Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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May 20 2025
Connecticut House Passes Bill to Decriminalize Psilocybin
The Connecticut House of Representatives has voted in favor of House Bill 7065, a proposal that would decriminalize the possession of small amounts of psilocybin, commonly found in psychedelic mushrooms. Under the measure, individuals found with less than half an ounce of psilocybin would no longer face criminal charges. Instead, first-time offenders would be subject …
May 20 2025
Las Vegas Casino Executive Says Embracing Cannabis Could Boost Tourism and Revenue
Seth Schorr, CEO of Fifth Street Gaming, says it’s time for Las Vegas to embrace marijuana lounges and allow hotel deliveries to boost tourism and stay competitive with other destinations. Schorr made his case during a cannabis and gaming policy panel this week at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, hosted by the Cannabis Policy …
May 20 2025
Minnesota: White Earth Nation Becomes First Tribe to Open Recreational Marijuana Stores Off-Reservation
The White Earth Nation is set to make history as the first tribal government in Minnesota to open recreational marijuana dispensaries off tribal land, following the signing of a compact agreement by Governor Tim Walz on Tuesday. Under the agreement, the White Earth Band of Chippewa is authorized to open up to eight dispensaries across …
May 20 2025
New York Bill Would Ban Marijuana Ads on TV and Radio
A new proposal filed today in the New York Assembly would prohibit marijuana advertisements on television and radio, while also imposing fines of up to $5,000 for violations. Assembly Bill 8510, introduced by Assemblymember Keith Brown (R), was referred to the Committee on Economic Development. The measure would amend Section 86 of the state’s cannabis …
May 20 2025
Federal Judge Strikes Down Oregon’s Voter-Approved Cannabis Union Law
A federal judge has struck down Oregon’s voter-approved Measure 119, ruling that it violates the U.S. Constitution and federal labor law. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Michael H. Simon issued a permanent injunction against the enforcement of the measure, which would have required marijuana businesses to enter into labor peace agreements (LPAs) with unions as …
May 20 2025
Study: Ketamine, Psilocybin, and Esketamine Offer Rapid Relief and Functional Benefits in Treatment-Resistant Depression
A new systematic review published in the journal Cureus finds that psychedelic-assisted therapies such as ketamine, esketamine, and psilocybin may offer fast-acting and sustained relief for those with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), while also improving real-world functioning. The review analyzed 10 randomized controlled trials published within the past year, all of which assessed various psychedelic agents …
May 20 2025
Cannabinoids Discovered in Rhododendron Plant
Researchers have identified two cannabinoids and three other bioactive compounds in Rhododendron, a plant native to Pakistan that has long been used in traditional medicine. In a study published in Natural Product Research, scientists from the University of Swat and the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew in the UK analyzed the leaves of Rhododendron anthopogon, a …
May 20 2025
Portland Marijuana Cafes Can Now Sell Non-Infused Drinks Like Lattes and Teas, Following Unanimous City Council Vote
Cannabis retailers in Portland, Maine can now legally serve freshly prepared drinks like lattes and teas, as long as they don’t contain marijuana. The Portland City Council and mayor voted unanimously on Monday to update city code and allow marijuana retail locations to operate as restaurants in the context of nonalcoholic beverage preparation. This change …
May 20 2025
Rwanda Nears Completion of Medical Marijuana Facility, Targets Export Market Despite Banning Domestic Use
Rwanda’s first medical marijuana production facility is 83% complete and poised to be one of the region’s most tightly regulated export-focused operations. Overseen by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in partnership with King Kong Organics (KKOG), the project is part of a state-sanctioned effort to produce cannabis oils exclusively for foreign markets. Located in the …
May 20 2025
California Governor Announces Largest Ever Multi-Agency Operation Seizes $123.5 Million in Illicit Cannabis
In its largest operation to date, the state’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force dedicated to eradicating illegal cannabis operations conducted a large-scale, multi-agency operation in the Central Valley, leading to the seizure of 105,700 illicit cannabis plants and 22,057 pounds of processed cannabis worth $123.5 million. Through the Task Force, during the week of May …
