The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) is urging a federal appeals court to reconsider a ruling that overturned a $31.8 million …
Worcester City Council to Vote October 20 on Mayor’s Resolution Opposing Marijuana Legalization Repeal
Worcester Mayor Joseph Petty is seeking formal opposition to Massachusetts’ proposed repeal of recreational marijuana sales, with the City Council scheduled to vote Tuesday, October …
Study Finds THC Reduces Brain Inflammation and Oxidative Damage Caused by High-Fructose Diet
THC significantly reduced brain inflammation and oxidative damage in rats exposed to a high-fructose diet, according to a new study that found the cannabinoid helped …
Ohio Marijuana Sales Top $1 Billion in 2026, $4.43 Billion Since Launch
Ohio’s legal marijuana market has generated an estimated $1.05 billion in sales during 2026, bringing combined medical and recreational marijuana sales to $4.43 billion since …
Study of 3,744 Medical Marijuana Patients Finds Significant Improvements in Chronic Pain, Sleep and Quality of Life Over Two Years
A study involving 3,744 medical marijuana patients found significant improvements in chronic pain, sleep quality, anxiety and overall quality of life over a two-year period, …
Study Finds CBD May Reduce Long-Term Memory Impairments Caused by Adolescent Stress
Cannabidiol (CBD) reduced lasting memory impairments caused by stress during adolescence and helped protect important brain cells, according to a new study published today. The …
Study Finds CBD May Increase Sexual Motivation and Restore Sexual Behavior
A new study published today in the journal Neuroscience found that cannabidiol (CBD) increased sexual motivation and restored sexual behavior in male rats experiencing sexual …
Total Wine & More Reports $510,000 in Hemp THC Beverage Lobbying as National Beer Wholesalers Association Targets Federal Legislation
Total Wine & More has reported $510,000 in federal lobbying expenses during the first nine months of 2026, with all three quarterly disclosures identifying the …
Florida Medical Marijuana Patients Have Purchased Over 172 Million Grams of Flower in 2026, Alongside 17.63 Billion Milligrams of THC
Florida medical marijuana patients have now purchased more than 172 million grams (6.07 million ounces) of smokable marijuana in 2026, alongside over 17.63 billion milligrams …
Survey Finds 91% of Veterans Support Medical Marijuana Research, 88% Back VA Research
A new survey released by Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) finds overwhelming support for medical marijuana research among veterans, with 91% supporting research …
Daily Cannabis News Brief for 10/16/2026
Below is The Marijuana Herald’s Daily Cannabis News Brief for October 16, 2026, sponsored by Trulieve. The Marijuana Herald publishes a new edition every weekday …
Colorado Lawmakers to Review Statewide Marijuana Consumer Safety Audit at October 19 Hearing
Colorado lawmakers will review a new statewide marijuana consumer safety audit on Monday, October 19, examining the state’s Marijuana Enforcement Division and Colorado State Public …
