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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U.S. Cannabis Industry’s Economic Impact to Hit $123.6 Billion in 2025, $241 Billion by 2031
The total economic impact of the U.S. cannabis industry is expected to nearly double over the next six years, from $123 billion to $241 billion, according to new data released by MJBizDaily. In 2025, the industry is projected to contribute $123.6 billion to the U.S. economy, with $35.3 billion coming from retail sales and the …
Harvard Study: Psychedelics Can Reverse Fear Behavior by Targeting Brain-Immune Pathways
A new study published in Nature by researchers at Harvard Medical School has found that psychedelic compounds can reduce stress-induced fear responses by altering neuroimmune activity in the brain. The research highlights a mechanism in which astrocytes—cells in the amygdala involved in emotional processing—help regulate fear through the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). The study …
Washington Governor Signs Bill Extending Collective Bargaining Rights to Cannabis Farm Workers
Governor Bob Ferguson today signed House Bill 1141, making Washington one of the only states to guarantee collective bargaining protections for the thousands of employees who plant, harvest, trim, cure and sort marijuana on licensed farms. The measure cleared the Senate last week on a 29 to 20 vote after passing the House in March, …
Hawaii Department of Health Issues 25th Medical Marijuana Dispensary License—Here’s Where They’re All Located
Hawaii’s Department of Health (DOH) has licensed the state’s 25th medical cannabis dispensary. Last week the DOG issued a formal notice to proceed for Mānoa Botanicals, LLC dba Noa Botanicals after it passed its final on-site inspection for its fourth retail facility. Noa Botanicals’ new retail site is located at 345 Royal Hawaiian Ave., Honolulu, …
Study: Cannabidiol Found Safe and Effective for Children With Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
A new study published in the journal Indian Pediatrics finds that cannabidiol (CBD) can be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for children with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE), including those with Lennox-Gastaut and Dravet syndromes. Researchers from the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health reviewed the medical records of 50 children with DRE who had been treated …
Montana Passes $1 Billion in Legal Cannabis Sales Since 2022
Montana’s legal marijuana market has officially surpassed $1 billion in total sales, following more than $26 million in sales in March. According to data released by the Montana Department of Revenue, legal marijuana sales reached $26,582,252 in March. Of March’s total, the vast majority—$23,264,823—came from recreational marijuana, while medical marijuana sales accounted for $3,317,430. The …
Maryland Governor Signs Bill Legalizing Home Production of Cannabis Concentrates and Expanding Resentencing Options
Maryland Governor Wes Moore today signed into law legislation that legalizes the personal production of cannabis concentrates and edibles, while also enabling individuals to seek reduced sentences for certain marijuana-related offenses. The new law (House Bill 413) allows those 21 and older to manufacture a personal use amount of cannabis products or concentrates at a …
Cannabidiol (CBD) Therapy Could Reduce Symptoms In Autistic Children And Teenagers, Finds Study
New research presented at the 2025 European Congress of Psychiatry reveals that the use of cannabidiol (CBD)-heavy cannabis extract can lead to meaningful benefits and improve the behavior of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD affects approximately 1 in 100 children around the world and symptoms can include difficult language, difficulty expressing …
Psilocybin Therapy May Reduce Cancer-Related Depression and Distress, Finds Mayo Clinic Study
According to a new study from Mayo Clinic researchers, psilocybin therapy may help ease psychological suffering in cancer patients. A new systematic review published in the journal Palliative & Supportive Care finds that psilocybin-assisted therapy may significantly reduce symptoms of psychological and existential distress in people with life-threatening cancer. The review was conducted by researchers …
Ohio: Legal Marijuana Transactions Surpass 25 Million
Ohio has officially recorded more than 25 million legal marijuana transactions since the launch of its medical cannabis market in 2019. According to new data released today by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, there have been 25,095,944 total transactions in the state’s regulated marijuana system as of April 19. That figure includes both medical …
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