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When the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission launched its Social Equity Program, it promised a pathway for groups disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs into the newly legalized cannabis market. But today, social equity operators are finding that getting into the cannabis business is a far cry from the lucrative opportunity it once was.

BOSTON — Looking to sidestep controversy over the Cannabis Control Commission leadership, regulators highlighted the increasing profitability of the industry Thursday while discussing their work to implement a state law

The industry hit a milestone last week, with adult-use retailers generating a cumulative $6 billion in gross revenues since operations began in 2018, Acting CCC Chair Ava Callender Concepcion said

The enrollment period is open for the Cannabis Control Commission's Social Equity Program, which helps marginalized groups succeed in the industry.

According to a Complaint filed on January 26, 2024, in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, Maryland's adult-use cannabis licensing program, which is currently...

Massachusetts set a new record for marijuana purchases in 2023, with December capping the the year off as the best-ever sales month.

Adult-use marijuana establishments in Massachusetts set a new sales record in 2023, exceeding $1.56 billion, the Cannabis Control Commission announced Tuesday.

Bright lights set to the “flowering phase” shine down on approximately 400 cannabis plants,

With all eyes on Germany for cannabis legalization, now is an optimal time for business leaders in the space to take steps to further social equity and restorative justice.

- Property to be Converted to a Cannabis Retail Store Operated by Higher Collective, a Social Equity Joint Venture - - Expands Safe Harbor Financial Social Equity Program - GOLDEN, Colo., Dec. 13,...