A new protocol published in STAR Protocols details a laboratory method for preparing a nano-micellar cannabidiol (CBD) formulation designed to improve water solubility and support rapid delivery in preclinical research. The protocol, developed by researchers from Harvard Medical School, focuses on a formulation known as CBD-IN. Researchers say cannabinoids have significant therapeutic potential, but their …
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New York Cannabis Board Approves 24 New Licenses, Updates Medical Marijuana Regulations Including Expanded Possession Limits and Out-of-State Patient Access
New York regulators have approved 24 new adult-use marijuana licenses while adopting updated rules for the state’s medical cannabis program, including expanded possession limits, longer patient certifications and access for visiting out-of-state patients. The Cannabis Control Board approved the actions during its July 2 meeting, bringing the total number of adult-use licenses issued statewide to …
North Carolina Senate Approves Bill Restricting Hemp-Derived THC Products, Kratom and Xylazine to Governor
North Carolina’s Senate has given final approval to legislation that would impose new restrictions on hemp-derived consumable products, approving changes to the bill that were approved by a conference committee. If the House gives the proposal one final vote of approval it will be senate to Governor Josh Stein for consideration. The measure is sponsored …
Idaho Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative Moves to Final Review for 2026 Ballot
The campaign to legalize medical marijuana in Idaho has submitted its county-verified petition signatures to the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office, marking the final stage of the state’s initiative review process. The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho said the signatures have now been sent to the state for a final statewide review, which will determine …
DOJ Urges Appeals Court to Reject Attempt to Block Marijuana Rescheduling Order
The U.S. Department of Justice is urging a federal appeals court to reject an attempt to pause an order that moved certain marijuana products from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. In a brief filed Thursday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, DOJ argued that the challengers …
Oregon Marijuana Sales Reach $450 Million in First Half of 2026, Pushing All-Time Total to $8.56 Billion
Oregon’s legal marijuana market sold $75,642,892 worth of products in June, bringing the state’s total for the first half of 2026 to $450,192,062. The new monthly total pushes Oregon’s all-time legal marijuana sales to approximately $8.562 billion. June’s sales total was down slightly from May’s $77,304,123, but remained in line with recent months, continuing a …
Utah Medical Cannabis Sales Top $100 Million in First Half of 2026
Utah medical cannabis sales reached $16.4 million in June, bringing the state’s total for the first half of 2026 to $100.4 million, according to the newest monthly report from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. The June total, $16,442,800, was based on product-category sales listed in the state’s report. The figure includes $8,021,300 …
Trulieve Marks Georgia Medical Cannabis Expansion With First Sale of Flower and Vape Products
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. today commemorated the expansion of Georgia’s medical cannabis program with a ceremonial first sale at its Marietta dispensary, marking the first time certain flower and vaporization products are available to patients in the state. The first purchase was made by retired Army veteran Desi Cleveland and included a Roll One Clutch All …
Delaware Legislature Sends Bill Regulating THC-Infused Beverages to Governor
Delaware lawmakers have given final approval to legislation that would create a statewide regulatory system for THC-infused beverages, sending the measure to Governor Matt Meyer for consideration. House Bill 373 passed the Senate on Tuesday in an 18 to 3 vote before returning to the House, which approved the amended version 38 to 2, with …
Ohio Legal Cannabis Sales Reach $573 Million So Far in 2026, Nearly $4 Billion Since Launch
Ohio’s legal cannabis sales have reached $573,488,973 so far in 2026, according to new figures released today by the state’s Division of Cannabis Control. As of June 13, licensed dispensaries have sold $3,958,711,585 worth of marijuana products since the launch of regulated sales, including $1,581,842,119 in non-medical sales and $2,377,454,506 in medical marijuana sales. The …
