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Features // December 30, 2020 // Ben Berkowitz

I'm A Weed Dad

It was a pretty ordinary day toward the end of 2017. I was going through a messy divorce, my “career” as a writer/director in Los Angeles was not working out...

Laws & Politics // December 29, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

D.C. Decriminalizes Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia

A bill to decriminalize possession of drug paraphernalia for personal use and promote harm reduction was signed by the mayor of DC last week as part of the broader Opioid...

Strains & Reviews // December 24, 2020 // Ben Berkowitz

Five Fantastic Strains of Weed

I have seen cannabis in many forms in my life, from dusty dime bags in filled with shaky brown sometimes moldy “brick” weed fragments as a clandestine youth, to watching...

December 22, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Does Cannabis Help With Sleep Disorders?

Nothing feels better in the morning than waking up feeling refreshed and rested. When you can't sleep well at night, it can be detrimental to your mental health and physical...

December 21, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Are Cannabis-Derived Terpenes Legal?

The legality of cannabis-derived terpenes is complicated in the United States. Cannabis, a.k.a. marijuana, is illegal under federal law. The Controlled Substances Act, passed in 1971, defines marijuana as “every compound, manufacture,...

December 17, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Why Does Weed Make Your Eyes Red?

A surefire way of knowing someone's been smoking weed (besides the delicious lingering smell) is the famed telltale sign of bloodshot eyes. If you're a stoner, you're familiar with the...

Strains & Reviews // December 16, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Leafly Names Runtz as 2020 Strain of the Year

After running the numbers on user reviews and sales figures, monitoring industry trends, and factoring in key cultural impacts of cannabis in 2020, the cannabis website Leafly has named the...

Cannabis 101 // December 16, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

How Does Curing Cannabis Work?

If you want to grow your own cannabis at home, you'll need to learn about the growing and harvesting process. The next thing you'll need to educate yourself on is...

Features // December 15, 2020 // Darina

These Women Say CBD Saved Their Lives

Although it’s not a cure-all magical medicine (or is it?), CBD-dominant cannabis has been gaining popularity for its far-reaching effects. Among its supporters is a diverse group of women living...

Features // December 14, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Emerge Cannabis Conference Features Snoop Dogg and More

In a world where virtual conferences are the new thing, there's a big new high-tech cannabis networking event! The Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference runs for three days starting Tuesday Dec....

Cannabis 101 // December 14, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

How Does Cannabis Affect Dreams?

The elevating effects of THC, the psychoactive component in cannabis, can change your consciousness when you are awake. Does it affect the way you dream when you're asleep?Many people use...

Features // December 11, 2020 // Darina

Top 10 Things to Do in Barcelona While High During Lockdown

So, you’ve made it to Barcelona, scored some delicious bud, and you’re ready to hit the town — but thanks to COVID, everything is closed. No concerts, no festivals or...

Social Equity // December 10, 2020 // Ben Berkowitz

The State of Black Cannabusiness

Cannabis is in a new era of post-prohibition, and considered an essential industry in many states. Even a global pandemic cannot seem to stop its growth, with legal cannabis sales...

Features // December 9, 2020 // Darina

Urban Aroma Interview: Meet a Barcelona Grower

Do you know where your weed comes from? If you’re a regular toker living in Barcelona, then chances are Adam has something to do with it. Adam lives just outside...

Cannabis 101 // December 8, 2020 // Rachel Burkons

Everything You Need to Know About CBD

What’s the deal with CBD? Those three little letters have generated a lot of buzz in recent years – and a lot of misinformation. Let’s get down to the facts...

Laws & Politics // December 8, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Where Is Weed Decriminalized In the United States?

If you are an avid cannabis consumer, you're lucky if you live in a state where marijuana use for medical and adult use a.k.a. recreational purposes has been legalized at...

Strains & Reviews // December 7, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Facts About OG Kush

OG Kush is the genetic grandmother of many West Coast cannabis cultivars. The OG is rumored to have come to California from a Chemdog clone from the East Coast. Leafly...

Features // December 7, 2020 // Rachel Burkons

Nine East Coast Cannabis Chefs to Watch

As cannabis legalization unfurls across the country, talented chefs who love the plant and love food are increasingly looking to combine their passions with private dinners and events that bring...

Social Equity // December 4, 2020 // Mary Jane Gibson

House of Representatives Votes to Legalize Weed

On Friday, December 4, the House of Representatives voted in favor of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, which would make cannabis legal at the federal level. It...

December 3, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Can Police Dogs Smell Weed?

If you've ever driven with weed in your car, you know the creeping paranoia you get every time a policeman passes. Even if you don't get pulled over, it can...

Features // December 2, 2020 // Darina

The Top 6 Cannabis-Friendly Cities in Europe

While Amsterdam has long been synonymous with cannabis culture, recent reforms have brought new European weed hubs to the forefront. Remember, no matter how lax the weed culture is in...

Features // November 30, 2020 // Serge Chistov

The Post-Election Landscape for the Cannabis Industry

As Republicans continue to battle the results of the 2020 presidential election, and down ticket elections for house and senate seats continue, there are no clear winners except for one...

Laws & Politics // November 30, 2020 // Erin Hiatt

Legalization vs. Decriminalization: What's the Difference?

In the 2020 election cycle, voters in South Dakota, Montana, Arizona, and New Jersey passed initiatives to legalize cannabis for adult-use consumption within their state, joining 11 others and the...

Strains & Reviews // November 25, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Facts About Blue Dream

Blue Dream is a legend among West Coast strains, and a number one seller at many dispensaries. A sativa-dominant hybrid of fragrant Blueberry crossed with energizing Haze, Blue Dream strikes...

Features // November 25, 2020 // Ben Berkowitz

The Top 10 TV Shows to Watch When Baked

We are all looking for ways to stay highly entertained while we stay safe at home these days. Well, allow us to open your mind to some new “canna-tainment.” These...

Strains & Reviews // November 25, 2020 // Darina

Strain Review: Kandy Kush (Barcelona)

This hybrid by DNA Genetics has two superstar parents: Train Wreck x OG Kush. It’s a 60% indica 40% sativa, with chunky buds full of resin that shines like diamonds and...

Features // November 24, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

The Urban Aroma Holiday Gift Guide 2020

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we know you’re ready to stock up on treats for yourself and loved ones! We’ve pulled together some of our favorite...

Cannabis 101 // November 23, 2020 // Morgan Terry

Why Did DC Legalize Weed?

It's been six years since DC voters successfully passed Initiative 71 in 2014. With the passage of that ballot initiative, the nation’s capital joined the growing number of states and...

November 20, 2020 // Rachel Burkons

Indica and Sativa: Understanding the Difference Between Cannabis Types

It’s right up there with understanding what an eighth is: Learning the terms indica and sativa is a cannabis rite of passage. These words are so deeply rooted in the...

Laws & Politics // November 19, 2020 // UrbanAroma Staff

Virginia Governor Says He'll Push To Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Gov. Ralph Northam announced a plan on Monday to work towards marijuana legalization in Virginia, NPR reports. Northam expressed support for decriminalization during his 2017 campaign for governor, but has...