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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Connecticut Marijuana Sales Hit $23.8 Million in April, Pushing 2025 Total to Almost $100 Million
Connecticut’s licensed marijuana stores sold a combined $23,798,144 worth of products in April, according to data released today by the Department of Consumer Protection. The total includes $17,496,048 in adult-use sales and $6,302,096 in medical marijuana purchases. This brings the state’s marijuana sales total for the first four months of 2025 to $95,368,392. The average …
New Report Details the “Top Five Trends in Cannabis”
A new global report released by Research and Markets outlines the top five trends currently shaping the legal cannabis industry, highlighting both challenges and opportunities as the market continues to evolve. According to Top Five Trends in Cannabis, the adult-use sector remains the driving force behind global cannabis growth, influencing both consumer behavior and regulatory …
Maryland Marijuana Sales Pass $97 Million in April, Year-to-Date Total Tops $377 Million
Maryland’s legal marijuana industry generated $97,381,768 in total sales for April 2025, according to new data released by the Maryland Cannabis Administration. That brings the state’s year-to-date total to $377,965,583. Of the sales in April, approximately $75 million came from adult-use purchases. Flower remained the most popular product category, accounting for $56 million in sales. …
The Top 50 CBD Studies Published in 2025
The early months of 2025 have seen a surge of research centered on cannabidiol (CBD), with studies investigating its role in treating a variety of health conditions. As interest in CBD continues to grow across both medical and therapeutic markets, researchers have been examining its effects on everything from neurological disorders to substance use and …
North Carolina Cannabis Superstore, Nation’s Largest Marijuana Outlet, Celebrates 250 Days Open to Everyone 21+
The Great Smoky Cannabis Company in Cherokee, North Carolina is marking a major milestone this week: 250 days of continuous operation since opening its doors to everyone 21 and older on September 7, 2024. Operated by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), the superstore is the only legal marijuana outlet in the state—and it’s …
Texas House Approves Medical Cannabis Bill, Officially Sending It to Senate
The Texas House of Representatives has given final approval to House Bill 46, voting 121 to 22 to pass the legislation through its third and final reading and send it to the Senate for consideration. HB 46, which was passed today through its final reading a day after it passed its second reading, would significantly …
Oregon Legislature Approves Psilocybin Bill Protecting Licensed Health Providers, Sending it to Governor Kotek
The Oregon Senate has voted 24 to 5 in favor of legislation that would allow licensed health care providers to discuss and offer psilocybin services without risking disciplinary action. House Bill 2387, which cleared the House unanimously in a 55 to 0 vote last month, now heads to Governor Tina Kotek for consideration. If signed …
New York Bill Proposes New Standards for Conditional Marijuana Retail Licenses
New York State Senator Jeremy Cooney (D) introduced legislation today that would establish new eligibility requirements for conditional adult-use marijuana retail dispensary licenses. The measure, Senate Bill 7890, has been referred to the Senate Investigations and Government Operations Committee. Proponents say it’s designed to ensure that licenses are granted to individuals or organizations with strong ties …
Former Uruguay President José Mujica, Who Led Nation to Become First-Ever to Legalize Cannabis, Dies at 89
José “Pepe” Mujica, the former president of Uruguay who championed marijuana legalization and led his nation to become the first in the world to officially legalize recreational cannabis, has died at the age of 89. Mujica served as president from 2010 to 2015, during which time he oversaw a bold and historic shift in drug …
Delaware Committee Approves Bill to Regulate Hemp-Derived THC-Infused Beverages
The Delaware House Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce Committee has approved a bill to create a regulatory framework for the production and sale of hemp-derived THC-infused beverages. House Bill 98 was filed on May 7 and cleared committee today, just six days later. The proposal would allow licensed marijuana product manufacturers and licensed alcohol manufacturers to …
