Patient participation and overall enrollment in Washington, D.C.’s medical marijuana program continued to climb in December, while sales rebounded from a slight dip the prior month, according to new data released by the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration.
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Jan 12 2026
Washington, D.C. Medical Marijuana Sales Hit $100.9 Million in 2025 as Patient Count Grows to Nearly 100,000
Jan 12 2026
Connecticut Sets New Monthly Marijuana Sales Record in December as Prices Hit All-Time Low
Connecticut’s legal marijuana industry generated more sales in December than any previous month, despite prices falling to a new all-time low.
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Jan 12 2026
Study: CBD Shows Potent Antibacterial Activity Against Drug-Resistant Enterococcus Strains
In a new lab study published in Molecules, researchers say cannabidiol (CBD) may have strong antibacterial effects against Enterococcus bacteria, including strains that are increasingly difficult to treat with existing antibiotics.
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Jan 12 2026
Study: Hemp Seed Extracts May Enhance Effectiveness of Antibiotics and Antifungal Medications
A study published by the journal Plants reports that extracts derived from hemp seeds may enhance the effectiveness of certain antibiotics and antifungal medications, with results varying significantly depending on both the hemp cultivar and the extraction method used. The research was conducted by scientists from Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy and focused on three Romanian hemp seed varieties: Lovrin 110, Silvana, and LV 585.
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Jan 12 2026
Study: CBD Gel Reduced Jaw Muscle Activity in Adults With Temporomandibular Disorders
A randomized, double-blind pilot study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found that nightly application of an intraoral cannabidiol (CBD) gel significantly reduced jaw muscle activity in adults with temporomandibular disorders, which are commonly associated with bruxism and chronic facial pain. The research was conducted by scientists from the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice and the Opole University of Technology.
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Jan 11 2026
Indiana Senate Bill Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana, Including Licensed Sales
An Indiana Senate bill filed this week by State Senator Rodney Pol Jr. (D) would legalize marijuana for those 21 and older and create a new state agency to regulate cultivation, processing, testing and retail sales. Continue reading
Jan 11 2026
Low-Dose CBD Protected Developing Heart From Oxygen-Related Injury in Newborn Animal Study
According to the results of a study published recently by the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, low doses of cannabidiol (CBD) may help protect the developing heart from damage caused by high oxygen exposure, a common risk for babies born prematurely.
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Jan 11 2026
Randomized Controlled Trial Finds CBD May Reduce Anxiety and Perceived Effort in Runners
A clinical trial published in the journal Nutrients finds that a single dose of cannabidiol (CBD) can help runners feel calmer and slightly reduce perceived effort during a short-distance run, without affecting performance or causing gastrointestinal issues.
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Jan 10 2026
Study: Cannabis Extract Triggered Cell Death and Reduced Invasion in Human Breast Cancer Cells
A study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences reports that a cannabis extract reduced cell growth, promoted apoptosis, and limited invasive behavior in two human breast cancer cell lines.
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Jan 09 2026
Vermont Bill Would Require Cities to Vote on Allowing Marijuana Stores During 2026 Election
Legislation filed today in Vermont would require every municipality that has not already taken a formal vote on marijuana retailers to do so at the 2026 general election, effectively forcing the question onto the ballot statewide.
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