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Curaleaf Reports Q3 2025 Financial Results
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. unveiled its third-quarter financials, revealing ...
Mamdani’s Mayoral Win: Is It a Sign of Equity in NY’s Cannabis Field?
LOS ANGELES – New York City's mayoral race concluded with ...
Trulieve Opens Dispensary in Cincinnati, Strengthening Ohio Market Position
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a major multi-state Cannabis operator, has launched its first dispensary in Cincinnati, marking the company's 7th location in Ohio and its 238th nationwide. The facility stocks a range of Trulieve's ...
Jushi Sues Pennsylvania Retailers Over Unregulated Hemp-Derived THC Products
PHILADELPHIA – Jushi Holdings Inc. has initiated legal action against 10 hemp companies in Pennsylvania, alleging they sell intoxicating products disguised as legal hemp that violate state laws and erode profits for licensed operators. The complaint, ...
STUDY: Cannabis Consumers Engage in Greater Levels of Physical Exercise
OKLAHOMA CITY–Middle-aged adults are more likely to engage in physical activities on days when they also consume cannabis, according to data published in the journal Addictive Behaviors. Researchers affiliated with the University of Oklahoma assessed the relationship between cannabis use ...
ANALYSIS : The Looming End of Unregulated Hemp-Derived Intoxicants
LOS ANGELES- July 21, 2025 The hemp-derived THC loophole may be living on borrowed time. Over the past year, the unregulated market for intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids—most notably delta-8 and delta-10 THC—has come under increasing legal ...
Psychedelic Retreats Offer Mental Health Breakthrough for Military Veterans
LOS ANGELES- A growing body of evidence is challenging how we treat combat-related trauma—and this time, it’s not coming from a VA clinic, but from jungle retreats in Peru and quiet mushroom ceremonies in Jamaica. ...
Rep. Salud Carbajal Responds to DHS Claims After ICE Raid at Cannabis Farm
LOS ANGELES- U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D‑CA‑24) is facing criticism following a July 10 ICE raid at two Glass House Farms cannabis cultivation sites in Carpinteria and Camarillo, California. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ...
Pennsylvania Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Legalize Recreational Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Pennsylvania lawmakers today announced the introduction of two parallel bipartisan bills aimed at legalizing adult-use recreational cannabis. The effort builds on mounting momentum amid state budget pressures and growing public support. In the ...
Missouri Activists Gird Up for 2026 Ballot Measure to Unify Hemp and Cannabis Regulations
LOS ANGELES – Missouri Cannabis advocates, led by hemp business owners, plan to submit a ballot initiative in the coming days that would combine regulations for hemp and Cannabis products under a single framework for ...
Australian Cannabis Prices Drop to New Lows, Pressuring Domestic Producers
MELBOURNE – Medicinal Cannabis flower prices in Australia have fallen to a minimum of $3.30 per gram at the patient level, a development that has intensified debates over the viability of the country's homegrown industry. ...
Google Launches Limited Test of Cannabis Advertising on Its Search Platform in Canada
TORONTO – Google has started a restricted trial allowing select Canadian Cannabis companies to place ads on its search engine, marking a cautious step toward easing long-standing prohibitions on such promotions. The initiative, which went ...
Reunion Neuroscience to be Acquired by MPM BioImpact in $13.1 Million All-Cash Deal
LOS ANGELES-- Reunion Neuroscience Inc. a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in innovative therapies for underserved mental health conditions, has announced a definitive arrangement agreement with MPM BioImpact, a leading biotechnology investment firm. Under the agreement, ...
California’s Regulated Cannabis Market Sees Decline in Sales and Tax Revenue in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES-- California's hopes of increased consumer participation in the regulated cannabis market did not translate into a boost in licensed retail sales or state tax revenue during the first quarter of 2023. According to ...
C21 Investments Repays $30 Million Debt to CEO Sonny Newman
LOS ANGELES-- C21 Investments Inc., a vertically integrated cannabis company, announced today the successful completion of the full repayment of its $30 million senior secured note owed to Sonny Newman, the Company's President and Chief ...
Humble & Fume Inc. Announces Intention to Raise Approximately C$2 Million through Non-Brokered Private Placement
LOS ANGELES-- Humble & Fume Inc., a distributor of cannabis and cannabis accessories in North America, has revealed its plans to undertake a non-brokered private placement offering. The company intends to issue approximately 2,000 convertible ...
Trulieve Disciplined for Worker Death; Announces Exit from Competitive California & Massachusetts Markets
LOS ANGELES–Trulieve, a prominent cannabis company, has recently found itself embroiled in a distressing incident. In Massachusetts, a tragic workplace accident resulted in the death of one of Trulieve's employees. The company has since faced ...
Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Cannabis, Expanding Market and Tax Revenue
MINNESOTA. - Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has signed into law a bill legalizing the recreational use of cannabis, making Minnesota the 23rd state in the U.S. to do so. The legislation, known as HF ...
Opinion: Cannabis PR Scares Me…and It Should Scare You Too–By Lauren Mundell
LOS ANGELES--First of all, if you don't understand PR, you're not alone. One of the top influencers in PR Parry Headrick often recycles this post and it gets hundreds of comments each time. So, instead of ...
Innocan Pharma Reports Significant Revenue Growth & Gross Profit in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES-- Innocan Pharma Corporation, a pharmaceutical technology company specializing in innovative drug delivery platform technologies, has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The company reported significant growth in ...
Minnesota Legalizes Adult-Use or Recreational Cannabis
ST PAUL, MN–Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, made a significant move on Tuesday by signing a bill that legalizes the recreational use of cannabis in the state. With this signature, Minnesota becomes the 23rd ...
Canopy Growth Acquires 19.99% Stake in Indiva, Secures Distribution Rights for Wana Edibles in Canada
LOS ANGELES-- In a strategic move to expand its presence in the cannabis edibles market, Canadian cannabis producer Canopy Growth has announced the acquisition of a 19.99% stake in edibles manufacturer Indiva. The deal also ...
Cansortium Reports Q1 2023 Results with Revenue Growth and Increased Profitability
LOS ANGELES-- Cansortium Inc., a vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis company operating under the FLUENT™ brand, has reported its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The company showcased a 12% year-over-year ...
Tilray Brands, Inc. Announces Successful Pricing of $150 Million Unsecured Convertible Senior Notes Offering
Los Angeles-- Tilray Brands, Inc. a global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company, revealed today that it has successfully priced its registered offering of $150 million aggregate principal amount of 5.20% Convertible Senior Notes due ...
BZAM Ltd. Reports Strong Q1 2023 Results, Achieving Record Revenues and Expanding Market Share
LOS ANGELES-- BZAM Ltd a Canadian cannabis producer, has released its financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2023, reporting impressive growth and positive developments. The company's Q1 2023 highlights include achieving record ...
Massachusetts Regulators Scrap Pilot Program for Cannabis Consumption Cafes, Prioritize Broader Approach
BOSTON-- In a bid to expedite the establishment of cannabis consumption lounges, Massachusetts marijuana regulators have made the decision to cancel a long-planned pilot program for such establishments. The move comes as members of the ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Faces Restatement of Financial Statements Following Internal Review
Los Angeles-- Canopy Growth Corporation, a cannabis company, announced today that it will need to restate its financial statements following an internal review of the financial reporting matters related to BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. This ...
California’s Legal Cannabis Market Faces Declining Sales in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES- California's legal cannabis market continues to grapple with challenges, as indicated by the latest tax and sales numbers released by the state's Department of Tax and Fee Administration. According to the agency's report ...
Organigram Enters Partnership with Phylos Bioscience to Enhance Cannabis Genetics and Technical Capabilities
LOS ANGELES-- Organigram Holdings Inc, a licensed producer of cannabis, announced today that it has forged a comprehensive technical and commercial relationship with Phylos Bioscience Inc., a renowned U.S. cannabis genetics company based in Portland, ...
Uncertain Future for Medical Cannabis Expansion in Texas as Legislative Session Nears Conclusion
AUSTIN-- As the Texas legislative session draws to a close this Memorial Day, the future of medical cannabis expansion in the state remains uncertain. Crucial legislation aimed at broadening access to low-THC medical cannabis products ...
Minnesota Legislature Advances Health Policy Bill with Psychedelics Task Force Provision
LOS ANGELES-- The Minnesota legislature has passed a comprehensive health policy bill that includes provisions to establish a psychedelics task force in preparation for potential legalization. The bill, which had previously passed the House and ...
Clearmind Medicine Initiates Phase I/IIa Clinical Trial of CMND-100 for Alcohol Use Disorder at Yale School of Medicine
LOS ANGELES-- Clearmind Medicine Inc. has selected Yale School of Medicine as the first site in the United States for its Phase I/IIa clinical trial of CMND-100, a proprietary compound aimed at treating alcohol use ...
PharmaDrug Appoints David Posner as Advisor to Enhance Shareholder Value and Explores Strategic Options for Cepharanthine and DMT Programs
LOS ANGELES-- PharmaDrug Inc. has announced the appointment of David Posner to its Advisory Committee and as a consultant for strategic initiatives and corporate restructuring. Posner, known for his involvement in the cannabis, psychedelic, and ...
Legacy Cannabis Growers Raise Concerns as Eswatini Considers Legalization
JOHANNESBURG–In the Kingdom of Eswatini, the prospect of legalizing cannabis has sparked a contentious debate, with legacy cannabis growers expressing their objections to the potential changes. As the country considers embracing a regulated cannabis industry, ...
Study: Smoking Cannabis Doesn’t Carry Same Risks as Smoking Tobacco
LOS ANGELES-New research published in the journal Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases has revealed that cannabis use is not associated with a heightened risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), even among individuals who possess ...
Acreage Holdings Reports Q1 2023 Financial Results with Declining Revenue and Net Loss
NEW YORK - Acreage Holdings, Inc, a multi-state cannabis operator, announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. Despite challenges faced by the industry, the company reported a 1.6% decline in ...
American Medical Association Cannabis Study Finds Significant & Sustained Health Benefits
LOS ANGELES--A recent study published by the American Medical Association (AMA) has shed light on the positive effects of CBD and medical cannabis on various aspects of well-being. Conducted at a network of specialist medical ...
