Court reinstates pause on Texas THC ban for another week
Lawyers for the state filed an appeal Tuesday against last week's ruling that extended the pause on the smokable hemp ban.
Lawyers for the state filed an appeal Tuesday against last week's ruling that extended the pause on the smokable hemp ban.
Texas THC rule remains blocked for now despite state Supreme Court ruling
Smokable hemp products can continue to be sold in Texas until at least July after an injunction blocking enforcement of new state regulations was extended Friday.
Smokable hemp products can continue to be sold in Texas until at least July after an injunction blocking enforcement of new state regulations was extended Friday.
Texas Supreme Court enters fight over state’s THC rule
The Texas Supreme Court has weighed in on the fight to stop the state’s new THC rule that essentially bans most smokable hemp products in the state.
The Texas Supreme Court has weighed in on the fight to stop the state’s new THC rule that essentially bans most smokable hemp products in the state.
Texas judge begins hearing on controversial smokable hemp ban and fee hikes
The hearing will decide if a temporary block on these rules stays in place or if the state can begin immediate enforcement.
The hearing will decide if a temporary block on these rules stays in place or if the state can begin immediate enforcement.
This common habit could be quietly hurting men’s fertility, experts warn
Cannabis use can negatively affect male fertility by lowering sperm count and quality, research shows.
Cannabis use can negatively affect male fertility by lowering sperm count and quality, research shows.
Texas THC ban on hold until at least May 1
The pause on a Texas rule that seeks to block the sale of most smokable hemp in the state has been extended until at least May 1.
The pause on a Texas rule that seeks to block the sale of most smokable hemp in the state has been extended until at least May 1.
Medical marijuana reclassified as less dangerous drug under new order
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
Texas sues California companies for shipping illegal, high-potency kratom into state
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against two California-based companies, Pure Leaf Kratom and Outcast Distribution, for allegedly shipping illegal, high-potency synthetic kratom products to Texas consumers in violation of state safety laws.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against two California-based companies, Pure Leaf Kratom and Outcast Distribution, for allegedly shipping illegal, high-potency synthetic kratom products to Texas consumers in violation of state safety laws.
As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
Texas hemp industry hopeful to continue operation amid pause on THC ban
Smokable hemp products are back on the shelves in Texas for now after a judge ordered a pause to the ban. Exactly how long that will last is still unknown.
Smokable hemp products are back on the shelves in Texas for now after a judge ordered a pause to the ban. Exactly how long that will last is still unknown.
Judge temporarily blocks Texas ban on smokable THC products
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked a statewide ban on smokable THC products after businesses across the state filed a lawsuit to that end.
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked a statewide ban on smokable THC products after businesses across the state filed a lawsuit to that end.
Texas hemp businesses head to court to fight new state rules
Texas hemp businesses are heading to court to fight new state rules that they say could cripple the entire industry.
Texas hemp businesses are heading to court to fight new state rules that they say could cripple the entire industry.
Texas ban on smokable THC products to take effect March 31
New rules were adopted recently by the Texas Department of State Health Services, which prohibit stores from selling any smokable form of THC, including hemp derivatives.
New rules were adopted recently by the Texas Department of State Health Services, which prohibit stores from selling any smokable form of THC, including hemp derivatives.
Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
TABC finalizes new rules for Texas hemp industry
The new permanent rules are similar to the temporary ones they replace, adding an age limit in Texas for buying and selling hemp consumables and strengthening identification procedures.
The new permanent rules are similar to the temporary ones they replace, adding an age limit in Texas for buying and selling hemp consumables and strengthening identification procedures.
Texas proposes massive fee hikes for hemp retailers, manufacturers as part of new rules
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
The 5 biggest Texas news stories in 2025
Texas was no stranger to news — from a contentious legislative cycle, to ongoing immigration control efforts, to natural disasters, the Lone Star State was a leading location in the U.S. for headlines.
Texas was no stranger to news — from a contentious legislative cycle, to ongoing immigration control efforts, to natural disasters, the Lone Star State was a leading location in the U.S. for headlines.
Largest medical marijuana facility in Texas opens near Austin
The new 75,000 square foot Texas Original facility opened recently in Bastrop, just southeast of the state's capitol.
The new 75,000 square foot Texas Original facility opened recently in Bastrop, just southeast of the state's capitol.
Group wants Texas to increase the age restriction to purchase hemp products with THC
A youth drug awareness group wants Texas to increase the age restriction to legally purchase hemp products that contain levels of THC.
A youth drug awareness group wants Texas to increase the age restriction to legally purchase hemp products that contain levels of THC.
THC ban in spending bill sparks backlash from Texas business owners
A federal spending bill aimed at reopening the government also threatens to ban nearly all hemp-derived THC products, sparking debate among Texas business owners and lawmakers.
A federal spending bill aimed at reopening the government also threatens to ban nearly all hemp-derived THC products, sparking debate among Texas business owners and lawmakers.