National Coalition Launches Initiative to Expand Medical Cannabis Access for Women’s Health Conditions

The Women’s Cannabis Project, in collaboration with Association of Cannabinoid Specialists, Chicago NORML, and Society of Cannabis Clinicians, today announced the launch of a coordinated national campaign to expand medical cannabis access for women’s health conditions, beginning with Endometriosis, Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, and Female Orgasmic Disorder (FOD).

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Hawaii Senate Committees Unanimously Approve Bill to Allow Dispensaries to Sell Cannabis Seeds to Patients

A Hawaii bill that would allow medical marijuana dispensaries to sell viable cannabis seeds to registered patients has been given approval by two Senate committees, both unanimously.

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Minnesota Has Issued 135 Cannabis Business Licenses Including Nearly 100 Retail Locations

Minnesota’s legal marijuana market continues to take shape, with new data from the Office of Cannabis Management showing 135 cannabis business licenses issued so far alongside nearly 100 adult-use retail sites now licensed across the state.

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U.S. Legal Marijuana Sales Reach $2.25 Billion in January, Up Over 10% From a Year Ago

According to an analysis of state sales data conducted by The Marijuana Herald, legal marijuana sales across the U.S. reached $2.25 billion last month, an increase of over 10% from January 2025.

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Curaleaf Closes $500 Million Bond Deal at 11.5% Interest, Refinances 2026 Debt

Curaleaf Holdings has completed a $500 million private placement of 11.5% senior secured notes due in 2029, refinancing its existing debt and extending its maturity runway by three years.

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Connecticut Bill to Update Cannabis Testing, Delivery Rules Scheduled for February 23 Public Hearing

Legislation that would make a series of changes to Connecticut’s marijuana testing standards, delivery rules, and hybrid retailer requirements has been scheduled for a public hearing on February 23 before the General Law Committee.

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Clinical Trial Finds CBD Suppositories Linked to Symptom Relief in Men With Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome

A clinical trial published in Biomedical Papers of the Medical Faculty of the University Palacky, Olomouc, Czech Republic, found that rectal suppositories containing cannabidiol (CBD) and hyaluronic acid (HA) were associated with symptom improvements in men diagnosed with chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, also known as chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS).

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Study: Cannabis Drinks Linked to 50% Drop in Alcohol Use, University at Buffalo Study Finds

A new study published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs finds that adults who began using cannabis-infused beverages cut their alcohol consumption nearly in half, with many reporting fewer binge-drinking episodes and some stopping alcohol use entirely.

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Colorado Senate Advances Bill to Allow Terminally Ill Patients to Use Medical Marijuana in Health Facilities

A measure that would require licensed health facilities in Colorado to allow terminally ill patients to use medical marijuana while receiving care has been approved by the full Senate through its second reading.

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Virginia Medical Marijuana Sales Top $15 Million in January

Virginia’s regulated medical marijuana market generated $15,084,882 in sales in January, according to newly released data from the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority.

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