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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Cannabigerol Inhibits Growth of Drug-Resistant Streptococcus iniae by Disrupting Cell Membranes
In a new study published by the journal Archives of Microbiology, the cannabis compound cannabigerol “inhibited the growth of S. iniae by disrupting the cell membrane.” Evaluation of the antibacterial activity and mechanism of cannabigerol against drug-resistant Streptococcus iniae in vitro Conducted by researchers from Sichuan Agricultural University, Sichuan University, and the Sichuan Aquatic Animal …
Santa Cruz County Officials Approve Allowing Cannabis Lounges, Establish Pilot Program for Consumption and Sales at Local Farms
Santa Cruz County officials have given approval to on-site cannabis consumption at retail outlets, while also approving a 3-year pilot program allowing cannabis consumption and sales at local farms. In a narrow 3 to 2 vote on Tuesday, the county Board of Supervisors finalized an ordinance allowing the county’s 11 cannabis retailers to offer dedicated …
Iowa Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Legalize Psilocybin for PTSD
A key committee in the Iowa House of Representatives has given approval to a bill that would legalize psilocybin for those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The House Ways and Means Committee voted 23 to 0 today to pass House File 620, renumbering it as House File 978. Sponsored by Representative John Wills (R), the …
Maine Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Cannabis Workers’ Access to Credit
A bipartisan coalition of Maine legislators filed Senate Bill 1314 today, titled “An Act to Protect Cannabis Industry Workers’ Access to Personal Credit.” The bill, filed by 10 members of the Maine House and Senate, would prevent financial discrimination against individuals employed in the state’s cannabis sector, ensuring that cannabis industry workers are not denied …
New Jersey Assembly Committee Advances Bill to Expand Labor Rights for Cannabis Workers
The New Jersey Assembly Labor Committee has voted 5 to 1 to advance Assembly Bill 4182, a measure to expand labor rights for cannabis industry workers. Sponsored by Assemblymembers Wayne DeAngelo (D) and Reginald Atkins (D) and filed in April 2024, the legislation would grant cannabis employees protections similar to those enjoyed by other private-sector …
Massachusetts Inspector General Finds “Poor Management” At Cannabis Control Commission Resulted In Failure To Collect Nearly $2 Million in Fees
Massachusetts’ Inspector General is advising the Cannabis Control Commission to conduct an audit after an investigation found that the agency did not collect nearly $2 million in fees over a two-year period. In a letter sent today, Inspector General Jeffrey S. Shapiro advised the Executive Director and the Acting Chair of Cannabis Control Commission to conduct an …
Study Finds CBD May Help Manage Jaw Pain from Temporomandibular Disorders
A new study published in the journal Pharmaceutics suggests that cannabidiol (CBD) may offer relief for people suffering from temporomandibular disorders (TMDs)—a group of conditions causing pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. Researchers from the Medical University of Silesia in Poland conducted a comprehensive review of studies from 2007 to 2024, …
Study: CBD-Rich Cannabis Extract Outperforms Hydrocortisone in Reducing Skin Inflammation
According to a new study published in the journal Pharmaceuticals, CBD-rich cannabis extract may be more effective than hydrocortisone in reducing inflammation caused by atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as eczema. Conducted by researchers from the University of Warsaw and the Polish Academy of Sciences, the study highlights CBD’s potential as a promising alternative to …
Minnesota Lawmakers Introduce New Bill to Establish Psilocybin Therapeutic Use Program
A group of five Minnesota lawmakers led by State Representative Andrew Smith (D) introduced House Bill 2906 today, marking another step toward expanding access to psychedelic-assisted therapies in the state. The bill has been referred to the House Health Finance and Policy Committee for consideration. The measure was filed just a few days after a …
Ohio Marijuana Sales Top $600 Million Since Launch of Recreational Market on August 7
Licensed marijuana stores and dispensaries in Ohio have generate over $600 million in total sales since August 7, the first day of recreational sales. According to data released today by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, total marijuana sales between August 7 and March 22 reached $608,511,077, including $405,073,581 in recreational sales and $203,437,496 in …
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