Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 829 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
House OKs cannabis bill with new license, streamlined supply chain - Session Daily
The Minnesota House of Representatives approved a cannabis bill that introduces a new license type and streamlines the supply chain for cannabis operations. The legislation repres...
Minnesota House of Representatives (.gov)
Flame and Flora, new cannabis dispensary, opens in Prior Lake
Flame and Flora, a new cannabis dispensary, has opened in Prior Lake, Minnesota. The opening represents a local business expansion in Minnesota's regulated cannabis market.
CBS News
Marijuana bill within sight of up-or-down votes at Minnesota Capitol
A marijuana legalization bill is advancing toward final votes at the Minnesota Capitol, indicating progress on cannabis legislation in the state.
MPR News
Minnesota cannabis testing site closure creates product delays for retailers
A cannabis testing site in Minnesota has closed, causing delays in product testing and availability for retailers operating under Minnesota's cannabis regulatory framework. The cl...
Northern News Now
Anoka opens first city-owned cannabis dispensary in Minnesota, a first in the US
Anoka, Minnesota has opened the first city-owned cannabis dispensary in the United States, marking a significant milestone in municipal cannabis retail operations. This represents...
CBS News
2 sisters open Twin Cities cannabis dispensaries designed to make women feel safe
Two sisters have opened cannabis dispensaries in the Twin Cities with a design philosophy focused on creating a welcoming environment for women customers. The dispensaries represe...
CBS News
Forest Lake mayor opens city's first cannabis dispensary in family's latest business venture
The mayor of Forest Lake, Minnesota has opened the city's first cannabis dispensary as part of a family business venture. This represents a new retail operation in the Forest Lake...
CBS News
Minnesota cannabis store owners lament testing backlog: "It's getting frustrating for everyone involved"
Minnesota cannabis retailers are experiencing delays in product testing, which is creating frustration across the industry. The testing backlog is affecting store operations and p...
CBS News
Supreme Court Upholds Marijuana Users’ Gun Rights, Rejecting Trump DOJ Arguments In Major Second Amendment Case
The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of a marijuana user prosecuted for gun possession, finding that the government's actions violated the Second Amendment. Justice N...
Marijuana Moment
Minnesota’s first cannabis testing lab calls it quits
Minnesota's first cannabis testing laboratory has ceased operations. The closure represents a significant development in Minnesota's cannabis industry infrastructure and testing c...
MMJDaily
Minnesota Gov. Signs Law Streamlining Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Supply Chains
Minnesota's Governor has signed legislation that streamlines the supply chain operations for both medical cannabis and adult-use cannabis programs in the state. This law represent...
Ganjapreneur
Dispute over jurisdiction halts Haugen from opening T’s THC, located on Leech Lake Nation
A jurisdictional dispute has prevented Haugen from opening T's THC, a cannabis retailer located on the Leech Lake Nation reservation in Minnesota. The dispute involves questions a...
Bemidji Pioneer
MN Office of Cannabis Management sues dispensary for first time
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has filed its first lawsuit against a cannabis dispensary, marking an escalation in regulatory enforcement. The article provides detail...
kare11.com
Minnesota Marijuana Regulators Ask Lawmakers To Fix Loophole That Allows High-THC Raw Cannabis To Be Sold As Legal Hemp
Minnesota's cannabis regulators have identified a legal loophole allowing high-THC raw cannabis to be sold under the guise of legal hemp and are requesting legislative action to c...
Marijuana Moment
Cannabis Management Director resigns following allegations of illegal product sales - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
A Cannabis Management Director has resigned following allegations of illegal product sales, as reported by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul. The incident involves potential violations o...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Erin DuPree Tapped to Oversee Minnesota’s Cannabis Industry
Erin DuPree has been appointed to a leadership position overseeing Minnesota's cannabis industry. This represents a significant personnel decision within the state's cannabis regu...
Twin Cities Business
Minnesota City Considers Opening The State’s First Government-Run Marijuana Store
A Minnesota city is considering opening the state's first government-operated marijuana retail store, representing a potential expansion of the state's cannabis retail model beyon...
Marijuana Moment
White Earth marijuana raid challenges Minnesota cannabis law
A marijuana raid on White Earth Nation territory raises legal questions about the intersection of tribal sovereignty and Minnesota's cannabis regulatory framework. The incident hi...
Minnesota Reformer
'We fought a long battle to free the plants': Minnesota cannabis businesses celebrate recreational marijuana legalization
Minnesota cannabis businesses are celebrating the state's legalization of recreational marijuana following a lengthy advocacy effort. The legalization represents a significant mil...
MinnPost
Minnesota awards 249 recreational marijuana licenses via lottery
Minnesota has awarded 249 recreational marijuana licenses through a lottery system as part of its adult-use cannabis legalization implementation. This represents a significant lic...
MJBizDaily
Minnesota could license hundreds of marijuana retailers, cultivators in coming months
Minnesota is preparing to issue licenses for hundreds of marijuana retailers and cultivators in the coming months as the state's adult-use cannabis market develops. This represent...
Star Tribune
The MN Office of Cannabis Management has a new director
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has appointed a new director. This leadership change represents a significant staffing development for the state agency overseeing Minn...
Northern News Now
Office of Cannabis Management gets new interim director as Charlene Briner steps down
Charlene Briner has stepped down from her position as director of the Office of Cannabis Management, and the agency has appointed a new interim director to lead operations. The tr...
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
Walz announces departure of cannabis management director amid legal challenges, new year
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced the departure of the state's cannabis management director amid ongoing legal challenges facing the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). The a...
St. Cloud Times
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