Medical marijuana users cannot own guns, law says; under federal law, users will have to choose
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While medical marijuana becomes legal in Kentucky today, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and…
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The cannabis vote: Cities and counties in NKY that put the medicial cannabis decision on ballot passed them
Staff report Medical marijuana was on the ballot as Kentucky counties and cities left the decision whether to opt out…
Gov. Andy Beshear pens letter to DEA in support of easing federal restrictions on marijuana
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Anne Milgram, administrator for the U.S. Drug Enforcement…
Kenton County Mayors group discusses new state legislation for medical marijuana, planning ahead
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County Mayors gathered at the Edgewood Liberty Hall to discuss the latest information…
Covington commission starts discussion about legalizing sale of medical marijuana; other business
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The issue is coming up at the Covington commission meetings, so it might as well…
Kenton Mayor’s group discusses still-changing rules on medical marijuana — in anticipation the new law
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County mayors gathered Saturday morning to discuss the latest news in state requirements for…
Beshear administration seeks to expand medical cannabis program to include additional conditions
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Beshear administration is seeking to expand the list of conditions that qualify for using…
Governor Beshear provides update on Kentucky’s preparation for medical cannabis legalization
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Medical marijuana will not be legal in Kentucky until Jan. 1, 2025, but during a…
Kenton Mayor’s group discusses ramifications of medical marijuana as ‘it isn’t going to go away’
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Erlanger mayor Jessica Fette brought up a subject at the Kenton County Mayor’s group…
Sen. Chris McDaniel: With veto period upon us, a look at some lesser-known legislation before Governor
The veto period is upon us, and numerous bills are now on the Governor’s desk awaiting his action. The Governor…
Republican Kentucky gubernatorial candidate Ryan Quarles endorses legalizing medical marijuana
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Republican Gubernatorial candidate Ryan Quarles vowed to work to legalize medical marijuana in Kentucky during…
Beshear signs executive order allowing Kyians with severe medical conditions to legally use cannabis
In an effort to reduce Kentuckians’ reliance on addictive opioids and to provide them relief from pain, Gov. Andy Beshear…
Work on Kentucky’s medical marijuana program continues, with or without General Assembly
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Work on establishing a medical marijuana program in Kentucky is continuing to advance on two…
As people from around region flock to neighboring states open to cannabis, Kentucky remains closed
By Becca Schimmel Ohio Valley ReSource Tourists come from far and wide to see the 15-foot Superman standing with hands…
Jim Higdon: Gov. Beshear could legalize medical marijuana with a game of constitutional chicken
Gov. Andy Beshear is the first governor in the history of Kentucky to call for legalizing cannabis. Following the failure…
Beshear considering executive action on medical marijuana in wake if legislature’s failure to act
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear said with the General Assembly’s inaction on medical marijuana legislation in Kentucky…
High-profile bills still awaiting final action in General Assembly include two on gaming, medical marijuana
By Tom Loftus Kentucky Today Kentucky lawmakers began their 10-day veto recess on Thursday and will return to Frankfort on April…
Medical marijuana bill gains steam; committee sends to House for consideration this week
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today Sen. Whitney Westerfield understands the many reasons to be afraid of the medical marijuana bill…
Groups opposed to medical marijuana gather at Capitol; Moser offers alternative for more research
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Representatives from Kentucky public health, law enforcement, and other groups gathered at the State Capitol…
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky raises issues on child protections and legalizing medical marijuana
Several steps can be taken to reduce the risks to children and other vulnerable populations that may result from legalizing…
This week at the Capitol: Honoring Charles Young during Black History Month, bills that advanced
By Robert Weber Legislative Research Commission Highlights of the legislative week typically occur in the historic Senate and House chambers,…
Medical marijuana bill passes easily out of committee and is going to House; Rep. Moser is lone dissenter
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation to legalize medical marijuana in Kentucky easily won passage in a House committee on…
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