Studies Highlight Significant Risks of Cannabis Use While Driving
Researchers at the Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) are investigating the effects of cannabis use on driving performance. Utilizing a driving simulator that mimics real-life scenarios, they assess how participants drive before and after consuming cannabis products, specifically those containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component that influences perception, coordination, and reaction times. Ashley […]
CU Boulder Research Reveals Six Key Insights on Cannabis Impact and Use
It’s Cannabis Awareness Month, and the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) has emerged as a leader in advancing the scientific understanding of Cannabis sativa. In 2017, researchers at the Center for Health & Neuroscience, Genes & Environment (CUChange) launched the nation’s first mobile laboratory, known as the Cannavan, dedicated to studying the plant’s real-time […]
Cannabis Entrepreneur Reenters Pennsylvania Market, Aiming to Boost Local Industry
Cannabis entrepreneur Gabe Perlow has re-entered the Pennsylvania market at a time when it remains challenging due to the state’s stringent regulations on industry operators. Perlow previously established himself in the market as a pioneer in 2017. New Developments in Pennsylvania’s Cannabis Industry Meredith Buettner Schneider, executive director of the Pennsylvania Cannabis Coalition, states that […]
Trump’s Psychedelics Executive Order: Implications for Cannabis Legalization and Reform
Advocates gathered for a news conference focused on the “impact of incarcerating those charged with marijuana-related offenses” and discussing policy reform outside the U.S. Capitol on April 20, 2026. This event underscores the ongoing conversations around cannabis legislation, particularly in the context of Mississippi’s growing cannabis industry. Executive Order on Psychedelics A recent executive order […]
Youth Cannabis Use Declines Further in 2025, Signaling Positive Trend in Public Health
Health Officials Encourage Early Cannabis Conversations Among Youth In Minnesota, the ongoing conversation about cannabis use among youth is becoming increasingly vital, with recent data showing significant trends in student behavior. According to the 2025 Minnesota Student Survey, 96% of students reported not using cannabis in the past month, reflecting a steady decline in youth […]
Cannabis Policy in 2026: Navigating Setbacks, Rollbacks, and Regulatory Roadblocks
For over a decade, cannabis policy in the United States has progressed towards legalization. Following the landmark legalization of adult-use cannabis in Colorado and Washington in 2012, numerous states have embraced regulated cannabis markets. Currently, 40 states have legalized medical and/or recreational cannabis, with strong support among Americans for cannabis legalization in both forms. Potential […]
Longitudinal Study Reveals Neurocognitive Trajectories in Youth Cannabis Users Through Self-Report and Toxicology Data
The landscape of cannabis use and its implications continue to evolve, particularly within Mississippi’s emerging cannabis industry. Legislative developments concerning cannabis consumption have prompted increased scrutiny of its impacts on various demographics, notably adolescents and young adults who may experience significant neurological effects. Emerging Research on Cannabis Use A comprehensive review conducted by ElSohly et […]
Healey Signs Bill to Transform Marijuana Business Governance and Sales in Massachusetts
Governor Maura Healey will now appoint all members of a reformed Cannabis Control Commission following her signing of a bill that introduces significant changes to Massachusetts’ marijuana industry. These changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing cannabis and to adapt to market demands. Revised Commission Structure Under the new law, the commission will be […]
Women Seek Relief Through Cannabis After Exhausting Traditional Remedies
EDITOR’S NOTE: Watch “Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Weed 8: Women and Weed” at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, April 19, on CNN and streaming on the CNN app on April 20. When I began filming the first “Weed” documentary in 2012, I could not predict the journey that lay ahead—nor the ongoing stories that would emerge […]
Cannabis Control Commission Acknowledges Frustrations of Rhode Island Retail Applicants
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission convened its first public meeting on Friday following a recent court ruling that temporarily halted the review and awarding of retail cannabis licenses. Both commissioners and staff recognized the frustration expressed by applicants and cultivators due to this sudden pause, which was intended to issue 20 new retail licenses […]
Teen Cannabis Use Rises in California Following Legalization of Adult Recreational Use
Teen cannabis use in Northern California surged following the legalization of adult recreational cannabis but experienced a decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study from Kaiser Permanente published in JAMA Network Open. This research provides insights relevant to states like Mississippi as they navigate their cannabis legislation and market developments. Study Overview […]
Alameda County Authorities Bust Three Illegal Cannabis Operations, Seize 20,000 Marijuana Plants
State authorities seized over 20,000 cannabis plants and detained 24 individuals in Hayward on Thursday during a series of raids targeting illegal cannabis operations. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife led the operation, focusing on three industrial warehouses located south of the Hayward Executive Airport. Details of the Operation The raids resulted in the […]