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Texas Lawmakers File Record Number Of Bills Relating To Marijuana
A record number of marijuana-related bills introduced in the Texas Legislature have reform advocates optimistic.
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A record number of marijuana-related bills introduced in the Texas Legislature have reform advocates optimistic.
It may not surprise you to know that some people are doing their holiday shopping at marijuana dispensaries.
A new study involved 50 nursing mothers who were using pot and provided breast milk samples to researchers.
Michigan has added several medical conditions to the state's list of ailments which qualify for a medical marijuana prescription. The list now includes arthritis, autism, chronic pain and more.
"It might not work," said Manolo Banda, whose daughter has seizures. "But I think as a parent you want to exhaust all options."
Federal officials say Oklahoma residents with medical marijuana cards will be barred from obtaining gun permits after voters recently approved the medical use of the drug.
Oklahoma State Question 788, the result of an activist-led signature drive launched more than two years ago, makes it legal to grow, sell and use marijuana for medicinal purposes.
A new report finds that legalizing and taxing marijuana boosts revenue for state and local governments, but not by much.
A Texas university has fired a baseball coach there for telling a high school player from Colorado that the team doesn't recruit from the state because players there fail drug tests.
Most employers screen job applicants for marijuana use, even in states where it's legal for medical and recreational use. That has some experts arguing that the practice is a waste of time.
Oscar Wilkens had his first seizure when he was 5-months-old.
State Representative Stephanie Klick, from North Richland Hills, is widely credited with pushing through the current law, but she said she wasn't always in favor of medical marijuana.
State-sanctioned medical marijuana is now available for purchase. It has been for weeks, but Know Medical, the first licensed dispensary to hit the market, says it's still waiting on its first order.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has rescinded a policy that paved the way for legalized marijuana to flourish across the country, creating confusion about enforcement and use.
Texas is the last big state to allow some form of medical marijuana, albeit an oil extract so low in the psychoactive component, THC, that it couldn't get a person high.
California's legal marijuana market is taking shape. The state has issued the first batch of business licenses to sell and transport recreational-use pot, just 18 days before legal sales will begin on January 1.
People anxious to relieve suffering in their pets are increasingly turning to oils and powders that contain CBDs, a non-psychoactive component of marijuana.
In March, Los Angeles voters cleared the way for recreational marijuana sales to begin next year, but it's taken months to work out the fine print.
Compassionate Cultivation received its license to dispense the drug October 31, making the second company to qualify.
Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns believes that the NBA should permit medical marijuana. He raised the issue when asked what he would change about the league if he were in charge.
Two years after lawmakers legalized the drug for epilepsy patients, the state has licensed a company operating out of Florida as Knox Medical to dispense the drug.
Women with menstrual cramps in one U.S. state could have a new option for easing their monthly pains: medical marijuana.
Some states that have legalized marijuana are encouraging minorities to enter the cannabis industry after years of drug enforcement that had a disproportionate effect on black and Hispanic communities.
Next week, Texas lawmakers are expected to debate a bill that would decriminalize marijuana in the state.
To help their sick animals, some pet owners are turning to an alternative medicine that many humans use to treat their own pain and illness: marijuana.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
So who's telling the truth about conditions inside Dallas County's Juvenile Justice Center?
Friday and Saturday look dry and hot.
Two sisters from Butler say they're still in shock nearly a week after witnessing the Trump rally shooting.
Anyone flying dreads a delay, which is why the FAA wants to explain what causes them.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
So who's telling the truth about conditions inside Dallas County's Juvenile Justice Center?
The purpose of what was supposed to be a 30-45 minute flight was to check the installation of new avionics equipment.
Earlier this week, police released dashcam and aerial videos of the moment on July 11 when officers shot the suspect.
Friday and Saturday look dry and hot.
A North Texas man managed to track down his wife's stolen car, leading police to an apparent chop shop.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
Two sisters from Butler say they're still in shock nearly a week after witnessing the Trump rally shooting.
Dobbs was an early and vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump during his candidacy for the White House in 2020 and throughout his presidency.
Trump would also lead Harris. Voters say both Biden and Trump encouraged national unity after assassination attempt against Trump.
July is on track to see the fifth consecutive monthly drop in migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
The RoughRiders was the first sports team in Frisco and laid the foundation for future development.
Caitlin Clark broke the WNBA record for assists in a game in the Fever's 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Friday and Saturday will be dry and hot, with increasing rain chances on Sunday, and even better rain prospects on Monday and Tuesday.
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Southwest Key, the largest housing provider for unaccompanied children at the border, alleging sexual abuse and harassment by supervisors.
Former President Donald Trump said he would only talk about his very public near-death experience once because it was too painful to tell. He thanked the Secret Service members who jumped on him to protect him and said God was on his side. Trump said while on the ground, he could see how concerned his supporters were, which led to a moment many of them have said they will never forget.
Drawing on biblical concepts, Texas politicians reacted to the shooting by saying the former president is chosen to rule.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink discusses poll numbers in the presidential race, multiple reports that President Biden might drop out, the uphill battle if he doesn't, and who may replace him as the Democratic Party nominee if he does.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.