June, 2025

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June is Cannabis Safety Month!

Americans for Safe Access

Every June, the National Safety Council hosts "National Safety Month," encouraging everyone to educate their communities and the public about safety in their respective sectors. Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is proud to participate by launching a comprehensive month-long campaign dedicated to cannabis safety.

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Study: Rising Percentage of Seniors Acknowledge Regularly Consuming Cannabis

NORML

"Older adults are well aware of the litany of serious adverse side-effects associated with available prescription drugs, like opioids or sleep aids, and they see medical cannabis as a practical and potentially safer alternative. The post Study: Rising Percentage of Seniors Acknowledge Regularly Consuming Cannabis appeared first on NORML.

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Remembering Wade Laughter, the Unsung Hero of CBD

Project CBD

Wade Laughter passed away last week after a long battle with cancer. Beloved within the cannabis community as the modest, softspoken horticulturist with a big heart and a great last name, Wade is one of the unsung heroes of botanical CBD that took root in northern California in the early 2010s. At that time, hardly anyone knew about nonintoxicating cannabidiol and its remarkable therapeutic potential outside of a small group of scientists who were studying the endocannabinoid system.

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CROO releases packaging and labeling FAQ

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer (CROO) released a notice for cannabis business licensees concerning packaging and labeling products. Though the rules for packing and labeling have not changed, cultivation center, craft grower, infuser, and dispensary licensees must continue to comply with label requirements during the transition from BioTrack to Metrc.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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The Very Large and Vexing Lawsuit Re: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Canna Law Blog

You may have seen this article or some other article yesterday or today, covering the Ontario Supreme Court’s recent certification of a national class action lawsuit against Aurora Cannabis. The defendant entities are all part of the same conglomerate, with Aurora Cannabis Inc. being the parent. You can view their vast array of cannabis products here.

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Emergency Town Hall to Address Urgent Threat to Federal Medical Cannabis Protections

Americans for Safe Access

Press Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2025 Contact: e. steph@safeaccessnow.org Emergency Town Hall to Address Urgent Threat to Federal Medical Cannabis Protections Chesterland, OH —Americans for Safe Access (ASA) and Veterans Initiative 22 are convening an emergency town hall today to address a critical threat to federal protections safeguarding medical cannabis patients.

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California: Assembly Votes to Halt Proposed Tax Hike on Commercially Available Cannabis Products

NORML

"California NORML is proud to have taken a leadership roll sponsoring this bill. Cannabis is already heavily over-taxed relative to comparable products like beer, wine, and tobacco in California." The post California: Assembly Votes to Halt Proposed Tax Hike on Commercially Available Cannabis Products appeared first on NORML.

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What is CBN in Weed? Benefits, Effects, & Legal Insights

PrestoDoctor

What is Cannabinol? Cannabinol (CBN) is a minor cannabinoid that naturally forms when THC—the main psychoactive compound in cannabis—breaks down over time due to exposure to heat, light, or air. Unlike THC, which causes a strong euphoric “high,” CBN is only mildly psychoactive. Users often describe its effects as calming and sedating, earning it the […] The post What is CBN in Weed?

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Illinois 2025 cannabis sales totals matching 2024 totals

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today that recreational cannabis sales totals for April 2025 reached $146,605,932.99, a slight drop from March 2025 totals but more than April 2024 totals. For the first four months of 2025, Illinois sales totals nearly match the first four months in 2024. January-April totals in 2024 reached $562,743,217.30.

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Jason Adelstone to Speak at the 2025 Cannabis Law Institute in Denver

Canna Law Blog

We’re proud to share that attorney Jason Adelstone will be a featured panelist at this year’s Cannabis Law Institute (CLI 2025) , hosted by the International Cannabis Bar Association (INCBA). Taking place June 12–13, 2025 at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law , CLI 2025 is widely recognized as the leading annual conference for cannabis law professionals.

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Leafly’s top 11 CBD products for dogs of 2025

Leafly

Find the best CBD for dogs of 2025. Leafly reviewed popular CBD pet products & chose the top picks for different needs and budgets. The post Leafly’s top 11 CBD products for dogs of 2025 appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis and Technology: The Modern Evolution of Vape Products

Cannabis Law Report

Vaping went from being a hobby for a few people to becoming popular across different cultures. Growing from a drive to find a less dangerous alternative to smoking, vaping expanded and now covers many types of products, contemporary technology use and various behaviors.

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Texas: Lawmakers Advance Bill Expanding State’s Medical Cannabis Access Program

NORML

Provisions in the bill open the program to those suffering from chronic pain, among other newly eligible conditions. It also expands the variety of cannabis formulations that may be possessed by patients and significantly increases total number of state-licensed dispensaries that can operate in the state. The post Texas: Lawmakers Advance Bill Expanding State’s Medical Cannabis Access Program appeared first on NORML.

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Indica vs Sativa: Differences, Effects, & Strains

PrestoDoctor

What’s The Difference: Indica vs. Sativa As the stigma around medical marijuana continues to fade, more patients are turning to cannabis for relief and an improved quality of life. With an ever-growing variety of options available, understanding the differences betweenIndica vs. Sativa strainsis essential for finding the most effective treatment.

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2025 Hemp Open House set for July 25

Illinois News Joint

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Department of Crop Sciences is scheduled to co-host its annual Hemp Research Open House Friday, July 25, 2025. The 2025 Hemp Research Open House is set to run from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the University’s Fruit Research Farm, located at 2711 S. Race Street in Urbana. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other professionals, attend presentations, visit booth vendors, and join a research plot tour.

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Sickle Cell Patients Who Use Marijuana Report Fewer Hospital Visits

CannaMD

Medical Cannabis & Sickle Cell Disease: What 2025 Research Says About Symptom Relief TL;DR: New Studies Show MMJ May Provide Relief If you or a loved one suffers from sickle cell disease (SCD), new research shows that medical marijuana may help reduce pain, lower hospital visits, ease inflammation, and improve sleep and mental health.

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Father’s Day weed gift guide

Leafly

Read our Father's Day weed gift guide for curated picks for the cannabis-loving father figure in your life. The post Father’s Day weed gift guide appeared first on Leafly.

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Bavarian Supreme Regional Court: Disposing of Legal Cannabis Can Be a Criminal Offense + Other Bavaria legal Cannabis News

Cannabis Law Report

Court: Disposing of Legal Cannabis Can Be a Criminal Offense 2025-06-08 | The Bavarian Supreme Regional Court clarified that even after partial legalization, cannabis-related conduct may still be punishable—for instance, if cannabis is discarded in public, according to the website Anwalt. In a case involving a defendant fleeing from police and discarding 11.

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Mississippi: Indian Tribe Approves Referendum Regulating the “Possession, Production, and Distribution of Marijuana on Tribal Lands”

NORML

The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians is the only federally recognized Native American tribe in the state, with more than 11,000 Tribal members on 35,000 acres of territory. The post Mississippi: Indian Tribe Approves Referendum Regulating the “Possession, Production, and Distribution of Marijuana on Tribal Lands” appeared first on NORML.

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Are THCA Flowers A Tested Natural Non-Psychoactive Cannabis Option

Medical Marijuana Pages

Are THCA Flowers A tested Natural Non-Psychoactive Cannabis Option? As more people seek natural remedies for chronic conditions, THCA flowers have gained traction for their potential therapeutic benefits—without the high. THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is a non-psychoactive compound found in raw cannabis that turns into THC only when heated. This makes.

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Illinois cannabis omnibus bill stalls, again

Illinois News Joint

Since recreational legalization in January 2020, only one Illinois cannabis-related bill, House Bill 1443 (HB1443), has been passed to reform either the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act or the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. As with several previously legislative sessions, Illinois lawmakers again adjourned without passing one cannabis-reform item, including two closely followed bills Senate Bill 2090 and Senate Bill 0042.

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What is a QP of Weed? Weight, Cost, & More

PrestoDoctor

If you’ve ever heard someone talk about buying a “QP of weed” and wondered what it really means, you’re not alone. A QP stands for a quarter pound of cannabis — a common weed measurement used by regular users, dispensary owners, and curious newcomers alike. While a QP look like a large amount, it may […] The post What is a QP of Weed? Weight, Cost, & More appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Leafly’s top 10 dab rigs of 2025

Leafly

Find the best dab rigs of 2025. Leafly reviewed popular dab rigs & chose what we think are the top picks for different needs and budgets. The post Leafly’s top 10 dab rigs of 2025 appeared first on Leafly.

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Australian regulator the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) initiates legal action against News Corp Australia-owned News Life Media for advertising medicinal cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

June 20 (Reuters) – An Australian regulator has initiated federal court proceedings against News Corp Australia-owned News Life Media and other firms for alleged illegal advertising of medicinal cannabis, it said on Friday. The Therapeutic Goods Administration is seeking penalties against the companies, which include natural therapies provider AG Therapeutics, media outlet Mamamia.com.

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NORML Op-Ed: Take Marijuana Off the Streets and Put It Behind the Counter

NORML

By taking cannabis products off street corners and placing them behind the counter, lawmakers are providing cannabis consumers with safer experiences and greatly reducing their risk of being inadvertently exposed to contaminated products. The post NORML Op-Ed: Take Marijuana Off the Streets and Put It Behind the Counter appeared first on NORML.

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Cherry Bacio Feminized Grow Report

Sensi Seeds

In this report, we’ll detail our experience with Cherry Bacio Feminized; a 55% indica developed in collaboration with Sherbinskis. This cross between Sweet Cherry Kush and Gelato #41 impressed us with its high potency and incredible purple hues. The moderately-sized plant had a decent yield, and the quality is undeniably top-shelf. The post Cherry Bacio Feminized Grow Report appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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Review: Variety Pack Infused Cookies by Enliven

Illinois News Joint

When asked what’s my favorite “fill-in-the-blank” product on the Illinois cannabis market, my pat political answer is always, “I like variety.” Enliven has tapped into this sentiment with its Variety Pack of Infused Cookies, so I picked up from nuEra Champaign the variety pack box, which contained one Salted Caramel , Peanut Butter , Chocolate Chip , and Snickerdoodle cookie.

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Discover the Top Cannabis Brands at Kind Meds

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Premium Flower Brands For those who appreciate high-quality buds, these brands offer some of the most sought-after strains in Arizona. When it comes to high-quality cannabis flower , Kind Meds carries some of the most respected and sought-after brands in Arizona. Whether you’re looking for terp-rich cultivars, exotic strains, or tried-and-true classics, these brands deliver top-shelf excellence every time.

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How To Get Weed Out Of Your System After Smoking

PrestoDoctor

Get Marijuana Out Of Your System After Smoking Whether you’re facing a drug test, aiming to reset your health, or simply want to flush weed from your system, understanding how cannabis leaves the body is crucial. Many people wonder how long it takes to detox THC from the body, and what methods can be done […] The post How To Get Weed Out Of Your System After Smoking appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Oregon Won’t Enforce LPA Requirement After Law Declared Illegal – Similar Laws In Other States Are Also Ripe For Challenge

Cannabis Law Report

A federal judge in Oregon has struck down the requirement that cannabis companies enter into a labor peace agreement (LPA)… A federal judge in Oregon has struck down the requirement that cannabis companies enter into a labor peace agreement (LPA) as a condition of obtaining or renewing a license. See Casala v. Kotek, D.

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