Oklahoma’s medical marijuana program continues to see a sharp decline in active patient licenses, with August’s count dropping to 318,578—the lowest level recorded since June 2020. The new figure marks the eighth consecutive month of decline, down from 326,828 in July and well below the 2022 peak of nearly 387,000 patients.
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Oklahoma Initiative Campaign to Legalize Cannabis Expands Petition Availability to Over 400 Locations in 100+ Cities
Oklahoma’s push to legalize recreational marijuana has rapidly expanded its reach, with petitions to support the measure now available for signing in more than 400 locations across over 100 cities statewide. Organized by Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action, the campaign behind State Question 837 has built a widespread signing network to make participation as convenient …
Vermont Marijuana Industry Generates $72 Million in Sales in First Half of 2025, Nearly 10% Increase Compared to 2024
Vermont’s legal marijuana market continued its steady expansion through the first six months of 2025, posting higher sales and excise tax revenue compared to the same period last year. Between January and June 2025, taxable marijuana sales reached $71.85 million, generating $10.92 million in excise tax revenue. That marks an increase from the first half …
Anchorage Assembly to Vote on Allowing Marijuana Cafes With Onsite Smoking
The Anchorage Assembly will vote Tuesday on an ordinance to allow licensed marijuana cafes where adults can purchase and smoke on site, aligning the city with other Alaska communities that already permit onsite consumption. The proposal was introduced by East Anchorage Assembly member George Martinez, who said the change reflects the intent of voters when …
Florida Cannabis Legalization Initiative Poised to Make November 2026 Ballot
A federal court ruling has removed what was considered the biggest obstacle to a Florida marijuana legalization initiative, all but ensuring its place on the November 2026 ballot. The Smart & Safe Florida campaign, which is working to qualify the initiative, had challenged a law signed earlier this year by Governor Ron DeSantis that severely …
Arts, Beats & Eats Festival in Royal Oak, Michigan to Feature Cannabis Lounge Including Dab Bar and Rolling Station
For the third consecutive year, Arts, Beats & Eats, taking place August 29 to September 1, is welcoming back a cannabis lounge hosted by House of Dank. Known as DankWay, the lounge will be located on 7th Street between Washington and Center in Royal Oak, giving adults 21 and older a designated space to purchase …
New Study Identifies Universal Genetic Marker for Early Sexing of Marijuana Plants
Researchers from University College Dublin have developed what they call a breakthrough method to determine the sex of cannabis plants at an early stage of growth. The study, published in Planta, introduces CsPDS5, a highly conserved genetic marker that enables precise, affordable, and reliable sex identification using a simple PCR-based assay.
Study Finds Cannabinoids Show Potent Anti-Biofilm Activity Against MRSA
According to the results of a new study published in the Journal of Applied Microbiology, several cannabinoids, including CBN, THC, CBG, CBC, and CBD, demonstrate significant activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) biofilms, a major source of hospital-acquired pneumonia. Researchers evaluated the five main phytocannabinoids for their effects on MRSA biofilms using crystal violet staining, …
Republican National Committee (RNC) Selects Joe Gruters as Chair, Marking First GOP Leader to Back Marijuana Legalization
State Senator Joe Gruters of Florida has been officially chosen to lead the Republican National Committee, becoming the first RNC chair in history to openly support legalizing cannabis. Gruters, who previously served as RNC treasurer, was formally elevated to the top role during the committee’s summer meeting in Atlanta. His selection came without opposition, following …
Study: CBD and Low-Dose Radiation Show Protective Effects Against Hepatic Encephalopathy
A study published recently in the peer-reviewed journal Immunopharmacology and Immunotoxicology finds that cannabidiol (CBD), alone or combined with low-dose ionizing radiation (LDR), may help protect against brain and liver damage linked to hepatic encephalopathy (HE). Hepatic encephalopathy, a condition stemming from severe liver dysfunction, can trigger inflammation, oxidative stress, and cognitive decline. To test …
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