California’s legal marijuana production rose by 11.8% in 2024, reaching 1.4 million pounds, according to a newly released report by the state’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC). Despite this growth, the illegal cannabis trade remains dominant, with unlicensed production estimated at 11.4 million pounds. Although its exact destinations remain unclear, a significant portion of this … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Report Indicates California Registered Significant Marijuana Production Increase”

New York’s governor, Kathy Hochul, has officially signed two measures that expand the state’s cannabis farmers’ market program. The measures allow licensed marijuana businesses to form broader partnerships and host independent “pop-up” functions. The state first introduced marijuana farmers’ markets in 2023 to accelerate consumer access while traditional retail licenses were still being processed. This … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Gov. Hochul Signs Bills Expanding Program for Cannabis Farmers’ Markets in NY”

A recent poll conducted on behalf of a Utah medical marijuana advocacy group indicates that most Utah residents would support a ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana. The survey results show that 52% of voters favor such a measure—the same percentage that approved medical marijuana in the state in 2018. Despite the survey results, Alex … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New Poll Finds Majority in Utah Support Recreational Marijuana Legalization”

The Maryland state Senate has approved a measure aimed at protecting rescue and fire workers from being penalized for using medical cannabis while off duty. The legislation, introduced by Senator Carl Jackson, passed with a 36-8 vote and now moves to the House of Representatives, where a parallel measure has been introduced but has yet … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Maryland Senate Approves Bill Protecting Rights of Rescue Workers, Firefighters Using Medical Marijuana”

A recent study involving more than 1,000 adults suggests that marijuana use may influence changes in the body’s epigenome, which acts like a series of switches turning genes on or off to regulate bodily functions. According to Northwestern University epidemiologist Lifang Hou, the study discovered connections between long-term cannabis use and various epigenetic markers over … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana Use Could Trigger Epigenetic Changes, Study Finds”

A recent study from the University of Arizona Health Sciences suggests that terpenes found in the marijuana plant may offer a new way to manage post-surgical and fibromyalgia pain. The study expands on prior research conducted by Comprehensive Center for Pain and Addiction member Dr. John Streicher, who previously explored the pain-relieving properties of terpenes … Continue reading “420 with CNW — This New THC-Free Marijuana Compound Could Replace Opioids”

A contentious bipartisan measure aimed at addressing the high potency of cannabis in Colorado was withdrawn by its sponsors during a committee hearing. The measure faced immediate backlash, particularly over proposed regulations on specific edibles and age restrictions. Before the first reading, Senator Judy Amabile indicated she planned to revise the measure significantly. However, when … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Divisive Colorado Cannabis Potency Bill Withdrawn at Committee Stage”

The Idaho State Senate has approved a proposed constitutional amendment that would give the legislature sole authority to legalize cannabis and other drugs. The measure, known as House Joint Memorial 4, will be put to a vote in the November 2026 elections. If passed by a majority of voters, the amendment would eliminate the ability … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Idaho Senate Passes Bill Giving Legislature Power Over Cannabis Legalization”