Interest high in Maryland's medical marijuana

Interest in Maryland’s medical marijuana program is higher than anyone expected. The state has received more than 1,000 applications for licenses.

The first stage in approving a license is set for January, but there are so many applications the process may be delayed.

“The thing that works most completely for me is a few puffs of cannabis,” said Barry Considine, of Halethorpe.

Polio left Considine’s muscles so weak, he’s dealing with osteoarthritis. He’s in near constant pain throughout his spine, hands and…