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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Feb 19 2025
Wisconsin Governor Includes Marijuana Legalization in 2025-2027 Budget as Bicameral Bills Are Filed
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has included a proposal to legalize marijuana in his 2025-2027 budget request, marking another push to regulate and tax cannabis similar to alcohol. On the same day, bipartisan legislation—Assembly Bill 50 and Senate Bill 45—was introduced in the state legislature to legalize and regulate marijuana for adult use. “Legalize, regulate, and …
Feb 19 2025
Nebraska Bill to Restrict Medical Marijuana to Pills and Tinctures Scheduled for Public Hearing
A Nebraska measure that would significantly restrict the allowable forms of medical cannabis has been scheduled for a public hearing in the General Affairs Committee. Filed by Senator Storm last month, the proposal would limit medical marijuana products to pills and liquid tinctures, excluding other forms such as edibles, concentrates, and smokable products. The hearing …
Feb 19 2025
Oregon Initiative Would Legalize Cannabis Cafes, Proponents Aim for November 2026 Ballot
A proposed initiative in Oregon would legalize cannabis cafes, allowing licensed venues to serve food and drinks while permitting on-site marijuana consumption. Backed by the Oregon Cannabis Cafe Coalition, the initiative would amend existing state law to introduce regulated smoking lounges and, eventually, cafes offering infused edibles. “The Cannabis Cafe Coalition is dedicated to making …
Feb 19 2025
Verano Announces Opening of Medical Cannabis Dispensary in North Miami Beach, Company’s 80th Florida Location, 153rd Nationwide
Verano Holdings Corp., a leading multi-state cannabis company, today announced the opening of MÜV North Miami Beach on Friday, February 21st, the company’s 80th Florida location. The new location, located at 16635 NE 19th Ave, will be open from Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 …
Feb 19 2025
THCV and CBD Mucoadhesive Strips Linked to Weight Loss and Metabolic Benefits, Study Finds
A new placebo-controlled study found that mucoadhesive strips containing tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) and cannabidiol (CBD) led to significant weight loss and metabolic improvements over 90 days. The study involved 44 participants, including 31 women and 13 men, with an average age of 51.75 years. Researchers tested two different doses: 8 mg THCV/10 mg CBD and 16 …
Feb 19 2025
California’s Legal Cannabis Market Now Has More Inactive Licenses Than Active Ones
The number of inactive marijuana business licenses in California has now surpassed active ones, highlighting ongoing struggles in the state’s legal industry. An analysis by SFGate found that 10,828 marijuana business licenses in California are now inactive or surrendered, compared to 8,514 active licenses. Jonatan Cvetko, executive director of the United Cannabis Business Association, described …
Feb 19 2025
Study: Patients With Cancer Who Use Medical Marijuana Report Significant Improvements in Symptoms, But Affordability an Issue
A recent study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine found that patients with cancer who use medical marijuana report substantial improvements in managing symptoms. The study found that although most cancer patients find symptom relief from using medical marijuana, high out-of-pocket costs remain a major barrier, particularly for those already facing financial hardship. …
Feb 19 2025
Study: Cannabidiol (CBD) Disrupts Bacterial Cell Walls, Showing Potential as an Antibiotic Alternative
A new study published in the Journal of Proteomics explores the antibacterial properties of cannabidiol (CBD), revealing its potential as an alternative to traditional antibiotics. The research focused on Bacillus licheniformis, Staphylococcus aureus, and Enterococcus faecium, using bacterial inhibition assays, label-free proteomics, and metabolomics to analyze CBD’s effects. The findings indicate that CBD causes significant …
Feb 19 2025
Kentucky Lawmaker Files Resolution Urging U.S. Congress to Allow Medical Marijuana Patients to Own Firearms
State Representative Derek Lewis (R) filed House Resolution 48 in the Kentucky House yesterday, calling on Congress to protect the Second Amendment rights of medical marijuana patients. The resolution, which has been assigned to the Committee on Committees for further consideration, highlights the conflict between federal firearms regulations and state medical marijuana laws. Under current …
Feb 18 2025
Study: CBD Reshapes Gut Microbiome to Enhance Endurance in Animal Model
A study conducted by Jeonbuk National University Medical School and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology found that cannabidiol (CBD) enhances endurance exercise in mice by altering the gut microbiome and promoting muscle adaptation. “Cannabidiol (CBD), a nonpsychoactive compound from Cannabis, has various bioactive functions in humans and animals”, states the study, which …
