Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns. You can reach Anthony at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Jan 06 2026
Howard County, Maryland Revises Firefighter Policy to Allow Off-Duty Medical Marijuana Use
Firefighters in Howard County, Maryland will no longer face disciplinary action for using medical marijuana during their off-duty hours under a newly revised county substance abuse policy.
Jan 06 2026
U.S. Senate Confirms Sara Carter Bailey, Supporter of Medical Cannabis, as White House Drug Czar
The U.S. Senate has voted to confirm Sara Carter as director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, clearing the final hurdle for President Trump’s nominee to serve as the nation’s Drug Czar. The confirmation vote follows weeks of procedural uncertainty after Carter’s nomination was briefly delayed in the Senate despite advancing …
Jan 06 2026
Cannabis Compound Cannflavin B Reduced Anxiety and Improved Social Behavior in Autism Model
A compound found in the marijuana plant called cannflavin B reduced anxiety-like behavior and improved social behavior in a commonly used animal model of autism, according to a new study published by Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy by researchers from the University of Guelph.
Jan 06 2026
Study: Medical Cannabis Linked to Sustained Improvements in Depression, Anxiety and Sleep Over Two Years
A study published today by the Journal of Affective Disorders reports that patients treated with cannabis-based medicinal products for depression experienced sustained improvements in depression, anxiety, sleep quality and overall quality of life over a 24-month period.
Jan 05 2026
U.S. Congress Drops Attempt to Block Marijuana Rescheduling in New Federal Spending Deal
Congressional negotiators have removed language from a proposed federal spending bill that would have prevented the Justice Department from rescheduling marijuana, while keeping in place long-running protections for state medical marijuana programs.
Jan 05 2026
Indiana Republicans File Bill to Create Statewide Regulatory System for “Craft Hemp”
A trio of Indiana House Republicans filed legislation today that would establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for craft hemp products, including flower, beverages and low-THC hemp extracts.
Jan 05 2026
New Mexico Cannabis Sales Top $48 Million in December, Bringing 2025 Total to $568 Million
New Mexico’s legal marijuana market generated $48.4 million in combined sales during December, pushing the state’s total for 2025 to roughly $568 million.
Jan 05 2026
Indiana: Legislation to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession Filed in House of Representatives
Legislation that would decriminalize the possession of up to two ounces of cannabis was filed today in the Indiana House of Representatives.
Jan 05 2026
Study: CBD Triggers Cancer Cell Death and Suppresses Melanoma Spread Through Epigenetic Pathway
A study published Sunday by the journal Phytomedicine reports that the cannabis compound cannabidiol (CBD) demonstrated strong anti-tumor activity against melanoma by activating an epigenetic pathway that promotes cancer cell death and limits metastasis. The research was conducted by scientists from Kunming Medical University and the National University of Defense Technology.
Jan 04 2026
Rhode Island Marijuana Sales Top $120 Million in 2025, Over 3.4 Million Total Transactions
Rhode Island’s regulated marijuana market generated $120,095,191 in total retail sales during 2025, a slight uptick from the $118 million sold in 2024, according to the Cannabis Control Commission. The figure includes both adult-use and medical marijuana purchases and reflects a market that has largely stabilized after its early expansion phase.
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