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West Virginia: State Will Finally Allocate Marijuana Revenue Despite Governor’s Veto

Charleston, WV: State Treasurer Larry Pack says his office has begun allocating millions in marijuana-related revenue, despite the Governor’s opposition to the plan.  Since 2021, state officials have accumulated nearly $40 million in taxes and regulatory …

Taming the ‘Wild West’ era of the hemp and cannabis market in N.C.

By Anne Blythe Behind the colorful packaging designed to appeal to young people on the shelves of many North Carolina vape shops lurks a dangerous lack of transparency, public health advocates and law enforcement agencies caution. Many consumers, they say …

Taming the ‘Wild West’ era of the hemp and cannabis market in NC

Behind the colorful packaging designed to appeal to young people on the shelves of many North Carolina vape shops lurks a dangerous lack of transparency, public health advocates and law enforcement agencies caution. Many consumers, they say, have no idea …

Oregon: Governor Signs Legislation Into Law Permitting Patients To Consume Cannabis in Residential Healthcare Facilities

Salem, OR: Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek has signed legislation (HB 4142) into law permitting qualified patients to consume certain medical cannabis products in eligible residential healthcare facilities. The law, which takes effect on January 1, 2027, …

Maryland: Legislation Sent to Governor Providing Employment Protections for Firefighters’ Off-Duty Use of Medical ...

Annapolis, MD: Lawmakers have advanced legislation (SB 439) to the Governor prohibiting employment discrimination against firefighters and other rescue workers who use state-authorized medical cannabis products while off-duty. The legislation passed both …

For a brief time, Justin Fairfax was poised to become one of the most significant political figures in Virginia history

For about 24 hours in February 2019, it looked as if Justin Fairfax was in line to become Virginia’s governor. Gov. Ralph Northam’s infamous “blackface” yearbook page had just been revealed. Rumors were rife that Northam would resign. Northam called …

Moore Pumps 5.2M Into Maryland Job Training Push

Governor Wes Moore announced more than 5.2 million dollars in awards through the Employment Advancement Right Now EARN Maryland program on April 16, 2026, in Annapolis. The funding will connect more than 2,000 Marylanders to training and credentials while …

Suspected drug seller nabbed with 2,000 pounds of marijuana in modified camper

A suspected drug seller was arrested with more than 2,000 pounds of marijuana in a camper trailer he was hauling on Interstate 75. A trooper observed 55-year-old William Wesley Hicks of Largo driving a white GMC pickup truck southbound on I-75 in Wildwood …

Uthmeier in Tampa appearance talks Hope Florida, UF teaching position, guns

TAMPA — For a man who’s been in his job for 14 months, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has had the uncanny ability to generate an inordinate amount of headlines, sometimes for some quite controversial decisions. While that could help his name …

Where is marijuana legal on 4/20? Not in Indiana

April 17, 2026, 9:13 a.m. CT Monday is 4/20, the unofficial weed holiday — not that Hoosiers can celebrate (at least, not legally). Indiana is one of nine states where recreational marijuana isn't allowed. Twenty-four states as well as Washington …

Where is medical, recreational marijuana legal? Florida…

Where is medical, recreational marijuana legal? Florida laws to know

CCA Debunks Cannabis User Driving Myth

The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority found that one in three Virginians believe people who use marijuana are safer drivers, but according to the CCA that is a myth.  Jamie Patten, Acting Chief of the Authority, says cannabis impairs reaction times on …

Florida man caught hauling over 2,000 lbs. of marijuana on I-75

SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A Florida man was found traveling along with over 2,000 pounds of marijuana on I-75 in Sumter County. The Florida Highway Patrol Tampa posted on X on Wednesday with a gallery of photos showcasing the seizure conducted by K-9 …

West Virginia officials warn against marijuana-impaired driving ahead of 4/20

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program is issuing a statewide reminder ahead of 4/20: “If you feel different, you drive different.” Officials are reminding residents that anyone under the influence of marijuana is …

Operation Spring Sweep nets 72 arrests in southern West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A month-long collaborative operation between West Virginia and federal law enforcement has brought many alleged fugitives to justice, including many sex offenders. Operation Spring Sweep, launched by the U.S. Marshals Southern District …

Planet 13 Introduces First 1:1:1 THC:CBD:CBN Cannabis Chocolate Line in Florida

The Dreamland Chocolate line features targeted cannabinoid ratios designed to deliver distinct product experiences. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (CSE: PLTH) (OTCQX: PLNH) (“Planet 13 …

Woman on FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list captured in Florida one day after $1M reward offered

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Florida police arrested KaShawn Nicola Roper on …

Florida K9 finds 2,000 pounds of marijuana inside RV in Sumter County, FHP says

A K9 with the Florida Highway Patrol helped sniff out more than 2,000 pounds of marijuana hidden in an RV during a traffic stop in Sumter County on Wednesday, officials said. The backstory: An FHP trooper said he saw a white GMC pickup truck towing a …

Hospital-Grade Breast Pumps Explained: Do You Really Need One? (Australia Guide 2026)

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many Australian mums, choosing a breast pump can feel overwhelming, especially when terms like “hospital-grade” start appearing everywhere. It sounds powerful. Essential, even. But here…

CAR therapy moves beyond cancer

GA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chimeric antigen receptor, or CAR, therapy is no longer just a cancer story. This review shows how the field is expanding beyond conventional CAR-T cells into a wider family of engineered …

MLR hits LA Sunday: California Legion vs Seattle Seawolves at UCLA Stadium for Community Round presented by Cedars-Sinai

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sports fans across California are invited to experience one of the fastest-growing global sports this Sunday evening as California Legion take on the Seattle Seawolves at UCLA Stadium. …

Post Falls Family Dental Introduces Smile Trial Program in Idaho

New Smile Trial program offers structured entry into cosmetic and general dental care for patients in Post Falls and surrounding communities. POST FALLS, ID, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Post Falls Family & Cosmetic …

Boston Musician Travels Cross-Country for a Complex Brain Tumor Surgery — And Returns to the Stage Nine Weeks Later

Renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Aaron Cohen-Gadol removes a complex petroclival meningioma, highlighting why choosing the right specialist—even if it requires travel LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When Connor Cox, a …

Secure Traces Launches AI Readiness-Governance-Security Offering

Secure Traces Launches AI Readiness-Governance-Security Offering to Help High-Stakes Enterprises Deploy AI with Confidence ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secure Traces, a cybersecurity and enterprise IT firm …

Scientific Global Named a 2026 Manny Awards Finalist

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scientific Global (SG) is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist for MedComms Agency of the Year at the 2026 Manny Awards. Presented by Med Ad News, the awards recognize …

Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. Franklin Rose Gains National Attention for Three-Decade Career in Aesthetic Medicine

Featured on CNN, ABC Nightline, and Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Franklin Rose is recognized for natural results and three decades of surgical expertise. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As demand for aesthetic …

Gardant Celebrates Achievement: Communities Honored with U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 ‘Best Senior Living’ Awards

Gardant sets the industry benchmark for quality, earning widespread national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living awards. KANKAKEE, IL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gardant is proud to announce …

Mississauga Clinic Offers Access to Breakthrough Deep TMS Therapy for Depression

Health Canada-approved, non-invasive treatment offers new hope for Canadians living with treatment-resistant depression. MISSISSAUGA, ON, CANADA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Depression affects more than 2.5 million Canadians each year, and for …

Angiex Reports AACR In Vivo Data Supporting AGX101 in Combination With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Solid Tumors

Preclinical in vivo data suggest AGX101 may enhance checkpoint inhibitor activity through selective targeting of tumor vasculature CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angiex Inc., a developer of Nuclear-Delivered …

Akribis Veins & Vitality Introduces Exion Face for Advanced Hyaluronic Acid Skin Rejuvenation

Akribis Veins & Vitality has announced the addition of Exion Face. WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Akribis Veins & Vitality has announced the addition of Exion Face, an advanced hyaluronic acid based facial …

Liveops Named a 2026 Healthiest Employer

Company Named #5 Healthiest Employer by Phoenix Business Journal, Marking Its Second Consecutive Year in Arizona’s Top Five for Workplace Well-Being SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liveops, a leader …

Registered Nurse Shantasia Ward Expands Healthcare Businesses Across North Carolina

Founder of Healing Hearts Home Care and NEMT business continues growth while improving access to care in underserved communities across North Carolina GREENVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shantasia Ward, a registered nurse …

Celebrities Speak Out on Endometriosis, Shining a Spotlight on a Long-Overlooked Women's Health Crisis

High-profile advocates are breaking the silence on Endometriosis as Dr. Joelle Osias and Foreviva advance comprehensive, whole-body care in Menlo Park. MENLO PARK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A growing movement of celebrity …

Gideon Asen Secures $6.5M Medical Malpractice Verdict In Bangor, Maine

BANGOR, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Penobscot County jury today returned a $6.5 million verdict for Gideon Asen client, Travis Getchell, in a medical malpractice case against Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. The …

‘Coming Home’ Shines at Milwaukee Film Festival, Showcasing Tahira Malik's Inspiring Journey from Addiction to Advocacy

Coming Home will air April 16 -30 at MKE’S historic Downer and Oriental theatres, portraying Malik’s remarkable story and creation of Samad’s House MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The critically acclaimed …

Domestic Violence Can Become a Workplace Violence Threat, Samaritan Protective Services Warns

Recent tragedies highlight the need for employers to recognize domestic violence as a workplace safety risk. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samaritan Protective Services, a security and intelligence firm based in …

Genvor Announces Strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Canlab International(TM) to Advance Peptide Pipeline

Establishes framework targeting multi-product commercialization across high-growth health and wellness categories with scalable revenue potential Genvor, Inc. (OTCQB:GNVR) WOODLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Genvor, Inc …

Harmony Grove Behavioral Health: Recovery Coaching With Integrated Case Management in Houston

Harmony Grove Behavioral Health in Houston offers recovery coaching integrated with case management to provide personalized care for lasting recovery. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harmony Grove Behavioral Health …