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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New York Supreme Court Upholds State’s Right to Seize Marijuana From Unlicensed Dispensaries
The New York Supreme Court has ruled that state cannabis regulators have the authority to search and seize marijuana from unlicensed dispensaries, rejecting arguments that such enforcement actions violate the U.S. Constitution. The decision strengthens the Office of Cannabis Management’s (OCM) efforts to crack down on illegal marijuana operations through its ongoing inspections program. These …
Oregon Campaign to Legalize Cannabis Cafes Clears Legal Hurdle, Set to Launch Signature Drive Next Month
The campaign to legalize cannabis consumption lounges in Oregon has officially cleared a key legal hurdle, with signature gathering to begin next month in pursuit of the 2026 general election. The legal challenge window for the Oregon Cannabis Cafe Coalition’s (OCCC) initiative that would legalize cannabis cafes has ended as of August 7, meaning the …
New Mexico Marijuana Sales Top $48 Million in July, Pushing Year-to-Date Total Past $335 Million
Licensed marijuana stores in New Mexico sold $48,442,752.91 worth of marijuana and marijuana products in July, bringing the state’s year-to-date total to $335,113,603.91. That’s a 9% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Of the July total, $37,120,310.54 came from adult-use sales, while medical marijuana accounted for $11,322,442.41, according to data released by the …
Federal Court Blocks Utah Psilocybin Prosecution, Upholds Religious Freedom Claims
A federal judge has ruled in favor of a Utah religious group seeking legal protection for its use of psilocybin, denying the state’s motion to dismiss the case and halting a criminal prosecution against one of its members. The decision, issued by U.S. District Judge Jill N. Parrish, rejects arguments from Utah County, Provo City, …
Massachusetts Ballot Proposals Would Repeal Recreational Marijuana Sales, Impose THC Limits
Two separate proposals that would repeal the commercial marijuana market in Massachusetts are among 47 initiative petitions filed ahead of the 2026 election, according to Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s office. The measures, submitted by Caroline Cunningham—an activist who previously opposed a psychedelics legalization initiative—would leave the state’s medical marijuana program intact while eliminating adult-use retail …
Workers at Cannabis Software Firm Dutchie File for Landmark Union Election
Today, Product Support Agents and Product Support Analysts from cannabis software company, Dutchie, filed to form a union with United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 1445. Dutchie, a cannabis software tech company founded in 2017, provides business software to more than 6,500 dispensaries across the country and is responsible for 1 million transactions daily.
The Daily Green Opens Marijuana Dispensary in Times Square
A new cannabis retailer has officially opened its doors in the heart of New York City’s most iconic neighborhood. The Daily Green, a licensed marijuana dispensary, is now open in Times Square, with its grand opening celebration taking place Friday, August 8. Located at 719 7th Ave., the dispensary blends a bold design with a …
Report: U.S. Cannabis Market Projected to Surpass $91 Billion by 2033
The legal cannabis industry in the United States is poised for massive growth over the next decade, with projections showing the market will grow from $36.94 billion in 2024 to $91.1 billion by 2033. That’s according to a new report by Research and Markets, which forecasts an annual growth rate of 10.5% between 2025 and …
Verano President Darren Weiss Resigns, Will Remain as International Consultant
Darren Weiss has stepped down as president of Verano Holdings Corp., one of the nation’s largest multi-state marijuana operators, to pursue business opportunities in the cannabis industry outside of North America. Weiss originally joined Verano in 2017 as general counsel. Over the years, he moved into key leadership roles including chief legal officer, chief operating …
The Top 200 Cannabis-Related Studies Published in 2025
Hundreds of peer-reviewed studies on marijuana and its components have been published in the first seven months of 2025, marking a surge in new research. In this article, we break down the 200 most important of these studies. These studies cover a wide spectrum of conditions, from autoimmune disorders and mental health issues to gastrointestinal …
