Below is The Marijuana Herald’s Daily Cannabis News Brief for Thursday, August 6, 2026. Each weekday, we provide a concise roundup of the latest marijuana and hemp news. Previous editions can be found by clicking here.

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Sales Reach $24.79 Million in July, 2026 Total Hits $165 Million

Arkansas medical marijuana sales reached $24.79 million in July, bringing the state’s 2026 total to approximately $165 million. July sales increased about 2.4% from the $24.2 million reported during the same month last year.

Cresco Labs Reports $173 Million in Second-Quarter Revenue, Posts $15 Million Net Income

Cresco Labs reported $173.3 million in second-quarter revenue, an increase of 15% from the previous quarter and 6% from last year. The company posted $15.4 million in net income after recording losses in both the previous quarter and the second quarter of 2025.

Utah Medical Cannabis Sales Reach Record $17.4 Million in July, 2026 Total Tops $117 Million

Utah medical cannabis sales reached a record $17.4 million in July, bringing the state’s total for the first seven months of 2026 to approximately $117.8 million. The number of active medical cannabis patients increased by 705 to 116,177.

Senate Parliamentarian Rules Amendment to Strip Hemp THC Ban Delay Can Pass With 50 Votes

An amendment from U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) that would remove a proposed delay to the federal ban on most hemp-derived THC products has been ruled germane by the Senate parliamentarian, meaning it can pass with a simple majority. The amendment would keep the restrictions scheduled to take effect November 12 rather than delaying them until December 11, and could receive a vote as soon as Friday.

Cronos Group Reports Record $53 Million in Second-Quarter Revenue, Net Income Reaches $35.7 Million

Cronos Group reported record second-quarter revenue of $53 million, up 58% from the same period last year. The company posted $35.7 million in net income, compared with a $38.5 million loss during the second quarter of 2025.

New York Governor Signs Bill Expanding Marijuana Microbusiness Role in Showcase Events

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation allowing licensed marijuana microbusinesses to serve as the retailer, cultivator and processor required for cannabis showcase events. Senate Bill 10113 took effect immediately after being signed August 6.

Rise Dispensaries Hosting Free Marijuana Expungement Clinic in Paterson, New Jersey on August 8

Rise Dispensaries will host a free marijuana expungement clinic in Paterson, New Jersey, on August 8. Attorneys from the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender will help eligible adults pursue expungements for nonviolent marijuana-related convictions.

California Tax Agency Has Seized $168 Million in Illicit Cannabis and Tobacco Products

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration has seized more than $168 million in illicit cannabis and tobacco products since 2019, including nearly $22 million during the first half of 2026. The state says the enforcement actions protect licensed businesses and recover unpaid taxes.

Study: Patients Using THC- and CBD-Rich Cannabis Oil Report Favorable Quality of Life and Sleep Outcomes

Patients using full-spectrum cannabis oil containing THC and CBD reported favorable quality of life and sleep satisfaction, according to a study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology. The study included 71 patients receiving medically supervised treatment in Brazil.

Washington State Generated $96.1 Million in Legal Cannabis Sales in July, $650 Million in 2026

Legal marijuana sales in Washington reached $96.1 million in July, bringing the state’s 2026 total to approximately $650 million. July sales increased 5.4% from June but declined 2.4% compared with July 2025.

TerrAscend Reports $67.1 Million in Second-Quarter Revenue, Up 3% From Last Year

TerrAscend reported $67.1 million in net revenue for the second quarter of 2026, up 3.3% from a year earlier and 2.4% from the previous quarter. Adjusted EBITDA increased 11% year-over-year to $17.7 million, while the company reported a net loss from continuing operations of $10.1 million.

Ohio Marijuana Sales Surpass $4 Billion, Including $1.67 Billion in Adult-Use Purchases

Ohio’s combined medical and adult-use marijuana sales have surpassed $4 billion, including more than $1.67 billion in recreational purchases since adult-use sales began in 2024. The state has completed more than 46.2 million marijuana transactions and sold nearly 628,000 pounds of flower.