THC edibles surge in Minnesota but safety rules are loose, regulators aren’t ready

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November 17, 2022
Cathy Wurzer - Host, Lezli Engelking - Interviewee, Jill Phillips - Interviewee, Heather Edelson - Interviewee, Chris Hudalla - Interviewee, Michelle Peace - Interviewee, Jon Cole - Interviewee, Kurtis Hanna - Interviewee, Laura Mullen - Interviewee, Tom Scheck - Reporter, Chris Tholkes - Interviewee
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MPR’s Tom Scheck reports that the lack of regulation of THC edibles in Minnesota is raising concerns. THC edibles surge in Minnesota, but safety rules are loose and regulators aren’t ready.

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2022 MBJA Eric Sevareid Award, first place in Investigative - Large Market Radio category

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