Overview A study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found that 10 non-psychotropic phytocannabinoids—particularly CBDV and CBG—demonstrated meaningful anti-inflammatory effects. Researchers from the University of Chemistry and Technology and the Czech Academy...
United Center Becomes First Major US Arena to Partner with Cannabis Drink Brands
Overview Chicago's United Center, the largest entertainment arena in the US, has entered a historic partnership with cannabis drink brands, establishing the first-ever official THC sponsorship at a major American venue. The...
Hawaii Senators Approve Limited Marijuana Legalization Bill After House Punts for 2026
Overview Hawaii senators have taken up a pair of bills to legalize marijuana, with one proposal contingent on federal reform or changes to the state Constitution. The Senate's advancement comes after the...
Cannabis Industry Wage Crisis: Minimum Wage Catching Up to Once-Premium Jobs
Overview The cannabis industry, once known for above-average pay, is falling behind as minimum wages rise in 22 states and dozens of cities. Price compression and debt are forcing operators to make...
Massachusetts Surpasses $9 Billion in Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Since 2018 Launch
Overview Massachusetts officials announced the state has surpassed $9 billion in adult-use cannabis purchases since the market launched in 2018, a major milestone for one of the East Coast's earliest recreational markets....
Texas Voters Weigh In on Marijuana Legalization in Primary Election
Overview Marijuana legalization is on the primary election ballot in Texas, marking a significant moment for cannabis reform in one of the nation's most conservative states and a major hemp-producing state. The...
First Human Clinical Trial: CBG Reduces Anxiety and Stress Without Intoxication
Overview In one of the first double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trials of isolated CBG in humans, a 20mg oral dose of hemp-derived cannabigerol produced statistically significant reductions in subjective anxiety and stress, along...
Study: Cannabis Beverages Help People Cut Alcohol Consumption Nearly in Half
Overview A University at Buffalo study published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs found that people who switched to cannabis-infused beverages cut their weekly alcohol intake roughly in half—from 7.02 drinks to...
Virginia Lawmakers Approve Cannabis Retail Framework, Sales Could Begin Nov 2026
Overview After years of false starts and vetoes, Virginia lawmakers approved legislation to establish a legal adult-use cannabis retail market. Under the plan, retail sales could begin Nov 1, 2026. The state...
Colorado Hemp Farmers Warn New Federal THC Rules Will ‘Devastate’ the Industry
Overview Colorado hemp farmers are sounding the alarm as the Nov 12, 2026 federal deadline approaches. Under the new 0.4mg THC per-container cap, most hemp products on today's market become illegal. Small...