dooley
04.20.22
#theblackballot Gary Chambers, U.S. Senate candidate from Louisiana

Louisiana Senate Candidate Smokes Blunt In Pro-Weed Ad

Gary Chambers, a progressive Democrat and U.S. Senate candidate in Louisiana, smokes a blunt in his first campaign ad called…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
01.18.22
Jay-Z's 40/40 Club Celebrates 18th Anniversary

Jay-Z's Lawyer Wants Fan Released After Weed Conviction

Jay-Z, who owns a cannabis company, is advocating for the release of a fan who reached out for help in…

by Keenan "HIGz" Higgins
10.01.21
2020 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials - Day 2

Sha'Carri Richardson Speaks Out After Olympic Suspension

The triumphant track star who won over hearts with her poise and athletic ability has been suspended from the Olympic…

by Charise Frazier
10.03.21
Allen Russell, life sentence for marijuana possession has been upheld in Mississippi

Life Sentence Upheld For Black Man's Weed Conviction

In a sign that the failed war on drugs is still going strong, Russell Allen, a Black man serving life…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
08.26.21
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White House Staffers Fired Over Past Marijuana Use

Joe Biden once said he thought marijuana was a "gateway drug," and while he's reversed his thinking, the recent firings…

by Charise Frazier
09.30.21
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New Jersey Becomes 1st Mid-Atlantic State Legalizing Weed

Moving quickly on recently passed legislation, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed bills legalizing and regulating the sale of marijuana…

by Anoa Changa
09.29.21
Inside A Curaleaf Store As Pot Firm Makes Trading Debut

Cannabis Equity: Expanding Legal Marijuana Opportunities

As the cannabis industry continues to grow into a viable business model, many obstacles exist for Black and brown communities.…

by Anoa Changa
09.29.21
Richly colored cannabis bud after harvest

House Moves To Decriminalize Marijuana

The MORE Act passed in the House on Friday, the first of many steps to reverse and rectify the extensive…

by Charise Frazier
10.04.21
Across The U.S. Voters Flock To The Polls On Election Day

Weed, Voting Rights Are The 'Other' Election Winners

Civil rights advocates were delivered good news from final results in certain statewide elections that have provided somewhat of a…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
10.04.21
Derek Harris

Man Imprisoned Over $30 Marijuana Sale Is Released

Derek Harris is freed after a former life sentence.

by Royce Dunmore
10.02.21
Jason Mitchell mugshot in Mississippi

Jason Mitchell's Arrest Will Be 'Resolved Shortly': Rep

The actor was booked on felony charges after being stopped by the police.

by Royce Dunmore
10.09.21
Lori Lightfoot Is Sworn In As Chicago's First Female African American Mayor

Chicago Mayor Plans To Diversify White Weed Industry

After pressure from city council members she explains her idea.

by Adrian Moore
03.31.20
Barnard Victim Is Criminalized In Death Just Like Botham Jean Was By Dallas Police

Barnard Victim Criminalized In Death Like Botham Jean

Official claims she was involved in a drug dealing the day of her murder.

by Adrian Moore
03.31.20
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Twitter Slams Photo Of White Weed Entrepreneurs

There was barely any melanin in sight.

by Adrian Moore
03.30.20
First Day Cannabis Legal in California on New Year's Day

Black Women Working To End Weed's Racial Stigma

One important yet unsung aspect of the legal cannabis industry is changing the conversation around how Black people are viewed…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.28.20

Black Women, The Marijuana Industry, Advocacy And Activism

While the legal marijuana industry is a game changer for entrepreneurs, it can also lead to advocacy and activism. That…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.28.20

Breaking Barriers For Black Women Working In Weed

The budding legal marijuana business is in many ways a unique industry. But in more ways, it’s largely the same…

by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.28.20
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