New Jersey

A New Jersey teenager flunked his driver's test—allegedly not for how he drove, but for what he drove. What Happened: High school junior Lochlan Keefer used his family's Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) Model Y during his May 16 driver's training road test in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. But a state examiner failed...

New Jersey is taking a major step forward in its cannabis industry with the official launch of its consumption lounge licensing process. The state's Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) began accepting applications for on-site consumption areas on January 2, 2025, allowing businesses to create...

The Garden State’s cannabis industry will take center stage at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight on March 4, 2025, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott in Somerset. This event aims to delve into New Jersey‘s burgeoning cannabis market, offering insights into retail...

The cannabis scene in New Jersey is heating up, and Benzinga is right at the center of the action. On March 4, 2025, the Cannabis Market Spotlight: New Jersey lands at Delta Hotels by Marriott in Somerset, NJ, gathering a powerhouse lineup of investors, regulators and entrepreneurs ready to dissect...

On Thursday, Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) called out the Pentagon for allegedly hiding information about unidentified drones spotted near military locations in New Jersey. What Happened: The representative said, “We aren't being told the truth.” He went on to say in a Fox News interview...

“It takes a village to do anything great in life,” says NBA star turned cannabis entrepreneur Al Harrington in an exclusive interview with Benzinga Cannabis, repeating a mantra that has guided him throughout his career. As he reflects on the recent opening of Village Dispensary in...

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed Senate Bill No. 3235 into law, introducing strict regulations for intoxicating hemp products, including Delta-8 THC and THC-infused beverages. The bill, which places these products under the purview of the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC), marks...

As regulatory scrutiny intensifies around Delta-8 THC, industry experts are raising concerns about its impact on both the cannabis and hemp markets. Beau Whitney, founder and chief economist at Whitney Economics, who will speak at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, sheds...

As Delta-8 THC continues to gain popularity, the debate over its regulation is intensifying, with both the alcohol and cannabis industries watching closely. Anthony Coniglio, CEO of NewLake Capital Partners and upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference speaker, weighed in on the implications...

Florida's Four New Cannabis Stores Even though recent Florida polls showed differing perspectives on the level of support for the state's ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana, cannabis companies continue to ramp up their retail footprint statewide. Cannabis giant Curaleaf Holdings...

The ongoing debate surrounding Delta-8 THC regulation in New Jersey has ignited tensions between the alcohol and cannabis industries. With recent legislation allowing liquor stores to sell hemp-derived beverages, questions are emerging about how this will impact both sectors. Delta-8 THC’s...

New Jersey's recent decision to permit liquor stores to sell Delta 8 THC drinks has created a stir within the cannabis industry. This change introduces new challenges for cannabis dispensaries and raises questions about product safety and market fairness. Isaac Bock, the managing director at...

Too many dispensaries can be a bad thing. That’s according to a panel of experts, who gathered for “Retail in the Garden State: The Municipal Control Effect” at the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight on Monday (June 17) in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Municipalities often see...

The adage “location, location, location” isn’t just something company bosses say when scouting real estate — especially in the cannabis sector. Picking the right space to grow, cultivate, sell and move products can make or break a brand. And for Verano Holdings Corp. (OTCQX:VRNOF...

In New Jersey, the cannabis industry faces unique challenges due to the existence of dual supply chains for medical and recreational use. This regulatory split complicates operations, affecting businesses from seed to sale. The Challenge of Separate Regulations Susanna Short, a cannabis industry...