Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Sober-curious for the summer? THC-infused beverages are on a high
America is at "just the beginning" of a sober-curious shift, as top CEOs of THC-infused beverage brands tout a lifestyle evolution and sales revenue boom.
Study finds 45% spike in marijuana use by boomers
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds
In a new study, researchers at UC San Francisco determined that eating edible cannabis, such as gummies, has the same impact on cardiovascular risk as smoking marijuana.
Haribo recalls candy after cannabis found in gummies, family gets sick
Haribo has recalled bags of candy in the Netherlands after a family reported getting sick and sampling revealed cannabis in the gummies.
Brittney Griner cancels speaking appearance because of disturbing note
WNBA and Atlanta Dream star player Brittney Griner, 34, canceled a recent speaking engagement in Maryland after discovering a concerning note in her hotel room.
Heavy cannabis use linked to impaired working memory, new study finds
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus suggests that heavy cannabis use negatively affects working memory.
Georgia veterans fighting for expanded access to medical cannabis
There’s a growing push for expansion of medical cannabis in Georgia and some veterans in the state are among the group hoping to see more access.
Metro area dispensary president calls for more change after GDPH effort to address delays
Changes are coming to Georgia’s medical cannabis program.
Older Americans turn to marijuana for better sleep and pain relief: Here's what to know
Nearly one-quarter of adults over 50 have used cannabis in the past year, a poll found.
Georgia's new Hemp Farming Act goes into effect Oct. 1
Georgia officials, including Gov. Brian Kemp, Commissioner Tyler Harper, and Colonel Billy Hitchens, have issued a reminder about the implementation of the Georgia Hemp Farming Act, which goes into effect on Oct. 1.
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.
Majority of Americans believe marijuana is less harmful than other substances, Gallup poll says
Gallup released a new poll that shows a majority of people think marijuana causes less harm than substances like alcohol, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco.
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.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome: Marijuana-linked condition on the rise
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.
Drug raid at Chamblee home next pound of THC candy, guns
A cache of firearms and narcotics was discovered by police at a Chamblee home during a recent raid.
South Fulton smoke shop raided by cops; owners say seized products were completely legal
A smoke shop in South Fulton says cops raided their storefront even though what they were doing was completely legal.
$85K to smoke weed and roll blunts? One Bay Area company is hiring
Smoakland is looking for a cannabis tester and blunt roller, and the company is offering a pretty penny for the role.
Oklahoma man nabbed in Georgia with nearly $1 million in marijuana
An Oklahoma man was arrested in Middle Georgia with nearly a million-dollars' worth of marijuana.
Daily marijuana use surpasses daily drinking in US, study finds
For the first time, more Americans use marijuana daily or nearly every day than those who drink alcohol that frequently, a shift 40 years in the making as recreational pot use has become mainstream and legal in nearly half of U.S. states.