Cannabis Shops Thriving in City, Licensed or Not.

The article shows the rise of cannabis shops, licensed or unlicensed, in New York as part of a rush to cash in on the legalization of cannabis in the state. It reports the pressure on state authorities to shut down illegal stores following the issuance of retail licenses to 36 businesses and nonprofits that dispense recreational cannabis. It mentions the reluctance of New York City in cracking down unlicensed shops and considers the impact of closing stores on workers and businesses.