Below is The Marijuana Herald’s Daily Cannabis News Brief for October 14, 2026, sponsored by Trulieve. The Marijuana Herald publishes a new edition every weekday at around 3 p.m. Pacific Time. Previous editions can be found by clicking here.
NIH Selects CBD for Pilot Testing in Federal Program Studying Lifespan Extension
The National Institutes of Health has selected cannabidiol (CBD) for preliminary testing through a federal program investigating compounds that could extend lifespan and delay age-related diseases. The proposal, submitted by a Southern Illinois University researcher, was accepted through the National Institute on Aging’s Interventions Testing Program. Initial evaluations will determine whether CBD qualifies for larger animal studies examining longevity.
NFL Rescinds Nearly $27,000 in Fines Against Detroit Lions Player After He Cites Marijuana Legalization
The NFL has overturned two fines totaling $26,867 against Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams for celebrations that appeared to reference marijuana use. Williams successfully argued that his apparent smoking gesture should not be considered offensive because marijuana is legal in numerous states.
Utah Marijuana Advisory Board to Review Draft Rules and Legislative Proposals on October 20
Utah’s Medical Cannabis Policy Advisory Board will meet October 20 to review draft regulatory rules and legislative recommendations for the state’s medical marijuana program. The agenda includes proposed rules from the Specialized Product Authority Licensing Board and recommendations from the Industry Committee. Members previously discussed extending medical marijuana patient card validity from two years to five years, although the updated agenda does not identify specific proposals.
New CDC Report Finds Teen Marijuana Use Similar Across Rural, Urban and Suburban Schools
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report found no statistically significant differences in high school marijuana use between rural, urban and suburban communities. Past-month use was reported by 14.3% of rural students, 13% of city students and 12.9% of suburban or town students. The findings come from a national survey of more than 10,000 teenagers and were published online ahead of the report’s October 15 issue date.
New Systematic Review Finds CBD May Improve Wound Healing, Collagen Production and Skin Repair
A new systematic review published in The FASEB Journal found evidence that cannabidiol (CBD) may improve skin wound healing, increase collagen production and support tissue repair. Four of five studies examined reported beneficial effects, including an animal experiment showing approximately 35% improved healing by day 28. Researchers also identified reductions in inflammation and improvements in tissue regeneration, although controlled human trials remain necessary.
Canada Conducts 902 Marijuana Inspections, Issues Just 29 Noncompliance Reports
Health Canada conducted 902 marijuana inspections during the fiscal year ending March 31, issuing just 29 noncompliance reports, equivalent to 3.2% of all inspections. The total included 673 inspections of commercial businesses and 229 involving personal or designated medical cultivators. All 29 reports involved commercial license holders, representing 4.3% of business inspections, down from 5.3% the previous year.
Study Finds Full-Spectrum Cannabis Oil Helps Prevent Early Heart Damage From High-Sugar Diet in Rats
A new study accepted for publication in Frontiers in Nutrition found that full-spectrum cannabis oil prevented or significantly reduced several early signs of heart damage caused by a high-sugar diet in rats. Animals receiving the oil showed less cardiac fat accumulation, inflammation, oxidative stress and structural damage.
Federal Judge Grants Temporary Order Keeping New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Open Amid Labor Peace Lawsuit
A federal judge has issued a temporary order allowing The Cannabis Place in Jersey City to remain open while it challenges marijuana licensing requirements tied to labor peace agreements. The 14-day order, issued October 9, halted the expiration of the dispensary’s municipal license. The company says approximately 20 jobs were at risk. The ruling does not resolve the underlying lawsuit.
