Apr 10 2025
Twenty-four U.S. states have legalized recreational marijuana as of 2025, marking a dramatic shift in drug policy over the past decade. The movement began in 2012 with voter initiatives in Colorado and Washington, and has since expanded through a mix of ballot measures and legislative actions. Below is a state-by-state timeline of legalization, in order …
Apr 10 2025
April 20, known simply as 420, has become the most recognized holiday in marijuana culture—a day of celebration, protest, and unity. But how did a random number become synonymous with marijuana? The story begins not with politicians or activists—though both now use the 4/20 moniker to push legislation and agendas—but with a group of high …
Apr 08 2025
Tilray Brands, Inc., a global lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company at the forefront of beverage, cannabis and wellness industries, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended February 28, 2025. Tilray has confirmed that current tariffs are not having an impact on its operations. In the third quarter, the company generated net revenue …
Apr 08 2025
As marijuana reform continues to advance nationwide, state governors play a critical role in shaping policy on legalization, decriminalization, medical access, and federal reform efforts. From full support for legalization, to firm opposition to any type of reform, here’s where all 50 U.S. governors currently stand on cannabis law reform as of April 2025, based …
Apr 07 2025
The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) is currently recruiting participants for six clinical trials exploring the therapeutic potential of cannabis across various medical conditions. These studies aim to deepen our understanding of cannabis’s effects on pain relief, HIV treatment, neuropathic pain, and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Information on these six studies can be …
Apr 07 2025
Here’s where every U.S. senator stands on marijuana-related issues, including legalization, decriminalization, and the SAFER Banking Act, and more. The detailed guide below breaks down where all 100 U.S. senators stand on key cannabis reforms—from recreational and medical legalization to decriminalization, the SAFER Banking Act (to allow marijuana banking nationwide), and federal rescheduling. The senators …
Apr 07 2025
Avicanna Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of plant-derived cannabinoid-based products, has announced that it will host its 5th medical symposium on Cannabinoid-based Medicine on June 6th, 2025. The Toronto-based Symposium, From Emerging Evidence to Clinical Practice, is open to healthcare practitioners and researchers and will include various speakers covering …
Apr 03 2025
23 states have legalized the licensed distribution of cannabis, but how they approach taxes and regulations varies substantially. Of these 23 states —21 of which have a currently operating adult-use market, with Delaware’s and Minnesota’s launching later this year— marijuana taxes range from just 6%, all the way to 37%. Below is a list of …
Apr 02 2025
As the movement for marijuana legalization continues to gain momentum across the United States, several states are preparing for potential public votes on the issue in 2026. A number of states are vying to become the 25th to legalize recreational cannabis, including states like New Hampshire, where legalization bills have been advancing in the legislature …
Apr 02 2025
Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a leading vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis company, today announced the grand opening of its 32nd Florida dispensary in Orange Park on April 4 and 5, 2025. Located at 921 N Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL, the 4,680-square-foot facility is well positioned to serve the medical cannabis community in and around Jacksonville and …
