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Former Marine charged in 'Cathouse' star's death
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ksro - Drug paraphernalia and about seven grams of marijuana were recovered from the scene. (Fri Nov 20 15:19:03 2009 PST) [also chron5236, kdbc4027]

UPS driver arrested in connection to suspicious package
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ocala - (US) OCALA - A joint investigation between officials from Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area resulted in the arrest of a package delivery driver on Friday shortly before noon, according to officials. Inside, agen... (Fri Nov 20 15:19:03 2009 PST)

'Big Brother' winner seeks bail in Mass. drug case
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ocala - (US) Adam Jasinski was charged last month with attempting to sell 2000 pills of oxycodone. (Fri Nov 20 15:19:03 2009 PST)

TOP: Argument over quality of marijuana led to stabbing, victim tells police - News from The Post-Standard -
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syracuse - (US) A Syracuse man told police he was trying to buy some marijuana Thursday night. (Fri Nov 20 15:15:42 2009 PST)

TOP: Tulsa World: Police: Teenage gunman jailed after drug-related killing
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tulsaworld - (US) Tulsa World: Police: Teenage gunman jailed after drug-related killing A high school student who is accused of shooting a man to death during a drug deal was arrested Wednesday night in connection with the midday slaying. (Fri Nov 20 15:10:29 2009 PST)

Teen pleads guilty in murder of Border Patrol agent shot 8 times, including 4 ...
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grandforksherald - (US) His death sparked a massive search by authorities on both sides of the border in a mountainous area strewn with white boulders that is popular with illegal immigrants and marijuana smugglers. (Fri Nov 20 15:06:18 2009 PST)

Garrard firefighter sentenced to 10 years for stealing thousands
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kentucky - (US) Tullar also entered an Alford plea in September to one count of cultivation of more than five marijuana plants found on his property. ... (Fri Nov 20 15:06:18 2009 PST)

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TOP: Son of city police sergeant arrested, marijuana seized in raid -- baltimoresun.com
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baltimoresun - (US) Marijuana seized in city raid The 21-year-old son of a Baltimore police sergeant was arrested Thursday night after officers raided the family's rowhouse on North Luzerne Avenue and found a half-pound of marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 14:22:51 2009 PST)

US customs seize 316000 bongs shipped from China
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belfasttelegraph - (Netherlands) She said it is illegal to import or export drug paraphernalia in the United States. (Thu Nov 19 23:49:40 2009 PST)

Canadian man busted for marijuana
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chinapost.com.tw - A Canadian man was arrested yesterday for drug-trafficking and growing marijuana in his residence in Taichung. (Thu Nov 19 17:49:30 2009 PST)

Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries
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examiner - Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner. (Thu Nov 19 17:39:31 2009 PST) [also examiner15377]

NJ Weedman Celebrates Victorious Ruling for Medical Marijuana Community
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live-pr - (Austria) "We are living in the midst of a 'reefer revolution' and I am happy to be a part of it. There is even more reason to celebrate. NJWeedman achieved cult status and media notoriety when he was arrested for smoking the sacred herb in front of the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. (Wed Nov 18 21:39:22 2009 PST)

Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393
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examiner - Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. (Wed Nov 18 16:40:36 2009 PST)

The Durango Telegraph - The independent weekly line on Durango and Beyond
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durangotelegraph - (US) Locals find relief with medical marijuana is setting root in Durango. Law enforcement and municipal and county governments are beginning to accept the volumes of testimony from patients and health providers that this ancient herb is indeed a palliative if not a curative. (Wed Nov 18 16:40:36 2009 PST)

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DEA Still Erroneously Citing the AMA on Medical Marijuana
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reason - DEA Still Erroneously Citing the AMA on Medical Marijuana - Hit & Run : Reason Magazine DEA Still Erroneously Citing the AMA on Medical Marijuana DEA Still Er... (Fri Nov 20 15:19:03 2009 PST)

Scanner report
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edhat - (US) The medical marijuana issue and that should not even be an issue people should be able to get all their medications in the pharmacy not have 20 stores in one town catering to one group. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST)

Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops
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reuters - (US) Hundreds of pot shops have sprung up in the last couple of years across Los Angeles. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST) [also in.reuters4880, publicbroadcasting.net12026, publicbroadcasting.net11573, publicbroadcasting.net11670, publicbroadcasting.net11607, publicbroadcasting.net12245, publicbroadcasting.net11562, new.wsau8877, new.wkzo8888, postchronicle6537, abcnews.go4330, uk.reuters4221]

Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops
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nationalpost - (Canada) Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops LOS A... (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST)

Summit Ski Resorts Say No To Med. Marijuana
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cbs4denver - (US) The county is considering tough new regulations on medical marijuana dispensaries barring them from mixed-use buildings. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST)

Moderate Democrats Pivotal in Saturday Health Care Vote
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flatheadbeacon - (US) In Montana, Medical Marijuana Law Creates Dilemma In Montana, Medical Marijuana Law Creates Dilemma (Fri Nov 20 14:36:05 2009 PST)

Medical-marijuana price hikes from too many regulations worry Denver councilman
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blogs.westword - Denver city councilman Chris Nevitt is focusing on the practical questions that arise from the issue. dispensary food products that contain marijuana But he wants to make sure rules placed on medical-marijuana purveyors aren't so onerous that they cause precipitous price increases . (Fri Nov 20 13:39:14 2009 PST)

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Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops
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reuters - (US) Hundreds of pot shops have sprung up in the last couple of years across Los Angeles. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST) [also in.reuters4880, publicbroadcasting.net12026, publicbroadcasting.net11573, publicbroadcasting.net11670, publicbroadcasting.net11607, publicbroadcasting.net12245, publicbroadcasting.net11562, new.wsau8877, new.wkzo8888, postchronicle6537, abcnews.go4330, uk.reuters4221]

Summit Ski Resorts Say No To Med. Marijuana
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cbs4denver - (US) The county is considering tough new regulations on medical marijuana dispensaries barring them from mixed-use buildings. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST)

Michigan opens Cannabis College
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network.nationalpost - (Canada) If marijuana is going to be legal for medicinal use. (Fri Nov 20 12:49:18 2009 PST)

LEGALIZING POT -- AND HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL
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blogs.redding - (US) HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL LEGALIZING POT . HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL They focus in on marijuana. Is the introduction of a bill by Assembly member Tom Ammiano to legalize sales of the drug across the board. (Fri Nov 20 12:39:39 2009 PST)

Yreka bans marijuana dispensaries
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siskiyoudaily - (US) Ending by stating that he is in full support of a moratorium and ban on dispensaries. Simmen stated that while he is against having dispensaries in Yreka. (Fri Nov 20 11:42:20 2009 PST)

Mile Highs and Lows: Walking Raven Dispensary
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blogs.westword - Marijuana dispensaries of all types and sizes are proliferating around the state Some resemble swanky bars or sterile dentist offices. (Fri Nov 20 10:39:39 2009 PST)

Springs doctor given probation for selling narcotics
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gazette - CO Springs doctor given probation for selling narcotics New ICE office coming to Colorado Springs Springs doctor given probation for selling narcotics Grigg was sentenced Thursday to serve five years probation and 180 days in-home detention for illegally distributing prescription narcotic drugs. (Fri Nov 20 09:40:14 2009 PST)

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Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393
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examiner - Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. (Wed Nov 18 16:40:36 2009 PST) [also examiner9965, examiner14112, examiner15073]

Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell will support a well crafted medical marijuana bill
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examiner - Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. "If the legislature sends him a well crafted medical marijuana bill Governor Rendell said he will sign it.". (Wed Nov 18 15:40:30 2009 PST)

TOP: Seattle Post-Intelligencer: P-I Account Services
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seattlepi - Richard Nixon and national marijuana policy Seattle 911: A primer: How not to get caught with 15 pounds of pot The Big Blog: Why were there naked cyclists at Hempfest? (Tue Nov 17 15:08:30 2009 PST)

Baby Boomers find growing public acceptance of marijuana use
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dailytidings - (US) Baby Boomers find growing public acceptance of marijuana use ! DailyTidings.com Baby Boomers find growing public acceptance of marijuana use They are upright citizens. Good parents who are holding down jobs. Who is among baby boomers finding more acceptance for their use of marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 12:40:59 2009 PST)

Baby Boomers Find Growing Public Acceptance
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timesrecordnews - (US) Cannabis is a smaller deal. Pot is fun.". Some of those users are empty-nesters. Have used pot all along. Some older marijuana users say they are living evidence that smoking pot does not preclude a normal life. (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)

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Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops
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reuters - (US) Hundreds of pot shops have sprung up in the last couple of years across Los Angeles. (Fri Nov 20 14:41:50 2009 PST) [also publicbroadcasting.net12026, publicbroadcasting.net11573, publicbroadcasting.net11670, publicbroadcasting.net11607, publicbroadcasting.net12245, publicbroadcasting.net11562, new.wsau8877, new.wkzo8888, postchronicle6537]

TOP: Son of city police sergeant arrested, marijuana seized in raid -- baltimoresun.com
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baltimoresun - (US) Marijuana seized in city raid The 21-year-old son of a Baltimore police sergeant was arrested Thursday night after officers raided the family's rowhouse on North Luzerne Avenue and found a half-pound of marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 14:22:51 2009 PST)

TOP: Hair tests beat urine in nabbing workplace drug users - USATODAY.com
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usatoday - (US) Friday will release hair data for the first time that show that in the first half of 2009 cocaine was found in three of every 1000 urine tests performed on job applicants and employees. (Fri Nov 20 14:00:28 2009 PST)

Medical-marijuana price hikes from too many regulations worry Denver councilman
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blogs.westword - Denver city councilman Chris Nevitt is focusing on the practical questions that arise from the issue. dispensary food products that contain marijuana But he wants to make sure rules placed on medical-marijuana purveyors aren't so onerous that they cause precipitous price increases . (Fri Nov 20 13:39:14 2009 PST)

ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of ...
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kfsm - (US) ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of crystal meth use - KFSM ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of crystal meth use LONDON (AP) —. (Fri Nov 20 13:21:45 2009 PST)

LEGALIZING POT -- AND HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL
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blogs.redding - (US) HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL LEGALIZING POT . HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL They focus in on marijuana. Is the introduction of a bill by Assembly member Tom Ammiano to legalize sales of the drug across the board. (Fri Nov 20 12:39:39 2009 PST)

Students study how to grow marijuana at cannabis college - Collegenews.
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collegenews - Where students are taught how to grow cannabis. Whose existence is possible because of Michigan becoming the 14th state in the U.S. to legalize medicinal marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 10:39:39 2009 PST)

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TOP: Son of city police sergeant arrested, marijuana seized in raid -- baltimoresun.com
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baltimoresun - (US) Marijuana seized in city raid The 21-year-old son of a Baltimore police sergeant was arrested Thursday night after officers raided the family's rowhouse on North Luzerne Avenue and found a half-pound of marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 14:22:51 2009 PST)

One toke over the line?
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gjfreepress - (US) Jim Spehar was never much good at rolling his own but his bad back and aging knee bother him and he hears it's not that difficult to obtain cannabis comfort. (Fri Nov 20 00:40:15 2009 PST)

It's the new GREEN industry
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citizentelegram - (US) Three medical marijuana dispensaries are now open. Making Rifle quite the green scene Three medical marijuana dispensaries are now open. (Thu Nov 19 07:49:35 2009 PST)

"Bowls, Weeds, and Joints," a new residence hall anti-marijuana seminar
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keystoneonline - Joints.b The goal of the program was to educate students on how terrible marijuana is. (Wed Nov 18 20:43:22 2009 PST)

AMA supports medical marijuana studies, does not support current state programs
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mtshastanews - (US) The AMA is also recommending that physicians be protected from prosecution for recommending marijuana and that further studies be conducted into marijuana's use as medicine. The AMA is also recommending that physicians be protected from prosecution for recommending marijuana and that further studies be conducted into marijuana's use as medicine. “. The report is careful. The patchwork of state-based syst... (Wed Nov 18 18:39:43 2009 PST)

Bill Moeller Commentary: Sooner or Later, Everyone Stops Smoking
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chronline - (US) The only difference is that the drug, nicotine, is legal, whereas shooting heroin or smoking crack is not. It took years before I realized that I was still as addicted as I was before. I’ve read articles which said that qu... (Wed Nov 18 10:51:01 2009 PST)

Los Angeles joint committee debates medical marijuana dispensaries
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examiner - Los Angeles joint committee debates medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Los Angeles joint committee debates medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner. he intends to prosecute dispensaries that sell medical marijuana even if the city passes an ordinance that City Attor... (Wed Nov 18 00:04:13 2009 PST)

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TOP: Hair tests beat urine in nabbing workplace drug users - USATODAY.com
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usatoday - (US) Friday will release hair data for the first time that show that in the first half of 2009 cocaine was found in three of every 1000 urine tests performed on job applicants and employees. (Fri Nov 20 14:00:28 2009 PST)

14 busted for drugs outside 'Dead' tribute concert
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connpost - (US) Were arrested after police said they seized a large amount of cocaine. (Fri Nov 20 12:49:18 2009 PST)

CANADA: A high to remember - theVARSITY.ca
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thevarsity - The most psychoactive cannabinoid chemical [in marijuana] is tetrahydrocannabinol. (Fri Nov 20 03:39:51 2009 PST)

Men sentenced to 12 and 14 years for transfer of cannabis
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irishtimes - (Ireland) Men sentenced to 12 and 14 years for transfer of cannabis The cannabis resin was found by gardam in 14 boxes split between a Ford Transit van and an Opel Astra car in Browns Barn public house car park. (Thu Nov 19 18:04:34 2009 PST)

Wirral Magistrates Court round-up
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wirralglobe - (UK) CANNABIS: A 27-year-old man who did not pay his rail fare was found to have cannabis resin in his possession. (Thu Nov 19 08:35:16 2009 PST)

Pair sentenced to 12 and 14 years for drugs conspirancy
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breakingnews.iol.ie - (Ireland) The cannabis resin was found by gardaC- in 14 boxes split between a Ford Transit van and an Opel Astra car in Browns Barn Public house car park. (Thu Nov 19 06:03:51 2009 PST)

Chicago man on trial in Buncombe for selling LSD at String Cheese concert
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citizen-times - (US) Chicago man on trial in Buncombe for selling LSD at String Cheese concert ! citizen-times.com ! Asheville Citizen-Times Chicago man on trial in Buncombe for selling LSD at String Cheese concert A Chicago man who authorities say sold LSD to people attending a 2006 String Cheese Incident concert is standing trial on drug trafficking charges. (Wed Nov 18 21:35:20 2009 PST)