Anthony Martinelli is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. He previously founded and served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, a cannabis news site he launched in 2011 and sold in 2019. He has also 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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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 …
Study: Cannabichromene (CBC) Demonstrates Antidepressant Effects in Animal and Computer Model
A new study published in Naunyn-Schmiedeberg’s Archives of Pharmacology found that cannabichromene (CBC), a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, may have significant antidepressant effects through its interaction with cannabinoid 2 (CB2) receptors. The study was conducted by researchers from four Indian institutions, including G D Goenka University and Amity University. Using a combination of computer modeling and animal …
Missouri Supreme Court Hears Case on Stacked Marijuana Taxes Impacting Dozens of Cities and Counties
The Missouri Supreme Court is considering whether cities and counties can both impose a 3% sales tax on recreational marijuana, a decision that could affect more than 70 jurisdictions statewide. The case centers on Robust Missouri 3 LLC, a dispensary in Florissant that says customers are currently paying a combined marijuana sales tax of 6%—3% …
Study: Full-Spectrum CBD With Small Amounts of THC Reduces Alcohol Cravings Without Adverse Effects
A new study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry found that full-spectrum cannabidiol (CBD) containing trace amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) may reduce alcohol cravings in individuals with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder (AUD), without causing significant side effects. Researchers from the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital Colorado conducted a randomized, eight-week trial with 44 …
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