Legal recreational marijuana sales begin in Delaware
Delaware legalized recreational marijuana in April 2023, and now its first sales will take place more than two years later.
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Delaware legalized recreational marijuana in April 2023, and now its first sales will take place more than two years later.
Six businesses that were involved in medical sales were able to begin their recreational sales at a total of 12 locations, Gov. Matt Meyer's office said.
More than two years after legalizing recreational marijuana, Delaware dispensaries will be able to sell to customers starting Friday.
State Sen. Sharif Street's bill to legalize recreational marijuana has some bipartisan support. It would legalize the drug for anyone 21 and older. Many of Pennsylvania's neighbors, including New Jersey and Delaware, have already legalized adult-use cannabis. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
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Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
Eighteen months ago, Atlantic City established a Green Zone in the business and tourism districts on Atlantic and Pacific avenues, which allowed recreational marijuana businesses to open there.
Score big discounts today on fast food, vaporizers, infusers and more during the unofficial 4/20 marijuana holiday.
While many longitudinal studies on the health impact of inhaling marijuana are still underway, there are "plenty of toxins and tar" in cannabis smoke that can hurt the lungs, an expert said.
State senators from Philadelphia, Delaware and Chester counties are sponsoring a bill to legalize marijuana in the state.
While some believe this will bring in a lot of money for the state, not everyone is on board, including Gov. John Carney.
Howard Monroe reports.
Gov. Carney made it clear he's still not in support of recreational use but says the focus now at the state level needs to go to other issues.
Nikki DeMentri reports.
Delaware is about to become the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana.
One year after New Jersey legalized marijuana, Atlantic City is celebrating the opening of its first recreational pot dispensary on New York Avenue.
Ryan Hughes reports.
Atlantic City is opening its first adult-use marijuana dispensary Thursday coinciding with a 4/20 festival happening across the street.
Ross DiMattei reports.
Ryan Hughes reports.
Curaleaf license to sell recreational marijuana has been renewed in New Jersey following protests by employees and supporters.
House Bill 1 would allow anyone 21 and older to carry one ounce or less of marijuana without being charged.
The bill now heads to Delaware's Senate.
House Bill 1 would allow anyone 21 and older to carry one ounce or less of marijuana without being charged.
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A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York was diverted to Pittsburgh Saturday afternoon. Passengers were forced to evacuate via emergency slides.
Glenside, Pennsylvania, record shop Vinyl Chickie sold items from the late radio legend Pierre Robert's personal vinyl collection.
Family, friends and fellow cyclists gathered in Port Richmond to remember Glenn Colville Jr., a father of three who was killed while riding in a bike lane.
The Roots Picnic is on the move again, and it's heading across the pond to London for its first international edition.
Glenside, Pennsylvania, record shop Vinyl Chickie sold items from the late radio legend Pierre Robert's personal vinyl collection.
Cape May County authorities say pre-K teacher's aide Shaun Stebbins may have abused someone in the Woodbine School District.
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York was diverted to Pittsburgh Saturday afternoon. Passengers were forced to evacuate via emergency slides.
Family, friends and fellow cyclists gathered in Port Richmond to remember Glenn Colville Jr., a father of three who was killed while riding in a bike lane.
Glenside, Pennsylvania, record shop Vinyl Chickie sold items from the late radio legend Pierre Robert's personal vinyl collection.
Drexel Hill Little League players honored the great Jackie Robinson, the man who changed the game of baseball as we know it today.
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Cape May County authorities say pre-K teacher's aide Shaun Stebbins may have abused someone in the Woodbine School District.
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Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
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FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
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The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
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A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
The westbound lanes of Interstate 76 were temporarily blocked in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning after a dump truck caught fire.
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The University of Notre Dame and Villanova will kick off both their men's and women's 2026-2027 basketball seasons with an international game in Rome.
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Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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The late radio legend Pierre Robert’s personal vinyl collection completely sold out at the Glenside, Pennsylvania, record shop Vinyl Chickie. Ross DiMattei reports.
Family, friends and fellow cyclists gathered in Port Richmond to remember Glenn Colville Jr., a father of three who was killed while riding in a bike lane. Eva Andersen reports.
Glenside, Pennsylvania, record shop Vinyl Chickie is selling pieces of late radio legend Pierre Robert's personal vinyl collection. Our Ray Strickland spoke to one man who camped out over 12 hours ahead of time to make sure he was able to get something.
We'll have a mild Saturday with temperatures in the 60s and nearing 70 in spots, though it's a little cooler at the Jersey Shore. Clouds build Saturday night before rain arrives overnight, and sticks around through a good chunk of the day on Sunday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza reports.
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