Your Daily Cannabis News - 2026-02-26

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El Cajon city leaders reject proposal to allow marijuana dispensaries

Takeaways from surgeon general nominee Casey Means' Senate confirmation hearing

Sober shift could reshape spending, but doctor warns THC may be the new vice

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