Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com (a cannabis news site he founded in 2011 and sold in 2019), and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Rhode Island Breaks Cannabis Sales Record in May With $10.37 Million Sold Across Nearly 300,000 Transactions
Rhode Island set a new monthly record for marijuana sales in May, surpassing all previous totals since the state launched legal adult-use sales in late 2022. According to data released by the Department of Business Regulation, licensed marijuana stores sold $10.37 million worth of product in May. That includes $8.68 million from adult-use purchases and …
Study: Cancer Patients Increasingly Using Marijuana, But State Laws May Not Be Driving the Trend
New research finds that marijuana use has risen among both cancer patients and the general population, but state cannabis laws may not be a key factor behind the increase. A study published in Supportive Care in Cancer by researchers at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center analyzed data from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health …
Total Nationwide Ban on Hemp-Derived THC to Receive Key Committee Vote Tomorrow
A federal spending bill that would enact a sweeping ban on hemp-derived THC products is scheduled for a vote in the full House Appropriations Committee on June 11. The proposed ban is part of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for fiscal year 2026. It includes language that …
Infused Pre-Rolls Dominate California’s Marijuana Market, Reshaping Consumer Trends
Infused pre-rolls are taking over California’s marijuana market, now accounting for a commanding majority of all pre-roll sales and driving significant shifts in consumer behavior. Between December 1, 2024, and February 28, 2025, California’s legal marijuana market generated $1.1 billion in total sales, down slightly—just 0.5%—from the previous period. Of that, pre-rolls brought in $178.1 …
Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Patient Count Falls to Lowest Level Since 2020
Oklahoma’s medical marijuana patient count has fallen to its lowest level in five years, even as product sales remain strong. As of June 9, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority reports 329,170 active patients. That’s the lowest figure recorded since July 2020, when there were just over 313,000 patients. The number also reflects a drop of …
North Carolina: Movement to Legalize Cannabis Gains Considerably More Momentum than Previous Years
North Carolina’s push to legalize recreational marijuana has gained significant momentum this year, with more support from both the state legislature and the governor’s office than ever before. A bill that would legalize adult-use cannabis has now garnered over 20 sponsors—more than any similar proposal has received in previous years, and the governor has expressed …
New York Assembly Bill Filed to Support Small Marijuana Farmers, Senate Companion Already Filed
A bill filed today in the New York State Assembly by Assemblymember Donna Lupardo (D) would provide regulatory relief for small-scale marijuana farmers. The proposal is identical to Senate Bill 8375, which was filed last week. The legislation, Assembly Bill 8811, has been referred to the Assembly Economic Development Committee and serves as the companion …
Study: 37% of Californians Use Marijuana, Majority Report Mental and Physical Health Benefits
According to a new study being published in the upcoming issue of the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, and published online ahead of print by the National Library of Medicine, more than one-third of California adults use marijuana, with most reporting positive effects on their mental, emotional, and physical health. The research, conducted by scientists …
Addie Jenne Becomes First Former New York State Assemblymember to Open a Marijuana Store
Addie Jenne, who spent a decade in the New York State Assembly, has become the first former state representative or assemblymember to open a legal cannabis store. Located in the small village of Theresa in Jefferson County, Jenne’s new business, High Falls Garden, recently opened its doors at 121B Commercial Street. The dispensary is licensed …
Jessica García Confirmed as Chair of New York’s Cannabis Control Board
Jessica García has been confirmed by the New York State Senate to serve as Chair of the Cannabis Control Board. García has served as a board member on the Cannabis Control Board since 2021. Her confirmation as chair marks a new leadership chapter for the board, which oversees the implementation and regulation of New York’s …
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