Man released after 31 years for selling pot

Richard DeLisi reunited with his family on Wednesday after serving 31 years of his 90-year sentence for selling marijuana. He was believed to be the longest-serving nonviolent cannabis prisoner.

• Dec 10, 2020
• 00:57

House passes marijuana decriminalization bill

The bill, which decriminalizes marijuana at the federal level, is unlikely to pass in the Republican-controlled Senate.

• Dec 5, 2020

Massive drug bust yields $15 million worth of marijuana

Law enforcement in Connecticut found 1,700 pounds of marijuana when they stopped a U-Haul truck.

• Dec 3, 2020

U.N. agency removes cannabis from most dangerous drug category

A U.N. commission voted to remove cannabis and cannabis resin from a category of the world's most dangerous drugs.

• Dec 2, 2020

How marijuana impacts Black and Brown communities

"Smoke: Marijuana & Black America" looks at how Black and Brown communities are left out of the growing business of cannabis, even though those communities are often on the receiving end of the legal troubles that come with marijuana use. Former NFL player Ricky Williams, who participated in the documentary, joins CBSN to discuss what change is needed.

• Nov 18, 2020
• 08:02

Marijuana legalization is defying the partisan divide

The drug is enjoying broad support among voters in both major parties and almost all regions. But it's still not legal at the federal level.

• Nov 16, 2020

New Jersey voters legalize recreational marijuana

The amendment "legalizes the cultivation, processing, and sale of retail marijuana" for anyone in the state aged 21 and older.

• Nov 4, 2020

Voters to decide ballot initiatives

Washington Post political reporter Dave Weigel spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about some of the initiatives on state ballots this year, including potential new rules for gig economy workers, legalizing marijuana and psychedelic drugs, and removing clauses about slavery and indentured servitude from state constitutions.

• Oct 29, 2020
• 06:09

Jay-Z launches his own cannabis line

Monogram is the music mogul's latest business venture.

• Oct 23, 2020

Jim Belushi, cannabis farmer

The comic actor who became known for his TV, film and stage appearances is cultivating a new role.

• Sep 27, 2020

Barry Petersen shows how far marijuana retailers are going to keep their cash safe

In Colorado, sales of recreational pot have been legal for nearly two months, but federal law still brings a major obstacle: banks won't take the money. Barry Petersen shows how far marijuana retailers are going to keep their cash safe.

• Feb 26, 2014
• 02:57

One Girl Scout's cookies are getting a lot of attention in San Francisco.

One Girl Scout's cookies are getting a lot of attention in San Francisco. As KPIX-TV's Joe Vasquez explains, they're a hot item outside a medical marijuana dispensary.

• Feb 21, 2014
• 01:14

"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the day's headlines from around the globe

"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the day's headlines from around the globe.

• Feb 21, 2014
• 01:01

For now, shops in Colorado are voluntarily testing their own products to keep consumers safe

Since marijuana is illegal under federal law, federal agencies will not test it for contaminants. For now, shops in Colorado are voluntarily testing their own products to keep consumers safe. CBS News' Barry Petersen reports.

• Feb 19, 2014
• 03:04

With marijuana now legal, many people are experimenting with products like "Buds and Roses" and "Jolly Lolly"

Edible marijuana is a growing business in Colorado. With marijuana now legal, many people are experimenting with products like "Buds and Roses" and "Jolly Lolly." And they're learning pot can be potent. Teri Okita reports from Denver on what's for sale, and why not everyone should try it.

• Feb 19, 2014
• 01:10

Dozens of families are moving to Colorado in search of a specialized oil they hope will save their suffering children

Dozens of families are moving to Colorado in search of a specialized oil they hope will save their suffering children. They're pinning their hopes on a promising, but scientifically untested medicine made from marijuana. Teri Okita reports from Denver on what's known as "Charlotte's Web."

• Feb 18, 2014
• 01:35

CBS News contributor Dr. David Agus discusses the continuing debate over the legalization of medical marijuana

CBS News contributor Dr. David Agus joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss the continuing debate over the legalization of medical marijuana.

• Feb 14, 2014
• 02:51

The state of Vermont has seen an almost 800 percent uptick in opiate use since the year 2000, in part because of the state's geography

The state of Vermont has seen an almost 800 percent uptick in opiate use since the year 2000, in part because of the state's geography. Located in the middle of the northeast drug corridor, dealers unload some of their inventory while traveling from Philadelphia to Montreal. Gov. Peter Shumlin is pushing for harsher penalties for dealers and help for addicts. Michelle Miller reports.

• Jan 28, 2014
• 02:48

Barry Petersen reports how a new type of entrepreneur is profiting from it

Tourism is booming in Colorado since the state legalized recreational pot use. Barry Petersen reports how a new type of entrepreneur is profiting from it.

• Jan 24, 2014
• 02:48

President Obama opened up in an interview with The New Yorker

President Obama opened up in an interview with The New Yorker. He discussed legalization of marijuana, government surveillance, the state of al Qaeda and Obamacare. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.

• Jan 20, 2014
• 02:43

A new menu at Hapa Sushi includes marijuana pairings for their dishes

A new menu at Hapa Sushi includes marijuana pairings for their dishes. The menu is a parody but some people didn't think it was a joke. KCNC-TV's Jennifer Brice reports.

• Jan 10, 2014
• 01:19

Manuel Bojorquez reports from Colorado, where sales of recreational marijuana has been legal for a little over a week, and where some stores selling it can't keep it on the shelves

Manuel Bojorquez reports from Colorado, where sales of recreational marijuana has been legal for a little over a week, and where some stores selling it can't keep it on the shelves because of the high demand.

• Jan 9, 2014
• 03:34

Marijuana prices have doubled to $400 an ounce in Colorado as people continue to flock to the only stores legally allowed to sell it

Marijuana prices have doubled to $400 an ounce in Colorado as people continue to flock to the only stores legally allowed to sell it. At least 130 shops are waiting for permits, which may ease the demand and lower prices. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jan 8, 2014
• 02:01

What's next for medical marijuana? Hint: it doesn't involve a match, pipe or rolling papers. Some of it doesn't even get you high.

What's next for medical marijuana? Hint: it doesn't involve a match, pipe or rolling papers. Some of it doesn't even get you high.

• Dec 22, 2013
• 03:29

Researchers looking at cannabis and COVID-19

Experts from the University of Nebraska and the Texas Biomedical Research Institute are recommending scientists study the potential use of cannabis-derived CBD in anti-viral therapies, due to its known anti-inflammatory properties Forbes contributor Emily Earlenbaugh joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details.

• Jul 16, 2020
• 05:31

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