Authorities estimate some 1,400 shops are now selling marijuana in the five boroughs, and virtually all of them are doing so illegally.
NEW YORK CITY --It comes as the city continues efforts to crack down on illegal marijuana sales.
New York State is prioritizing giving dispensary licenses to nonprofits and to those with prior marijuana convictions.Governor Kathy Hochul says it's an initiative that'll create jobs for people who've been disproportionately targeted. Officials say they'll be keeping a close eye on the shops to make sure all regulations are being followed.
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