In a blow to Alaska’s cannabis industry, newly inaugurated Gov. Mike Dunleavy has appointed former Fairbanks City Councilwoman Vivian Stiver and Wildlife Trooper Lt. Christopher Jaime to the state’s Marijuana Control Board, which could have serious implications for the state’s efforts to regulate on-site cannabis consumption at state-licensed dispensaries.
The measure — which is expected to get final legislative approval Wednesday — is intended to fix a problem with the law that allowed the sale of full-strength beer in grocery and convenience stores starting Jan. 1.
In a statement, the OBA says since State Question 792 passed, which allows the sale of full-strength, cold beer to be served at grocery, convenience and liquor stores, the number of retailers they serve and beer sales have increased thanks to the new laws.
Gov. Charlie Baker’s office on Wednesday filed new legislation that would expand the arsenal of tools local law enforcement officials have to deal with drivers impaired by marijuana – something that is sorely needed, local police chiefs say, as recreational sale of the drug expands throughout the state.
HONOLULU (KHON2) - Representative Chris Lee is proposing harsher punishments for people convicted with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or who have had their licenses revoked by the Administrative Driver's License Revocation Office for drunk driving.
If you enjoy exploring the many vintages and nuances of wine, pay attention: The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Jan. 16 in a case that could bring the multibillion-dollar wine industry closer to your doorstep.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Beer snobs are raising their mugs to a stronger brew in three states that once forbade grocers from selling anything but low-alcohol brands, and the changes could indirectly chill the industry in two others where such regulations remain.
Sales tax revenues have shifted, but overall collections are relatively unchanged one fiscal quarter after historic changes to Oklahoma's alcohol laws.
PIERRE, S.D. - We have an update on a story we first told you about in December. Two lawmakers have filed a bill in Pierre that could save you money at the liquor store.
Precious Putnam, co-owner of Beer’d Brewing Co. in Stonington, regularly has to do something no small business owner wants to: turn away business.