New Jersey

Pablo Zuanic, managing partner at Zuanic & Associates, is a featured speaker at Benzinga’s Cannabis Market Spotlight event in New Jersey on June 17, 2024. Zuanic, known for his detailed analysis of the cannabis and psychedelics markets, brings valuable perspectives on current trends and...

In an act of protest, activists in New Jersey recently made headlines by planting 40 cannabis seedlings directly on the State House lawn. This deliberate act was meant to challenge the state’s ban on home cultivation, a felony under current law. The demonstration quickly drew the attention...

Suzan Nickelson marks a historic milestone in New Jersey as the first black woman to own and operate a cannabis dispensary. Holistic Solutions, established under her leadership in Waterford, NJ, is the culmination of her successful bid in the state’s 2019 medicinal dispensary licensing...

The Cannabist Company, renowned for its artisan-quality cannabis products, has extended its reach into New Jersey. This move builds on its recent successful partnership with Revelry Herb Co., which has already seen the brand expand into other key East Coast markets, including Maryland, Ohio,...

In recent years, New Jersey has emerged as a major player in the cannabis industry. According to the state’s official site, its market has reached a milestone of over $2 billion in total sales since 2018, when Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order to ease medical cannabis regulations...

In an industry where the ground is as fertile as it is competitive, Quality Roots has become a thriving company, much like the cannabis it retails. Spearheaded by CEO Aric Klar, the company’s journey from inception to becoming a shining light in cannabis retail is a story of organic growth,...

An earthquake that started in Tewksbury, New Jersey and rippled across the tri-state area had plenty of metropolitans nervous, with New York Governor Kathy Hochul issuing a swift response. What Happened: According to Earthquake.usgs.gov, the quake’s magnitude registered between 4.7 and 4.8 on...

Speculation over federal descheduling sent cannabis stocks soaring on Friday, following a tweet by renowned hedge fund manager Doug Kass, who hinted that the DEA is poised to reclassify cannabis to Schedule III. This buzz comes at a time when the cannabis industry in the northeastern United States...

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has indicated that he might vote for President Joe Biden in the forthcoming election, while categorically stating that he will not support former President Donald Trump. What Happened: Christie, a Republican, has not pledged his support to Biden, but has...

New Jersey has set a significant precedent by becoming the first state to require the recycling of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This new legislation, which will come into effect in January 2027, places the responsibility for EV battery recycling primarily on the manufacturers of these batteries...

This article was originally published on MG Magazine and appears here with permission. New Jersey added fifty-seven licensed, operational dispensaries in 2023, the first full year of adult-use legalization in the state. When adult-use legislation went into effect in April 2022, only twenty-two...

Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and his spouse are pushing for separate trials in the bribery allegations they’re contesting in a New York court. The duo was indicted last autumn for aiding New Jersey businessmen in return for bribes. What Happened:  The New Jersey...

A recent launch of Elon Musk‘s Starlink satellites spurred UFO concerns among New Jersey residents, the New York Post reported. Locals were startled on Saturday night when they observed several lights moving in a straight line across the sky, prompting speculations about potential...

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy On Friday berated former Governor Chris Christie for blocking the Gateway tunnel project linking New York and New Jersey. What Happened: Murphy, in an interview during NBC’s “Meet the Press,” criticized Christie for what he...

Last week, pop diva Taylor Swift performed at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, as part of The Eras Tour. While Swift has amassed a massive fan base across the country, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has especially shown an extraordinary love for...