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Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The governor's decision would hinge on whether the bill includes provisions enabling the governor to suspend the program if the federal government decides to prosecute state employees who administer it.

Monday, April 01, 2013  LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Some of the first big changes to Michigan's medical-marijuana law since it was approved by voters in 2008 are set to begin.

Monday, February 18, 2013  Discovery network exploring marijuana for 2 new TV series, 'Weed Country' and 'Pot Cops'

Friday, December 14, 2012  The first changes in Michigan's medical-marijuana law are going to Gov. Rick Snyder -- four years after state voters approved the drug to alleviate side effects of certain illnesses.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  It's been a long, strange trip for marijuana. Here's a look at its history.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  Those who have argued for decades that legalizing and taxing weed would be better than a costly, failed U.S. drug war have their chance to prove it.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Maine, Maryland back same-sex marriage in historic votes; Washington, Colorado OK legal pot

Wednesday, April 25, 2012  Last week, the Michigan appeals court ruled the State's medical marijuana law doesn't shield people from prosecution if they are caught driving after using pot.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011  Investigators say they conducted raids at the collective on State Street in downtown Traverse City, the one on M-31 in Acme Township and the collective on M-22 in Elmwood Township.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011  Many police officers and local government officials across the state are confused with Michigan's Medical Marijuana law. Attorney General Bill Shuette sent representatives from his office to Traverse City in an effort to clarify it.

Monday, August 29, 2011  Medical marijuana collectives in Otsego County have been warned by the county prosecutor-- follow last weeks Court of Appeals ruling.

Thursday, June 23, 2011  Michigan lawyers meeting on the hot topic of medical marijuana are recommending that the state get more involved by regulating the distribution of pot.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  Former Seattle US attorney sponsoring initiative to legalize marijuana in Washington

Thursday, June 16, 2011  Whether you agree with the new law or not, medical marijuana is helping grow business for local plant supply stores.

Friday, May 06, 2011  UpNorthLive's Facebook fans voted to learn more about a growing debate: Which is more dangerous: Marijuana or alcohol?