From 1930s through the '70s, marijuana has been the brunt of politicized legislation. Despite medical testimony to the contrary, Congress made marijuana cost prohibitive for doctors to prescribe with the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937, and President Nixon criminalized the drug as part of his war on drugs. The effects of these laws have impact through today as states legalize cannabis for medicinal and recreational use.Also covered:* The Sparks Police Department is ticketing and arrested the homeless along the Truckee River* Yelp and the Ronald McDonald House Charities are hosting the free "Home Away From Home" event June 28* The Wilbur D. May Center hosts a new exhibit with fiber and mixed media art * The Cannabis in Nevada Forum on June 22, sponsored by Reno Public Radio * The Cafe Deluxe's new location

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