Dozens of cannabis dispensaries across Ohio that, until now, sold only to patients seeking medicinal marijuana can expect huge crowds today as they open their doors to recreational users. The Ohio Department of Cannabis Control gave permission to 98 marijuana dispensaries to begin serving recreational customers Tuesday, if they choose to do so. It's the moment that many Ohioans have waited for since 2.2 million voters passed an initiated statute nine months ago, legalizing recreational marijuana use among adults 21 and older. You can find the complete list of approved dispensaries and their locations in reporter Laura Hancock's story below. But if you plan on paying your local dispensary a visit, bear in mind that recreational sales might be limited at first. That's because dispensaries have promised the state in their applications that they would keep enough supply on hand to continue meeting the needs of medical patients while they adapt to the new recreational demand. — Leila Atassi |
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Ohioans aged 21 and older can buy marijuana and possess per day up to 2.5 ounces of flower and 15 grams (which is about 0.5 ounces) of extract, such as edibles or vape cartridges. |
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Marijuana dispensaries: Nearly 100 locations in Ohio have been cleared to open for recreational marijuana customers starting today. Laura Hancock reports not all dispensaries may be ready to open at this time, but they have been cleared to open if they choose. Presidential age: How old is too old to be president? That’s the question posed to a group of local octogenarians recently. While they all agreed that “age is just a number,” Cory Shaffer reports the group also agreed they all believed they were too old to handle the rigors of the office and each would support an age limit for future presidents. Today in Ohio: Ohio’s cannabis dispensaries holding both recreational and medicinal licenses now can sell to recreational users — a month ahead of the projected start date. On Today in Ohio, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast, we’re talking about the opening day of Ohio’s new recreational cannabis industry. |
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Libertarian Party: Libertarian Party candidates for president, U.S. Senate and other offices in Ohio are set to appear on the state’s ballot this fall as the party has officially regained state recognition, according to party and state officials. Jeremy Pelzer reports nearly 49,000 of the 88,000 or so signatures the party turned in were validated by elections officials, surpassing the approximately 42,000 signatures needed to gain state recognition as a minor political party. Usha Vance: Describing the many ways her husband’s vice presidential nomination as Donald Trump’s running mate has changed their lives, Usha Vance shared details in an interview with Fox News, Sabrina Eaton reports. Vance also used the interview as a chance to defend her husband and try and clear up some misconceptions of what he has previously stated. Google: Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost celebrated the news Monday that a federal judge has determined that Google unlawfully maintained a monopoly over search engines on the Internet. The decision is likely to shift the markets and represents a setback for Google and its parent company, Alphabet Inc., Laura Hancock reports. Bus tour: As the summer months recede and Ohio’s U.S. Senate race begins to shift into a higher gear, Republican candidate Bernie Moreno kicked off a statewide bus tour in Chillicothe. Andrew Tobias reports Moreno plans to make bus travel a permanent part of his campaign as polls show that many Ohioans don’t know who he is. Tobias also reports on an old lawsuit brought against Moreno by a former employee, one of several that has come to light since he started his campaign. |
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St. Malachi: Citing safety concerns after last week’s shootout near its doors, St. Malachi Catholic Church has suspended its Monday Night Meal, a program that has run for more than 40 years, Olivia Mitchell reports. The parish’s administrator, the Rev. Michael Gurnick, stressed the need for safety. |
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MetroHealth: MetroHealth System’s interim leader announced a series of cost-cutting measures Monday morning. Dr. Christine Alexander-Rager, MetroHealth’s chief medical officer and interim president and CEO, told employees in a weekly newsletter e-mail that executives have come up with a plan of action to address the financial situation, which includes steps to cut costs, reports Sean McDonnell. A spokesperson confirmed the announced plan does not include layoffs. Plant closing: Global electronics manufacturer Vexos is closing its facility in LaGrange, which will result in more than 60 layoffs. The company makes electronics and electromechanical systems that are then used as parts by other manufacturers in the medical, industrial and defense industries, reports Sean McDonnell. PMI: Ohio ranked fifth in the nation for the number of homebuyers paying for private mortgage insurance in 2023, according to a recent study. Megan Sims reports Texas came in the top spot, followed by Florida, California and Illinois. Ohio stocks: Only 12 major Ohio companies had stock growth last week, which is less than half the number that saw gains the prior week. Zachary Smith reports the major Ohio company with the most growth from the previous week was Chemed Corp., while three Northeast Ohio companies also made the list. |
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Bond set: A Cleveland man is in jail on a $100,000 bond after police say he fired a gun at a family member, prompting a SWAT team response. Judge Charles Patton issued the bond order for Scott Mason, 53, who faces felonious assault charges, reports John Tucker. Shooting suspect: Authorities are searching for a suspect accused of shooting a man multiple times Saturday in Elyria Township. Olivia Mitchell reports it is unclear how the attack unfolded and the victim’s condition was unknown as of Monday afternoon. Authorities say the suspected shooter possibly drove a white Chevrolet Camaro. Akron shooting: Police in Akron are investigating a shooting in which a 14-year-old reportedly wounded a 16-year-old girl and a 25-year-old man. The teen suspect was arrested at the scene and charged with two counts of felonious assault, reports Olivia Mitchell. The relationship between the victims and suspect is unknown. Tugboat crash: The second mate of a tugboat has been sentenced for a fatal crash on Lake Erie near Fairport Harbor. Alen Gorishti, 34, was sentenced to 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor charge of negligent operation and interference with safe operation of a vessel, reports Adam Ferrise. |
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New passes: Cedar Point is now offering passes for 2025, also good for the remainder of the current season, starting at $99. Susan Glaser reports that an $85 add-on will be available that includes admission to all parks under the new company’s umbrella. However, only former Cedar Fair parks can be accessed during the remainder of 2024, with the 27 former Six Flags parks opening to passholders in early January. Cleveland International Piano Competition: Evren Ozel and Maxim Lando of the United States, Giuseppe Guarrera of Italy and Zijian Wei of China advanced to the final round with their semifinal performances this past weekend. The winner will be decided over two more performances: a salon round today and Wednesday and a concerto round with the Cleveland Orchestra on Friday and Saturday, reports Joey Morona. New venue: AEG Presents has announced it will open a new venue called Globe Iron on the West Bank of the Flats. The 1,200-person capacity multi-purpose venue is scheduled to open in March, reports Malcolm X Abram. It is designed to host corporate events, weddings, concerts and many other types of events. Induction ceremony: Hoping to see your favorite star this fall at the 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions? Malcolm X Abram reports tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. |
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