States collect billions in cannabis taxes as legal markets expand, Census Bureau says
States and the District of Columbia collected an estimated $3.55 billion in cannabis excise taxes between July 2025 and June 2026, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
States and the District of Columbia collected an estimated $3.55 billion in cannabis excise taxes between July 2025 and June 2026, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Texas judge could soon allow hemp businesses to sell THC products again
Texas smoke shops could soon be allowed to sell currently-banned THC products if a Travis County judge grants a temporary restraining order.
Texas smoke shops could soon be allowed to sell currently-banned THC products if a Travis County judge grants a temporary restraining order.
University of Georgia study links legal marijuana use to fewer sick days
Legalizing medical marijuana reduces health-related job absences, according to a University of Georgia study.
Legalizing medical marijuana reduces health-related job absences, according to a University of Georgia study.
Hospital visits rise among frequent marijuana users with severe nausea, vomiting
A growing number of frequent marijuana users in the U.S. are being hospitalized with a condition that causes severe nausea and vomiting, according to a report released Thursday.
A growing number of frequent marijuana users in the U.S. are being hospitalized with a condition that causes severe nausea and vomiting, according to a report released Thursday.
More Americans now use marijuana daily than tobacco, survey shows
Newly released federal survey data show that, for the first time, more Americans use marijuana on a daily or near-daily basis than smoke cigarettes every day.
Newly released federal survey data show that, for the first time, more Americans use marijuana on a daily or near-daily basis than smoke cigarettes every day.
One cannabis mistake at airport could bring 10 years in prison and $15,000 fine
Before heading overseas, American travelers are warned to double-check their bags for one item that could lead to hefty fines or even prison time.
Before heading overseas, American travelers are warned to double-check their bags for one item that could lead to hefty fines or even prison time.
Texas lawmakers prepare for another push to ban THC during legislative session
Major changes to the Texas THC industry could once again be on the table at the next legislative session.
Major changes to the Texas THC industry could once again be on the table at the next legislative session.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
TSA updates medical marijuana travel guidance for air passengers
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has updated its guidance on traveling with medical marijuana, adding information to its "What Can I Bring?" directory for carry-on and checked baggage.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has updated its guidance on traveling with medical marijuana, adding information to its "What Can I Bring?" directory for carry-on and checked baggage.
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.