A study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology found that marijuana flower produced strong pain-relieving and neuroprotective effects in an animal model designed to mimic both Alzheimer’s-related cognitive impairment and chronic neuropathic pain.
Washington Cannabis Stores Posted a Far Higher Youth Compliance Rate Than Liquor and Tobacco Stores Over Past Decade
Washington’s licensed cannabis industry has posted a significantly higher youth access compliance rate over the past decade than both the liquor and tobacco/vapor industries, according to data from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.
Washington Senate Committee Approves House-Backed Bill to Raise Marijuana License Renewal Fees
A bill that would increase annual licensing fees for Washington’s marijuana businesses was approved today by the Senate Ways & Means Committee, moving the measure one step closer to a vote by the full Senate. The proposal, Engrossed House Bill 2681, previously passed the House on February 28 by a vote of 52 to 42.
Mississippi Senate Approves Right to Try Medical Cannabis Act
The Mississippi Senate has approved House Bill 1152, titled the Right to Try Medical Cannabis Act. The measure has already passed the full House 104 to 7.
Colorado Legislature Approves Bill on Medical Marijuana Use in Health Facilities, Sending it to Governor Polis
A Colorado bill to allow terminally ill patients to use medical marijuana in health facilities has been passed by the full legislature and sent to Governor Jared Polis, who is expected to sign it into law.
President Trump Expected to Sign Executive Order Creating Cannabis Descheduling Commission This Summer
President Trump is planning to sign an executive order this summer creating a federal commission to study the descheduling of marijuana, according to two sources who spoke with The Marijuana Herald. The move is expected to be made ahead of the November midterms.
The States With the Cheapest Legal Cannabis Prices as of March, 2026
Using the latest publicly available pricing data from state cannabis regulators and the research firm Headset, here are the recreational cannabis states with the lowest average cost for dried cannabis flower as of March 2026.
The 10 Most Popular Cannabis Strains Across the United States (as of March, 2026)
Using a combination of data provided by state cannabis commissions, the strain review site Leafly, and the research firm Headset, below is a list of the most popular cannabis strains throughout the United States as of March, 2026.
Kentucky Committee Approves Bill to Tax and Tightly Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Products
A bill that would significantly reshape how Kentucky handles intoxicating hemp products was approved today by the House Appropriations & Revenue Committee. The vote was 15 to 3.
Connecticut Marijuana Sales Top $22.4 Million in February as Prices Hit Record Low
Connecticut’s adult-use marijuana market generated $17,253,693 in sales in February, while medical marijuana sales reached $5,147,858, bringing the state’s total marijuana sales for the month to $22,401,551. This is according to new data released today by the state’s Department of Consumer Protection.
