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 [email protected].
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Nov 03 2024
Kamala Harris Says “I Will Legalize Recreational Marijuana” and “Create Opportunities for All Americans to Succeed in This New Industry”
In a social media post made this evening, Vice President Kamala Harris said “I will legalize recreational marijuana”. In the post, made on the social media platform X.com, Harris said she will “break down unjust legal barriers, and create opportunities for all Americans to succeed in this new industry.” Last month Harris released a policy …
Nov 03 2024
South Dakota: $458,000 Raised in Support of Marijuana Legalization Initiative, $457,000 Raised in Opposition
The amount of money raised in support of legalizing marijuana in South Dakota is nearly identical to the amount raised by opponents. South Dakota voters are set to consider recreational marijuana legalization on Tuesday with Measure 29, which would allow those 21 and older to possess up to two ounces of marijuana and grow up …
Nov 03 2024
Over $210 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in Ohio Since August 7
Since launching recreational marijuana sales on August 7, Ohio’s marijuana market has recorded a combined $210,831,599 in total sales. Recreational sales make up the largest portion, totaling $131,813,130 across 1,720,152 transactions, while the medical marijuana sector added $79,018,469 through 832,709 purchases, as of October 26. The steady sales growth illustrates strong demand in both markets …
Nov 03 2024
These Ten Marijuana Strains Are the Most Popular in Legal Marijuana States Right Now
With marijuana legal in 24 states, certain strains have risen to prominence, captivating users with their unique effects, flavors, and potency. There are hundreds of different marijuana strains available throughout the legal marijuana market, but some are far more popular than others. Drawing insights from state regulatory data and popular cannabis platforms like Leafly, here …
Nov 02 2024
Here Are the States With the Cheapest Legal Marijuana Prices
Recreational marijuana is legal in 24 states, which could jump to 27 after the November 5 election. In these states, average marijuana prices vary greatly. Due to a variety of reasons —state and local regulations and tax rates, for example— prices vary substantially among the legal marijuana states. With that in mind, in this article …
Nov 02 2024
Rhode Island Legal Marijuana Sales Almost $10 Million in October, $100 Million in 2024
According to the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulations, legal marijuana stores and dispensaries sold a combined $9.79 million in product for the month of October. Recreational marijuana made up the majority, with $7.97 million in sales, while medical marijuana patients accounted for $1.82 million. These figures represent consistent demand, bringing the year-to-date total for …
Nov 02 2024
Study Finds 89% of Americans Support Legalizing Supervised Psilocybin Use
A new study published in AJOB Neuroscience reveals that most Americans support psilocybin use under supervision, with broad bipartisan backing for both mental health treatment and general well-being enhancement. Psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in “magic mushrooms”, remains classified as a Schedule I substance in the U.S., making it illegal for all uses, despite numerous …
Nov 02 2024
Oregon: $79.5 Million in Marijuana Sold in October, Over $7 Billion Since 2015, Price Hits All-Time Low
There was nearly $80 million in marijuana sold legally in October throughout Oregon, bringing the all-time total to above $7 billion. There was exactly $79,544,768 worth of marijuana and marijuana products sold in Oregon in October, according to data released by the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Commission. This marks a slight increase from the $78,565,729 …
Nov 02 2024
The Most Popular Sativa-Dominant Marijuana Strains in the U.S. As of November 2024
For those seeking an uplifting, energizing experience, sativa-dominant marijuana strains are often the preferred choice. Known for their stimulating effects, these strains are ideal for daytime use, creativity, and social settings, in contrast to indica-dominant strains that are more known for relaxing, painkilling effects. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the most …
Nov 01 2024
Gallup Poll: 47% of Americans Have Consumed Marijuana, 68% Support Legalization
Fifteen percent of Americans report they smoke marijuana, according to new Gallup polling. The percentage of U.S. adults who report they smoke marijuana has more than doubled since 2013, when Gallup first added the question to its annual Consumption Habits survey. That year, 7% said they smoke it. Marijuana use varies significantly by gender, age …
