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Legalized Marijuana Forcing Old Dogs To Learn New Tricks

A customer rolls a joint made of half marijuana and half tobacco in Olympia, Wash., on December 9, 2012. Nick Adams/Reuters/Landov hide caption

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Legalized Marijuana Forcing Old Dogs To Learn New Tricks

March 22, 2013 • Law enforcement agencies in Washington state are having to make lots of adjustments as the state implements a ballot initiative that legalized the use of marijuana. One surprise change has been the need to re-train dogs used for sniffing out illegal drugs.

Britain Goes After Pot Growers With 'Scratch And Sniff' Cards

March 22, 2013 • More than 200,000 marijuana-scented cards are being sent out to help educate the public on the smell of cannabis.

Easing Of Marijuana Laws Complicates Parents' Advice To Kids

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Easing Of Marijuana Laws Complicates Parents' Advice To Kids

December 18, 2012 • There are some warnings parents drill into their kids: no drinking, no smoking, don't do drugs. But now that two states have decriminalized recreational marijuana use, those conversations have become tougher.

'We've Got Bigger Fish To Fry' Than Going After Pot Smokers, Obama Says

A woman, identified only as "Hurricane," lights up in Seattle. Washington state's law legalizing the recreational use of marijuana went into effect on Dec. 6. Cliff Despeaux/Reuters /Landov hide caption

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'We've Got Bigger Fish To Fry' Than Going After Pot Smokers, Obama Says

December 14, 2012 • "It would not make sense" for the federal government to make prosecuting recreational users in states that have decriminalized marijuana a top priority, the president tells ABC News.

Don't Pass The Dutchie: Amsterdam Bans Pot From Schools, Playgrounds

A young man with a joint in his left hand jokes with the photographer as he passes a sign prohibiting the use of marijuana and alcohol, in a designated area in Amsterdam on Wednesday. The city's mayor says students would be formally banned from smoking marijuana at school as of Jan. 1, 2013. Peter Dejong/AP hide caption

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Don't Pass The Dutchie: Amsterdam Bans Pot From Schools, Playgrounds

December 12, 2012 • Technically, smoking marijuana was never allowed in or around schools, but there was no official way to fully implement the policy – until now. Starting Jan. 1, schools and playgrounds will be deemed "no toking zones" and those who disobey the new ruling face being fined by the police.

Kids' Eating Binges Could Signal Other Problems Ahead

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Kids' Eating Binges Could Signal Other Problems Ahead

December 11, 2012 • Children between the ages of 9 and 15 who went on eating binges at least once a week were more likely to use marijuana or to show strong signs of depression as those who didn't. There's no proof of cause and effect, but the researchers say it's another reason parents and doctors should keep an eye on kids' eating habits.

As Two States Legalize Pot, Tommy Chong Isn't Nostalgic About The Old Days

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As Two States Legalize Pot, Tommy Chong Isn't Nostalgic About The Old Days

December 5, 2012 • Washington state decriminalizes possession tonight. Colorado does so next month. Chong, one half of the stoner duo Cheech and Chong, is all in favor of the new laws. There isn't anything funny about being busted, the comic says.

As Two States Legalize Pot, Tommy Chong Isn't Nostalgic About The Old Days

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What Are They Smoking In Seattle? Check Out Police Dept.'s Guide To Pot Use

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What Are They Smoking In Seattle? Check Out Police Dept.'s Guide To Pot Use

November 15, 2012 • With possession of small amounts of pot about to be decriminalized in Washington State, Seattle's finest went to the Web to explain what's going to happen. Bilbo and Gandalf from Lord of the Rings help set the cool mood.

What Are They Smoking In Seattle? Check Out Police Dept.'s Guide To Pot Use

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A Possible Sweep For Gay Marriage Measures

Maine voters overturned a gay marriage law through a citizens' veto in 2009. Maine voted again on the issue today, thanks to an initiative put on the ballot by voter petition. Above, gay marriage supporters gather at a rally outside of City Hall in Portland on Sept. 10. Joel Page/AP hide caption

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A Possible Sweep For Gay Marriage Measures

November 6, 2012 • Maine and Maryland are the first states to approve marriage rights for same-sex couples by popular vote. Voters in Colorado and Washington state pass measures legalizing marijuana usage for any purpose, while a similar proposal is rejected in Oregon.

The Marijuana Trade In The Euro's Birthplace

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The Marijuana Trade In The Euro's Birthplace

August 9, 2012 • Maastricht recently passed a law banning foreigners from buying marijuana.

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Pot Growers Are Likely Killing Rare Creatures

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Pot Growers Are Likely Killing Rare Creatures

July 17, 2012 • The fisher, a weasel-like animal, is already a candidate for protection under the Endangered Species Act. Now, researchers have evidence that the animals have been exposed to lethal poison used by power growers to protect their plants from animals.

When Patients With Fibromyalgia Try Marijuana

Brian Lawson rolls a marijuana cigarette at the BC Marijuana Party Headquarters in Vancouver, British Columbia. Vancouver is in the marijuana-friendly corner of Canada. Jae C. Hong/AP hide caption

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