Newark, Atlantic City and Merchantville would have 'cannabis lounges' if they pass state inspections

The lounges must conform to strict regulations

Cannabis Regulatory Commission will accept applications beginning Jan. 2

Counsel for Cannabis Regulatory Commission says getting things right is priority

NJ regulators want more time on decision to raise social equity fee

Sen. Teresa Ruiz says the primary motive is to protect health and safety of children

Opponents argue proposed rules go too far, ending sales at gas stations, convenience stores

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission says buyers are moving away from the black market

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission approved waivers to allow selling of the product

Tripled in three years, many small business owners still struggle with lack of access to funding

Interview: Jeff Brown, Cannabis Regulatory Commission

Grants were awarded to 48 businesses

New Jersey Cannabis Trade Association slams delays in licensing and business approvals

Politicians from both sides of the aisle cite the issues

Regulators have received 2,000-plus applications to operate stores

Cannabis Regulatory Commission says Harmony owes $700,000

High product prices are one major issue

But frustration over social equity applications, prohibitive barriers

The reversal came hours after State House rally by Curaleaf employees, leaders

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission declined to renew Curaleaf's adult-use annual license