With more Americans using ever-stronger marijuana, a federal advisory panel is calling for a public health approach that’s a big departure from “Just Say No.” Thursday's report proposes a health-focused strategy with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention taking a larger role in cannabis policy than ever before.

A federal advisory panel is recommending the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) take a larger role in policymaking around cannabis, as its use among Americans continues to grow. A report issued Thursday by the National Academies of Sciences,

U.S. health authorities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention need to play a larger role in cannabis policy, a new report says. Cannabis is getting stronger, with levels of the intoxicating compound THC rising.

In July, the D.C. council passed legislation authorizing the crackdown on illegal shops, as well as a process for the illegal businesses to become licensed. Here’s how enforcement is going so far

A local business has been shut down by the state for illegally selling cannabis. Wicked Glass Smoke Shop is located on Delaware Avenue in Kenmore. A sign on the front window greets you saying illegal cannabis on site has been seized by the state’s Office of Cannabis Management.