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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Jan 02 2025
Clinical Trial: Psilocybin Promotes Lasting Positive Personality Changes in Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder
According to the results of a new clinical trial, psilocybin holds promise as a tool for reshaping personality traits in people battling alcohol addiction. Researchers from New York University, the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Arizona State University conducted a randomized controlled trial to explore the effects …
Jan 01 2025
California Now Allows Amsterdam-Style Marijuana Cafés as New Law Takes Effect
Cities and counties across California can now authorize licensed cannabis retailers and microbusinesses to prepare and sell non-cannabis food and beverages and host live performances, as Assembly Bill 1775 officially goes into effect today, January 1, 2025. The new law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in late September 2024 and sponsored by Assemblymember Matt Haney, …
Jan 01 2025
Study: UV Light Intensity and Spectrum Influence Cannabis Growth and Terpene Profiles
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science by researchers from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin examines how different UV spectra and intensities impact cannabis growth, yield, and secondary metabolite composition. The study tested three UV light spectra at five intensity levels, analyzing their effects on photomorphogenesis, inflorescence yield, and the chemical profile of cannabis. While …
Jan 01 2025
Study Finds CBD Reduces Costs and Improves Outcomes for Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and Dravet Syndrome
A cost-utility analysis has shown that CBD in combination with usual care offers a cost-effective treatment option for patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) or Dravet syndrome (DS) in the Netherlands. This study, published in the Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research, evaluated the economic and clinical benefits of using plant-derived, highly purified CBD (Epidyolex) …
Jan 01 2025
Colorado: Applications for Psilocybin Treatment Centers Now Open
Colorado has officially launched its application process for psilocybin treatment centers. Approved by voters in 2022, Proposition 122 (the Natural Medicine Health Act) allows regulated use of psilocybin for conditions such as depression and PTSD, for those 21 and older. As of today, January 1, licenses for treatment centers are now open for those interested …
Jan 01 2025
New Oklahoma Bill Would Establish Weekly Purchase Cap for Medical Marijuana Patients
Senator George Burns (R) has prefiled Senate Bill 320 for the 2025 legislative session. The bill would establish a new purchase limit for medical marijuana patients in Oklahoma. If enacted, SB 320 will amend existing state law to limit medical marijuana purchases to no more than two and one-half ounces (70.9 grams) within a one-week …
Jan 01 2025
Ohio Marijuana Sales Update: Over $378 Million in Combined Sales Since August, $2.3 Billion All-Time
Between August 7 and December 28, marijuana sales in Ohio have reached a total of $378,503,351. This includes $136,336,331 in medical marijuana purchases and $242,167,020 in recreational marijuana sales. The average price per gram has dropped to $7.01, reflecting a continued trend of declining costs for consumers. The average price of a gram of dried …
Jan 01 2025
Incoming Senate Majority Leader Says He’s “Not a Fan” of SAFER Banking Act, Appears Unsure of Marijuana Rescheduling
Senator John Thune, who will take over as Senate Majority Leader later this month, says he’s “not a fan” of SAFER Banking while appearing unsure of his opinion on marijuana rescheduling. When asked by Matt Laslo of Ask a Pol “What are your thoughts on the SAFER Banking Act?”, Senator Thune responded by saying “I’m …
Jan 01 2025
New York Governor Celebrates New York Surpassing $1 Billion in Retail Marijuana Sales
Governor Kathy Hochul today proudly announced that New York State’s cannabis industry has reached a historic milestone of more than $1 billion in retail sales. This achievement “reflects the dedication of entrepreneurs, consumers, and communities who have embraced the legal market and helped to establish New York as a national leader in cannabis equity and …
Dec 31 2024
Federal Judge Rules Gun Ban for Marijuana Consumers is Unconstitutional
A federal judge in Texas has dismissed an indictment against a man who was charged with possessing firearms while using marijuana, ruling the federal law prohibiting such conduct unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge David Briones, presiding over the Western District of Texas, ruled against the prosecution of Adrian Gil, II, citing that the Government failed to …
