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Here, we bring you our top five recent articles covering updates in Michigan, cannabis cultivation begins in Kentucky, a new cannabis education scholarship, and updates at the NCIA.

The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) at the University of Illinois is actively advancing the cannabis industry through a multifaceted, science-driven, and equity-focused approach. Led by Dr. Reginald Gaudino, CRI distinguishes itself through mandates emphasizing community engagement, social and geographical equity, and real-world impact within Illinois. CRI’s holistic approach aims to strengthen Illinois’ cannabis and hemp industries by integrating scientific research, community needs, and educational empowerment.

The technology platform will support fundraising, outreach efforts, and advocacy efforts for the nonprofit Mission [Green].

Kentucky’s’ first cannabis cultivator has begun operations in the state’s medical cannabis industry.

Cresco Labs CEO cites market fragmentation, price compression as key challenges in California.

Founding CEO, Aaron Smith, announced recently that he is stepping down from his position at NCIA.

Smith’s leadership and advocacy experience is anticipated to strengthen the organization’s mission of cannabis policy reform.

In New Buffalo, Michigan the House of Dank has opened a new cannabis dispensary location.

The company intends to divest 20 dispensaries and four cultivation facilities as part of strategic withdrawal and efforts to redirected growth.

Here, we bring you our top five recent articles covering veterans and medical cannabis, cannabis legalized by the Omaha tribe, low THC extracts for Rett syndrome, ICE raids at a cannabis farm, and our newest Noid Factoid.

Aurora Cannabis Inc. announced recently that the company received their first EU-GMP certification for their dedicated distribution center.

The results from the in vivo animal study also suggest sex-specific responses to cannabinol (CBN).

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission recently approved four on-site cannabis consumption areas, the first locations for the state.

In this interview clip from our Higher Education: Research Initiatives That Deepen Our Understanding of Cannabis supplement, Carrie Cuttler, PhD explains the new interest in minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and societal impacts of cannabis legalization.

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska made history by becoming the first fully legal and regulated cannabis system in the state for both recreational and medical cannabis.

In this interview clip from our Higher Education: Research Initiatives That Deepen Our Understanding of Cannabis supplement, Carrie Cuttler, PhD explains the administrative hurdles, strict regulations, and other barriers to cannabis research.

According to a recent study, low THC cannabis extracts could be a potential tool for children diagnosed with Rett Syndrome.

In this interview clip from our Higher Education: Research Initiatives That Deepen Our Understanding of Cannabis supplement, Carrie Cuttler, PhD, describes results from a recent placebo-controlled FDA-approved clinical trial on THC’s impact on memory.

The “Big, Beautiful Bill” signed recently into law by President Donald Trump, includes an amendment that may end the medical cannabis ban in the VA which has prevented doctors from recommending the plant to their patients.

Listen to Noid Factoid from Anna Schwabe, PhD, Chief Operating Officer, Cannagen.

ICE federal agents raided cannabis nurseries in Southern California, sparking protests from migrant-rights activists.

Here, we bring you our top five recent articles covering revoking medical cannabis cards in Florida, testing and sampling initiative in Missouri, our mid-year regulations roundup, depenalization ordinance stopped in Texas, and accuracy in THC labeling in flower versus concentrates.

Dallas, Texas officials have prevented a voter-approved cannabis depenalization ordinance which would limit local police from being able to arrest individuals for low-level cannabis possession.

In this interview clip from our Higher Education: Research Initiatives That Deepen Our Understanding of Cannabis supplement, Carrie Cuttler, PhD, explains the goals and projects of the Center for Cannabis Policy Research and Outreach at Washington State University.

Data from a recent study discovered that THC labeling was more accurate in concentrate products than with cannabis flower.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed SB 2514 into law which will now allow the state to revoke medical cannabis cards for individuals who have been convicted of drug-related crimes.

The statewide initiative, launched July 1, aims to improve cannabis product safety, labeling accuracy, and testing consistency.

New contract includes retroactive wage increases and employer-paid benefits through the union’s Health & Welfare Fund.