Cannabis Is the Third Party America’s Been Waiting For For decades, American politics has been locked in a stale headlock between Democrats and Republicans. Red versus blue, left versus right—the duopoly is so ingrained that most voters can’t even imagine a third way forward. But cannabis is doing what no polished debate stage or billion-dollar Super PAC could: it’s cracking the two-party armor wide <p>The post Cannabis Is the Third Party America’s Been Waiting For first appeared on High Times.</p>

The Gotham Experiment: What Happens When Cannabis Meets Art and Fashion Angel investor turned cannabis entrepreneur Joanne Wilson brings art, culture, and community to New York with her Gotham dispensary. <p>The post The Gotham Experiment: What Happens When Cannabis Meets Art and Fashion first appeared on High Times.</p>

Building Artists Into Brands: A Conversation with Sophie Steele on Music, Business and Cannabis Culture The music industry has never been an easy place to navigate. For every breakout story, there are dozens of young artists left wondering why their streaming checks don’t cover the rent or why the viral moment they dreamed of fizzled after a few weeks. That reality is exactly why Sophie Steele, founder of Kopius Media, <p>The post Building Artists Into Brands: A Conversation with Sophie Steele on Music, Business and Cannabis Culture first appeared on High…

Michigan Lawmakers Pass 24% Cannabis Wholesale Tax, Dealing Devastating Blow to Industry The legislation, which served as an integral pillar to the lawmakers’ budget deal, now heads to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk.

Vireo Growth Enters Definitive Agreements to Acquire Outstanding Senior Secured Convertible Notes of Schwazze The transaction reflects the continuation of Vireo’s M&A strategy and is expected to close later this month.

Dr. Buzzkill’s Cotton Mouth Killers Take the Dry Out of Your High Every cannabis consumer knows the feeling. You’ve just enjoyed a smooth joint, a flavorful dab, or maybe a heavy-hitting bong rip, and as you lean back, satisfied, you realize your mouth feels like the Sahara desert. That unmistakable dry, sticky, tongue-heavy sensation we call cotton mouth can crash a sesh faster than a bad playlist. <p>The post Dr. Buzzkill’s Cotton Mouth Killers Take the Dry Out of Your High first appeared on High Times.</p>

What Happened to the Sticky, Aromatic Cannabis Buds From the Mid-1990s? The final composition of the buds largely depends on the post-harvest process, where commercial cultivators often overdry or improperly cure them.

Will This Tax Freeze Save California’s Cannabis Industry? California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a law halting the 25% tax increase on cannabis until at least October 2028. But how will the state get around to this? <p>The post Will This Tax Freeze Save California’s Cannabis Industry? first appeared on High Times.</p>

Why You Shouldn’t Trust the Anti-Weed Lobby Smart Approaches to Marijuana On August 25, the nonprofit group Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) sent a letter to President Donald Trump, calling on him not to approve a pending proposal to reclassify cannabis under federal law. In the letter, SAM warned the president that rescheduling marijuana under the federal Controlled Substances Act would lead to significant adverse outcomes. <p>The post Why You Shouldn’t Trust the Anti-Weed Lobby Smart Approaches to Marijuana first appeared on High Times.</p>

The Cost of Doing Nothing: How Delay and Indecision Are Sinking Cultivation Businesses Part I of a three-part series on how delaying ‘too costly’ infrastructure investments can lead to even greater hidden losses.

From Prison to Purpose: Deshaun Durham’s Fight for Cannabis Justice Eight months ago, Deshaun Durham walked out of a Kansas prison two weeks before Christmas. He had been sentenced to serve eight years for cannabis possession, two pounds that in a legal state might barely raise an eyebrow. In Kansas, it was enough to brand him a felon, strip away his freedom, and nearly derail <p>The post From Prison to Purpose: Deshaun Durham’s Fight for Cannabis Justice first appeared on High Times.</p>

‘It’s Complicated In India…’: Cannabis Myths & Realities in the World’s Most Populated Country “In Delhi you can score hash, but no flower. You gotta ask around. Sometimes tuk-tuk drivers will offer some when you walk by. I think Hinduism is cool with weed. But the government? Not so much,” says Tellman. <p>The post ‘It’s Complicated In India…’: Cannabis Myths & Realities in the World’s Most Populated Country first appeared on High Times.</p>

Croptober 2025: California Farmers Prep for the Biggest Harvest of the Year We reached out to Northern California cultivators as they prepped for one of their busiest months of the year in October and the massive 2025 fall harvest. As October begins, farmers are already deep in the home stretch. They’ve been checking resin quality, monitoring the weather, watching for pests, and hoping none of those factors <p>The post Croptober 2025: California Farmers Prep for the Biggest Harvest of the Year first appeared on High Times.</p>

Green Check Launches The Forum, a New Platform Extension for Trusted Connections in High-Risk Industries The vetted ecosystem integrates education and intelligent connection matching to drive compliant growth for cannabis and other high-risk businesses and service providers.

Verano Secures $75 Million Revolving Credit Facility The cannabis company drew $50 million to retire $50 million of its existing senior secured credit facility, with $25 million left for strategic initiatives.

Will Government Shutdown Keep Cannabis Reform on the Back Burner? Trump’s self-imposed timeline for a rescheduling announcement has elapsed, but political theater in Washington has taken the national spotlight.

Marshawn Lynch Goes All In on Weed With Originals Collab NFL legend Marshawn Lynch has always played the game his own way. Now he’s doing the same in cannabis. His brand Dodi, born in the Bay, is teaming up with Originals in Los Angeles to take things to a new level. From Oakland to L.A. Dodi started as a Northern California flower line with a <p>The post Marshawn Lynch Goes All In on Weed With Originals Collab first appeared on High Times.</p>

Every Two Minutes, Someone in America Is Arrested for Marijuana NORML warns that despite legalization gains, someone in the U.S. is still arrested for marijuana every two minutes. <p>The post Every Two Minutes, Someone in America Is Arrested for Marijuana first appeared on High Times.</p>

Cannabis vs. Opioids: New Clinical Trial Points to Safer Pain Relief Option Peer-reviewed Phase 3 trial finds cannabis extract eases chronic back pain, improves sleep, and rivals opioids without dependence. <p>The post Cannabis vs. Opioids: New Clinical Trial Points to Safer Pain Relief Option first appeared on High Times.</p>

High Times Magazine Celebrates 50 Years With New Editor-In-Chief, Return of the Cannabis Cup & Print Issue Iconic Counterculture Magazine Ushers in Next Chapter With Collectible Edition, Return of the Cannabis Cup and Appointment of Javier Hasse as EIC <p>The post High Times Magazine Celebrates 50 Years With New Editor-In-Chief, Return of the Cannabis Cup & Print Issue first appeared on High Times.</p>

‘The Walking Dead’ & ‘Younger’ Actor Nico Tortorella Debuts Kratom ‘Brewski’ Actor Nico Tortorella launches DER, a kratom-infused non-alcoholic beer debuting on National Kratom Day in 44 U.S. states. <p>The post ‘The Walking Dead’ & ‘Younger’ Actor Nico Tortorella Debuts Kratom ‘Brewski’ first appeared on High Times.</p>

Freedom Fighter of the Month: Joelle Puccio’s Crusade to Protect Pregnant Women Editors’ Note: “Freedom Fighter of the Month” has long been a popular feature in High Times magazine, dating back to the 1990’s. Today, we’re bringing it back as a monthly column! Send nominations to hightimesfreedomfighters@gmail.com with the subject line “Freedom Fighter of the Month.” Tell us who you think should be recognized and how to <p>The post Freedom Fighter of the Month: Joelle Puccio’s Crusade to Protect Pregnant Women first appeared on High Times.</p>

Ascend Wellness Closes $9.3 Million Mortgage Financing on 3 Ohio Properties The cannabis company closed the transaction for loans on real estate in Cincinnati, Sandusky and Piqua.

LEEF Brands Launches New York Lab, 2025 Production Fully Committed The company has completed the installation of its equipment and has commenced solventless concentrate production.

Green Thumb Opening 19th Pennsylvania Dispensary The cannabis company opened its latest RISE dispensary in Lebanon, marking its 108th retail facility nationwide.

Simplifya Raises $2 Million in Equity Capital, Eliminates Debt, Expands Strategic Initiatives With 10 years of service supporting America’s cannabis and hemp industries, Simplifya is marking a new growth chapter for its compliance software solutions.

The Rise of Mixed-Light Cannabis: Indoor Quality, Outdoor Prices As greenhouses blur the line between indoor and outdoor, mixed-light cultivation is redefining cannabis production. <p>The post The Rise of Mixed-Light Cannabis: Indoor Quality, Outdoor Prices first appeared on High Times.</p>

Michigan House Fast-Tracks 24% Weed Tax, Industry Says It’s a Death Blow Michigan lawmakers approved a 24% cannabis wholesale tax. Industry warns it will crush businesses and revive the black market. <p>The post Michigan House Fast-Tracks 24% Weed Tax, Industry Says It’s a Death Blow first appeared on High Times.</p>

Wisconsin GOP Lawmakers Move to Legalize Medical Cannabis in 2025 A trio of top Republicans introduced bicameral legislation to provide patients access to regulated cannabis from licensed dispensaries.

Detroit Cannabis Grower Surrenders License in Resolution With CRA The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency announced that Cherry Industries agreed to permanently surrender its license.

The Cannabist Co. Partners With Queen Mary to Launch Wellness-Focused Cannabis Products in Colorado The cannabis company partnered with the award-winning California brand to bring rosin-infused gummies to the Rocky Mountain State.

Flowhub Launches Marketing Suite to Help Cannabis Dispensaries Drive Loyalty, Revenue The leading cannabis retail platform adds POS-native marketing tools, including loyalty passes, email and push campaigns.

Puerto Rican Superstar Jon Z: ‘I’m Explosive… Cannabis Helps Me Relax and Think Things Through’ “Cannabis is peace and love. It’s stupid that it’s not legal, bro.” The phrase sets the tone for Jon Z from the start. The Puerto Rican trap star speaks about marijuana with conviction, without hesitation. For him, the plant isn’t an accessory: it’s part of his life, his music, and his way of being in <p>The post Puerto Rican Superstar Jon Z: ‘I’m Explosive… Cannabis Helps Me Relax and Think Things Through’ first appeared on High…

NY Court Grants Preliminary Injunction, Blocking OCM Directives Threatening 150 Cannabis Businesses The court order halts the New York Office of Cannabis Management from enforcing directives that could have shuttered licensed businesses.

Goldflower Cannabis Partners With Doghouse Farms in Florida The Miami-based cannabis company is bringing Doghouse Farms’ high-potency genetics to the Sunshine State.

Curaleaf Launches Anthem Bold Infused Pre-Rolls in 4 States The infused line extension pairs bold flavor with American tradition, now available at Curaleaf stores in Arizona, Illinois, New Jersey and New York.

Village Farms International’s Board Approves $10M Share Repurchase Authorization The authorization reflects the company’s balanced approach to capital allocation, with $75 million in cash for the third-quarter closing.

Trump Promotes Hemp-Derived CBD For Senior Health Care in Shared Video The president shared a video advocating for Medicare coverage for CBD and to fully integrate cannabis into the health care system for those 65 and older.

Did Trump Just Back Medicare Coverage for CBD? Truth Social Post Fuels Cannabis Debate Trump shared a video urging Medicare coverage of hemp-derived CBD, casting it as a senior health breakthrough and sparking cannabis debate. <p>The post Did Trump Just Back Medicare Coverage for CBD? Truth Social Post Fuels Cannabis Debate first appeared on High Times.</p>

Is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome Real? If So, Should It Be on Warning Labels? Cannabis has long been celebrated as a medicine for nausea, from cancer patients using it during chemotherapy to everyday users who swear by its stomach-settling powers.  That’s why the idea that cannabis itself could cause unrelenting bouts of nausea and vomiting once seemed absurd. Yet over the past two decades, doctors have identified a condition <p>The post Is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome Real? If So, Should It Be on Warning Labels? first appeared on High Times.</p>

Four Ways Trump Could Change Weed Laws Without Congress Rescheduling is not quite off the table, but Trump could still reshape cannabis policy via executive action in four key ways. <p>The post Four Ways Trump Could Change Weed Laws Without Congress first appeared on High Times.</p>

Here’s How Much Your Old ‘High Times’ Issues May Be Worth From first-print identifiers to grading standards and signed copies, here’s what actually moves prices for High Times collectors. <p>The post Here’s How Much Your Old ‘High Times’ Issues May Be Worth first appeared on High Times.</p>

Cracking the Code to California Cannabis Success: Power Players Meet In Anaheim Event, Oct 8 IgniteIt’s Market Spotlight returns to Anaheim Oct 8, bringing California cannabis leaders together. High Times joins as speaker and media partner. <p>The post Cracking the Code to California Cannabis Success: Power Players Meet In Anaheim Event, Oct 8 first appeared on High Times.</p>

Looking to Take Your Cannabis Business Global? This South Florida Conference Is Where It Happens, Oct 2–3 Looking to take your cannabis business global? Join CLAB’s South Florida conference Oct 2–3. Use code HIGH20 for discounted tickets. <p>The post Looking to Take Your Cannabis Business Global? This South Florida Conference Is Where It Happens, Oct 2–3 first appeared on High Times.</p>

New York Dispensaries Beat the State in Court and Get to Stay Open (for Now) Dispensaries win in New York court. A judge blocked closures, letting 150+ licensed cannabis shops, most equity-owned, keep serving. <p>The post New York Dispensaries Beat the State in Court and Get to Stay Open (for Now) first appeared on High Times.</p>

This Is What We Mean When We Say ‘Legalize It’ The intersection between cannabis prohibitionism and police brutality It’s 7 pm on a Friday, and I’ve been walking home for the past half hour or so. I’m on the homestretch, and I can see my favourite fast food joint in the distance.  I ran in the morning, cleaned the house, and stopped by a friend’s <p>The post This Is What We Mean When We Say ‘Legalize It’ first appeared on High Times.</p>

Steel Your Cannabis Crops Against Iron Deficiency Iron deficiencies in cannabis crops can be caused by many triggers.

Debunking Pot Potency Hysteria: The Truth About ‘Super-Strong’ Weed NORML’s Paul Armentano dismantles prohibitionist myths about high-THC cannabis, showing why potency fears are overblown and regulation works. <p>The post Debunking Pot Potency Hysteria: The Truth About ‘Super-Strong’ Weed first appeared on High Times.</p>

Is the THC % Game Rigged? Walk into almost any dispensary today and you’ll hear it: “This one’s testing at 32%.” Budtenders pitch high-THC flower as if it were golden nuggets, consumers rush to grab the jars with the highest numbers, and brands plaster the percentage like a badge of honor. In today’s market, potency percentages aren’t just a selling point—they’ve <p>The post Is the THC % Game Rigged? first appeared on High Times.</p>

Argentina to Host International B2B Cannabis Forum This October Argentina hosts the first Global CannaForum on Oct. 15, uniting cannabis leaders, investors, and policymakers in Buenos Aires. <p>The post Argentina to Host International B2B Cannabis Forum This October first appeared on High Times.</p>

Rick Doblin, David Nutt and More Global Psychedelics Leaders Gather in Latin America for LaPsyConf 2025 For the first time, Latin America will host a gathering of the world’s leading minds in psychedelics, mental health, and longevity. On October 8–10, Buenos Aires will become the stage for LaPsyConf, a three-day conference bringing together scientists, regulators, entrepreneurs, and investors to explore the future of therapeutic innovation. Psychedelics at the Center of a <p>The post Rick Doblin, David Nutt and More Global Psychedelics Leaders Gather in Latin America for LaPsyConf 2025 first appeared…

Trump Claims Tylenol Causes Autism: Here’s the (Lack of) Evidence Trump claims to have identified the root of autism: according to him, the use of acetaminophen—also known as paracetamol, or by its most familiar U.S. brand name, Tylenol—during pregnancy is responsible. But does science back this claims? <p>The post Trump Claims Tylenol Causes Autism: Here’s the (Lack of) Evidence first appeared on High Times.</p>

A Specter Haunting Asia: What Is Etomidate, or ‘Zombie Juice,’ and Why It’s Alarming Authorities Kpods, space oil, laughing gas, zombie juice or etomidate is often presented in electronic vaporizers these are easily obtained through social media and encrypted messaging platforms in Asia, where they are bought by an alarmingly young user base. <p>The post A Specter Haunting Asia: What Is Etomidate, or ‘Zombie Juice,’ and Why It’s Alarming Authorities first appeared on High Times.</p>

Massachusetts Initiative Petition to Kill Adult-Use Market Leads CBT’s Top Stories in September The petition for the 2026 ballot would end a $1.6-billion market. Federal bills to deschedule and to block rescheduling also led the top stories.

Latinas in Cannabis Summit Returns to Los Angeles for 3rd Annual Event High Times partners with the 3rd Annual Latinas in Cannabis Summit in Los Angeles, a celebration of culture, empowerment, and cannabis. <p>The post Latinas in Cannabis Summit Returns to Los Angeles for 3rd Annual Event first appeared on High Times.</p>

Cannabis Advertising Compliance 2026: Strategies That Scale Learn how to gain a competitive advantage by navigating the evolving rules of cannabis digital advertising and seizing the latest opportunities.

High Tide Opening 3 Canna Cabana Dispensaries Across Ontario, Alberta The cannabis company’s new retail facilities expand its footprint to 210 stores across Canada.

Grow Better Weed With Living Soil and Microbes Grow better weed with living soil and microbes—the hidden biology that fuels healthy plants, stickier buds, and louder terps. <p>The post Grow Better Weed With Living Soil and Microbes first appeared on High Times.</p>

High Times Cannabis Cup New York: 3 Weeks Left To Sign Up The countdown is on: there are just three weeks left to sign up for the High Times Cannabis Cup New York: People’s Choice Edition 2025, the largest People’s Choice Cup in High Times history. This year’s competition is recreational only. All products must be licensed by New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and comply <p>The post High Times Cannabis Cup New York: 3 Weeks Left To Sign Up first appeared on High Times.</p>

Texas Senator Who Pushed Hemp THC Ban Now Trying to Interject in Governor’s Executive Order Sen. Charles Perry asked a pair of state agencies to issue emergency rules to include total THC in the definition of hemp and prohibit THCA flower.