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May 25, 2016

Virtual Tour: Go Inside D.C.’s Hidden Pot Cultivation Centers

In a new 360° video by the Metropolitan Wellness Center dispensary.

Jun 11, 2015

House Budget Bill Could Harsh D.C.’s Mellow For Future Legal Pot Sales

But marijuana activists are glad that the rider doesn’t go after Initiative 71.

Feb 26, 2015

Marijuana Is Now Legal* In D.C.

Everything you need to know about marijuana legalization in D.C.

Feb 23, 2015

Activists Prepare For Marijuana Legalization To Take Effect

But many questions about regulation remain.

Feb 09, 2015

After Warning From Attorney General, D.C. Council Downgrades Marijuana Hearing

Thanks again, Congress.

Feb 09, 2015

U.S. Drug Czar Says Congress Shouldn’t Interfere With D.C. Marijuana Laws

The D.C. Council will hold a hearing on a marijuana tax and regulate bill this morning.

Dec 10, 2014

Advocates Will Push Back Against Congress’s Attempt To Block Pot Legalization

But Norton says there’s a loophole in the rider’s language that could protect Initiative 71.

Dec 09, 2014

Congressional Deal Could Threaten Pot Taxation And Regulation In D.C.

The rumors are saying that Initiative 71 is safe, but anything beyond that is being threatened by a deal between Democrats and Republicans.

Dec 09, 2014

Congress May Block Marijuana Legalization In D.C., But Advocates Are Ready To Fight

Rumors are floating that some Democrats have struck a deal with House Republicans to block Initiative 71.

Dec 03, 2014

Council Passes Legislation To Ban Pre-Employment Marijuana Testing

It passed as emergency legislation.

 
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