National NewsCannabis Possession Arrests Comprised Over 20% Of Drug Arrests Last Year
Overall, the FBI reported 831,446 arrests nationwide for drug-related offenses in 2024
October 20, 2025NORML
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National NewsAnalysis: Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization Associated With Fewer Opioid Overdose Deaths
“Findings suggest that broadening recreational marijuana access could help address the opioid epidemic.”
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Vapes & FlowerClinical Trial: Cannabis Extract Demonstrates Superiority Over Opioids For Chronic Back Pain
"... promising, non-addictive, well-tolerated, and effective alternative, particularly for long-term use."
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National NewsReview: Cannabinoids Support “Enhanced Quality of Life” In Older Populations
Clinical studies also suggest potential therapeutic applications for cannabinoids in aging populations
October 7, 2025
Vapes & FlowerStudy: Use Of State-Regulated Cannabis Products Associated With Decreased Stress
"These results suggest that CBD may be helpful in reducing negative mood in the short term without increasing risk for disordered…
September 30, 2025
National NewsStudy: Cannabis Promotes Improvements In Patients With Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
"The observed improvement in functionality underscores the potential of cannabis to improve daily living and overall patient well-being."
September 22, 2025
National NewsAnalysis: Consumers Twice As Likely To Use Unregulated Delta-8 Products In States Without Adult-Use Cannabis
"When safer, regulated access to marijuana is unavailable, people become interested in products that are available, even if they’re riskier."
September 21, 2025National NewsAnalysis: No Differences In Cognitive Performance In Older Cannabis Consumers
"Older adults who reported using cannabis in the prior six months did not differ on neuropsychological testing results when compared…
September 16, 2025
National NewsThe Clock Is Ticking On Cannabis Rescheduling
Neither the president nor his spokespersons have provided any further updates regarding either their intentions or their timeline
September 15, 2025
Vapes & FlowerAnalysis: Some Vape Components May Expose Users To Heavy Metals
"Future research is warranted into the adverse health implications of heavy metals released from cannabis vaporizers"
September 15, 2025