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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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New Texas Bill Would Legalize Marijuana for Everyone 21 and Older

A bill to legalize marijuana for everyone 21 and older was introduced today in the Texas House of Representatives by State Rep. John Bucy (D). House Bill 2975, titled the Texas Regulation of Cannabis Act, would allow for the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale, and possession of marijuana and related products. The legislation establishes a licensing …

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Illinois Senate Committee Advances Bill to Prohibit Vehicle Searches Based on Cannabis Odor

A key committee in the Illinois Senate has given approval to legislation that would restrict law enforcement from searching vehicles based solely on the smell of cannabis. The Senate Criminal Law Committee voted 7 to 3 in favor of Senate Bill 42, which would eliminate the requirement that cannabis be stored in an odor-proof container …

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Ohio Committee Holds Hearing on Bill to Roll Back Voter-Approved Recreational Marijuana Law, Nearly All Oppose

Ohio’s Senate General Government Committee held a hearing today on a bill that would significantly alter the state’s recreational marijuana law. The committee held the hearing today on Senate Bill 56, which would roll back some of the state’s recreational marijuana law, which was approved by voters in 2023. Over 40 people provided testimony in …

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New Poll Finds 67% of Florida Voters Support Legalizing Marijuana, Including 55% of Republicans

A new poll from the University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) shows that 67% of Florida voters support legalizing marijuana for adult use. The survey, conducted among 871 active registered voters, indicates strong bipartisan backing, with 83% of Democrats, 66% of independents, and 55% of Republicans in favor. The results come months …

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Ohio Marijuana Sales Reach $509 Million Since August, Resulting in $62 Million in Tax Revenue

Ohio’s recreational marijuana market has surpassed $500 million in sales since launching on August 7. According to data released today by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, adult-use marijuana sales have reached $333,124,769 across 4,508,842 transactions. Meanwhile, medical marijuana sales totaled $176,177,276 from 1,873,160 transactions, bringing combined sales to $509,302,045 across 6,382,002 transactions, averaging $80 …

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Rick Williams’ Highsman Releases “HIT STICKS”, an “Entirely New Single-Use Cannabis Product Category”

Former NFL running back Ricky Williams’ cannabis and lifestyle brand Highsman has announced the release of its newest product, HIT STICKS, in Massachusetts. According to a press release sent today, “HIT STICKS will shake up the fastest-growing product category in cannabis, the pre-roll market.” Headset data suggests that connoisseur and infused pre-rolls could represent 50% or …

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States With the Cheapest Legal Cannabis Prices as of February 2025

The average price of cannabis varies substantially across the over 20 states with operating recreational marijuana markets. Here, we look at the states with the lowest average costs. Due to substantial variations in tax rates, regulations, etc., the cost of cannabis can be drastically different from one legal marijuana state to the next. Using data …

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