Texas Governor Greg Abbott has hinted that more action could soon be taken on THC-infused hemp products, despite lawmakers failing to move the issue forward this year.  Speaking on Friday, Abbott suggested the discussion is far from over and told reporters to “stay tuned” when asked whether he would wait until the 2027 regular session … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Governor Abbott Signals Texans to Await Action on THC-Rich Hemp Products”

A new study has revealed that Delta-8 THC, a psychoactive component often marketed as a legal substitute for cannabis, is most frequently used in states where cannabis is illegal and delta-8 products are not regulated.  The study points out that gaps in marijuana regulation have unintentionally encouraged people to turn to less-regulated products. This loophole … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New Study Finds Delta-8 THC is Highly Used in Prohibitionist States”

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has vetoed a measure that aimed to loosen restrictions on where cannabis businesses can open, a move that may slow down the state’s newly launched recreational cannabis market.  Instead of the bill, Meyer put forward his own proposal that ties zoning reforms to revenue-sharing. His draft proposal would give counties and … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Gov. Meyer Vetoes Delaware Law Seeking to Loosen Cannabis Zoning Regulations”

The Oregon state attorney general has officially approved a ballot title for a measure that would legalize marijuana consumption lounges, a proposal supporters want voters to consider in the 2026 election.  This step follows the release of a draft version about a month ago, which drew only one public comment. With the certified title now … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Oregon Certifies Title for Measure Seeking to Legalize Cannabis Consumption Lounges”

Researchers have found that people who begin using cannabis to cope with depression, anxiety, or pain are more likely to experience paranoia compared to those who use it casually for fun or curiosity.  The findings come from the Cannabis&Me survey, which included responses from 3,389 adults aged 18 and over who currently or previously used … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Finds Self-Medicating with Marijuana Increases Paranoia Risk”

Google has started testing a new advertising program that gives Canadian cannabis businesses limited access to its ad services, provided they meet federal requirements.  The move comes about seven years after Canada legalized recreational cannabis and opened a regulated recreational cannabis market. The “limited pilot program” is scheduled to run only on Google Search starting … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Google Announces Pilot Program Testing Cannabis Business Advertising in Canada”

Park rangers in Sequoia National Park, California, have cleared an extensive illegal cannabis cultivation site covering roughly 13 acres.  According to a statement from the National Park Service (NPS), rangers removed more than 2,300 mature cannabis plants. They also hauled away nearly 2,000 pounds of trash, pipes, and equipment using both manual labor and helicopter … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Rangers Clear Nearly 3,000 Illicit Cannabis Plants in California National Park”

A U.S. federal appeals court has ruled that the long-standing ban preventing illicit drug users from owning firearms may not hold up when applied to people who legally use medical cannabis.  The decision came from a three-judge bench of the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta. The case, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture v. Attorney … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Appeals Court Says Federal Ban on Gun Ownership by MMJ Users Could Be Unconstitutional”