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Researchers at the University of Kentucky are in on a clinical trial on the use of medical cannabis for late-stage dementia patients. As research continues, those involved say this would be a game ...

Two similar bills would allow a ballot measure on whether Kentuckians should be able to grow small amounts of marijuana. Read ...

Kentucky Democrats have introduced legislation that would legalize and decriminalize marijuana. Their next step is earning ...

I had hopes when Kentucky finally decided to recognize the medical properties of marijuana. Now I'm baffled by the criteria ...

New numbers from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services showed more than 1,000 people have filed applications.

Medical cannabis in the Commonwealth of Kentucky is now legal as of January 1, 2025, with increasing opportunities for ...

Louisville firefighters are suing Metro Government, arguing they should be allowed to use medical marijuana in compliance ...

Due to federal regulations, people with legal marijuana cards in Kentucky will not be able to legally purchase a firearm.

Doctors diagnose patients and make treatment recommendations largely for people seeking relief from chronic pain.

Federal law makes it illegal to own a gun and use medical marijuana at the same time, but two Kentucky senators are pushing a bipartisan resolution.