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High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Psychosis as Industry Faces ScrutinyScience & Research

High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Psychosis as Industry Faces Scrutiny

New research links high-potency cannabis to increased psychosis rates, forcing the legal cannabis industry to reckon with public health concerns as THC concentrations in products far exceed historical levels.

Feb 23, 2026
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Cannabist Company Extends Debt Forbearance Through February 2025Business

Cannabist Company Extends Debt Forbearance Through February 2025

The Cannabist Company extends its forbearance agreement with senior noteholders to February 2025, buying time for debt restructuring as the MSO navigates financial challenges affecting the broader cannabis industry.

Feb 23, 2026
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Study of 400,000+ Teens Links Cannabis Use to Psychosis Risk

New JAMA study tracking 400,000+ adolescents finds those who used cannabis as teens showed higher rates of psychosis, depression, and anxiety in adulthood, raising questions for regulators and industry.

Feb 23, 2026
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Illinois Cannabis Revenue Drops 13% as Price Competition IntensifiesBusiness

Illinois Cannabis Revenue Drops 13% as Price Competition Intensifies

Illinois cannabis sales fell 13% to $1.5B in 2024 even as unit sales hit 58M items, highlighting intensifying price competition in the maturing market.

Feb 23, 2026
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Green Thumb Industries Secures $50M in Additional Senior DebtBusiness

Green Thumb Industries Secures $50M in Additional Senior Debt

Green Thumb Industries secured an additional $50 million in senior debt financing, expanding its existing credit facility as the multi-state operator continues national growth.

Feb 23, 2026
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Canada's Cannabis Market Hits C$503.7M in December Sales RecordBusiness

Canada's Cannabis Market Hits C$503.7M in December Sales Record

Canada's legal cannabis market hit a record C$503.7 million in December sales, up 5.3% from November, according to Statistics Canada data. The milestone reflects continued growth in the mature market despite ongoing industry challenges.

Feb 22, 2026
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Nebraska Panel Backs Funding Plan for New Cannabis CommissionLegislation

Nebraska Panel Backs Funding Plan for New Cannabis Commission

Nebraska lawmakers unanimously advanced funding measures for the state's new Medical Cannabis Commission, including commissioner salaries and application fee authority, as the state moves to implement its voter-approved medical marijuana program.

Feb 22, 2026
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Missouri House Votes to Ban Hemp-Derived THC ProductsLegislation

Missouri House Votes to Ban Hemp-Derived THC Products

Missouri House passes bill banning hemp-derived THC sales, mirroring federal restrictions from December spending package. Legislation now heads to Senate.

Feb 22, 2026
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