Medical marijuana reclassified as less dangerous drug under new order
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
Dispensary owner discusses state of industry in MN
On a day that annually celebrates cannabis culture throughout the world, April 20 – or “420” – FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Adam Hoffman, owner of Sweetleaves recreational dispensary, to discuss a wide range of topics, from federal and state regulations, to current trend and data on youth usage.
On a day that annually celebrates cannabis culture throughout the world, April 20 – or “420” – FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Adam Hoffman, owner of Sweetleaves recreational dispensary, to discuss a wide range of topics, from federal and state regulations, to current trend and data on youth usage.
Marijuana use in Minnesota youth declined in 2025, according to new data
New survey results show youth cannabis use in Minnesota is trending downward, even after being legalized for adults.
New survey results show youth cannabis use in Minnesota is trending downward, even after being legalized for adults.
As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
Minnesota cannabis: Lower-potency edible license applications reopened
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is once again opening the application window for hemp-derived THC business licenses.
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is once again opening the application window for hemp-derived THC business licenses.
New cannabis rules proposed by lawmakers
Minnesota lawmakers are considering changes to cannabis and hemp business regulations this year that could impact the price and availability of cannabis products across Minnesota. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Minnesota lawmakers are considering changes to cannabis and hemp business regulations this year that could impact the price and availability of cannabis products across Minnesota. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Cannabis: Mixed reviews to new rules mingling medical, recreational, hemp
Cannabis and hemp businesses in Minnesota are bracing for new rules that could reshape the industry and spark debate among business owners, lawmakers, and tribal leaders. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Cannabis and hemp businesses in Minnesota are bracing for new rules that could reshape the industry and spark debate among business owners, lawmakers, and tribal leaders. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota cannabis: New rules mixing medical, recreational and hemp operations face mixed reviews
Cannabis and hemp businesses in Minnesota are bracing for new rules that could reshape the industry, sparking debate among business owners, lawmakers and tribal leaders.
Cannabis and hemp businesses in Minnesota are bracing for new rules that could reshape the industry, sparking debate among business owners, lawmakers and tribal leaders.
Cannabis dispensary near Mystic Lake casino set to open on April 11
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community announced its Flame & Flora cannabis dispensary will open in April.
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community announced its Flame & Flora cannabis dispensary will open in April.
Minnesota cannabis: Out-of-state testing extended through May 2027
Gov. Walz has signed a bill that will allow Minnesota hemp businesses to use out-of-state testing labs through May 31, 2027.
Gov. Walz has signed a bill that will allow Minnesota hemp businesses to use out-of-state testing labs through May 31, 2027.
Low-dose vapes, pre-rolls recalled for having too much THC in them
A batch of THC vapes and pre-rolled joints promoted as “low dose" are being recalled for being mislabeled, and actually too strong.
A batch of THC vapes and pre-rolled joints promoted as “low dose" are being recalled for being mislabeled, and actually too strong.
Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Shakopee Mdewakanton to open dispensary across from Mystic Lake Casino
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is launching Flame & Flora this April, a new cannabis dispensary located directly across from Mystic Lake Casino.
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is launching Flame & Flora this April, a new cannabis dispensary located directly across from Mystic Lake Casino.
Minnesota’s first municipal cannabis dispensary opens in Anoka
The government is getting into the marijuana market, with Minnesota's first municipal dispensary opening in Anoka.
The government is getting into the marijuana market, with Minnesota's first municipal dispensary opening in Anoka.
New Hemp product rules delay proposed under Hemp Planting Predictability Act
A growing hemp industry now grappling with a new federal law threatening to make hemp products illegal could soon be back in the green if legislation to amend the new rules is approved.
A growing hemp industry now grappling with a new federal law threatening to make hemp products illegal could soon be back in the green if legislation to amend the new rules is approved.
1,100 MN cannabis businesses have received preliminary approval
Minnesota saw high demand for cannabis business dispensary licenses, and it may be going faster than the market can handle. Nick Halter with Axios Twin Cities joined FOX 9 on Tuesday to talk about the cannabis marketplace in Minnesota.
Minnesota saw high demand for cannabis business dispensary licenses, and it may be going faster than the market can handle. Nick Halter with Axios Twin Cities joined FOX 9 on Tuesday to talk about the cannabis marketplace in Minnesota.
Trump reclassifies cannabis under federal law
President Trump signed an order on Thursday rescheduling cannabis, allowing more access to medical marijuana and easing the restrictions on cannabis research.
President Trump signed an order on Thursday rescheduling cannabis, allowing more access to medical marijuana and easing the restrictions on cannabis research.
Testing requirement could smother MN cannabis business
The testing requirement for recreational cannabis could hurt business, as there are only two testing facilities in the whole state. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
The testing requirement for recreational cannabis could hurt business, as there are only two testing facilities in the whole state. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Hemp businesses in Minnesota struggle with lab bottleneck
Minnesota's hemp industry is grappling with new testing regulations, causing significant concerns among businesses.
Minnesota's hemp industry is grappling with new testing regulations, causing significant concerns among businesses.
Hemp ban impacting CBD products in Minnesota
A ban on hemp-derived products is having an impact on CBD products in Minnesota as labs struggle with a testing backlog.
A ban on hemp-derived products is having an impact on CBD products in Minnesota as labs struggle with a testing backlog.