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No clear evidence that cannabis-based medicines are successful treatment for chronic pain

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January 19, 2026

[#item_full_content] An updated Cochrane review has concluded that there remains no clear evidence that cannabis-based medicinal products relieve chronic pain. The review, entitled ‘Cannabis‐based medicines for chronic neuropathic pain in adults‘, published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews on 19 January 2026, looked for evidence that patients reported pain relief levels of 50% or greater. No clear evidence that cannabis-based medicines are successful treatment for chronic pain Read More

Louisville medical cannabis location prepares to open
by Richard Essex on January 16, 2026
Kentucky Alternative Care prepares to open as medical cannabis demand surges after first dispensary sells out.
Cannabis-dispensary on hold, for now
by The Newsleaders on January 16, 2026
Tentative plans for a city-owned cannabis (marijuana products) dispensary in St. Joseph are on hold, at least for the time being.
Speakeasy Dispensary debuts in Lexington as Kentucky’s cannabis market grows
by spectrumnews1.com on January 15, 2026
Lexington’s second medical marijuana dispensary opens with limited products now and more options coming as Kentucky’s cannabis industry ramps up.
Kentucky opens new medical marijuana facilities as access remains limited for patients
by WDRB Digital Staff on January 15, 2026
The state cut the ribbon on three new facilities this week — a cultivator, a processor and a dispensary.
Second medical marijuana dispensary opens in Kentucky. Take a look inside
by Olivia Evans on January 15, 2026
Kentucky's second medical marijuana dispensary, Speakeasy Dispensary, has officially opened in Lexington. Here's what to know and a sneak peek inside.
Customers line up early to purchase medical cannabis at Lexington’s first dispensary
by Aaron Mudd on January 15, 2026
What can patients expect from Fayette County’s first marijuana retailer?
ICAPP Research: The Sentimental Divide Between “Marijuana” and “Cannabis” May Not Be as Wide as You Think
by statelinesportsnetwork on January 15, 2026
The distinction between the terms “marijuana” and “cannabis” may no longer have a strong effect on public opinion
Medical marijuana dispensary owners weigh in on legalization
by Daniel Farr on January 15, 2026
With voters possibly deciding the issue, operators and state regulators highlight challenges in Hawai’i’s medical-only cannabis market.
Second medical marijuana dispensary will open soon in greater Lexington area
by Aaron Mudd on January 13, 2026
Take a look inside the new space, set to welcome customers later this month.
A blossoming Texas medical marijuana industry adds new businesses
by spectrumlocalnews.com on January 12, 2026
In September, Texas officially rolled out the most significant expansion of its medical marijuana program.
A blossoming Texas medical marijuana industry adds new businesses, products and patients
by Stephen Simpson on January 12, 2026
The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued provisional licenses to nine new medical marijuana operators while existing ones have started opening new manufacturing and cultivating facilities.
Lexington’s first dispensary to open. Everything to know about medical cannabis in KY
by Aaron Mudd on January 11, 2026
Kentucky’s medical marijuana program is getting off the ground. Here’s what you need to know about who can buy.
Alabama doctors can now apply for medical cannabis permits: These 9 cities can have dispensaries
by Mike Cason | mcason@al.com on January 10, 2026
Doctors have to complete a three-and-a-half hour online course to be eligible for a Medical Cannabis Certification Permit.
Colorado Hit by Two Marijuana Recalls in 24 Hours
by Thomas Mitchell on January 10, 2026
Both recalls list the same pesticide.
Legendary rapper shuts down N.J. weed store after less than a year
by Jelani Gibson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com on January 9, 2026
The shop started by the well-known rapper and a former Playboy model joins other celebrity-backed weed shops struggling to stay open amid increasing competition in the state's cannabis market.
Ice-T's New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Permanently Closes
by Zoe Denise on January 9, 2026
Ice-T's New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Permanently Closes Ice-T's New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Permanently Closes
INSIDE LOOK: Lexington's first cannabis dispensary to open in unique location
by Alexandra Goldberg on January 8, 2026
Kentucky medical marijuana: First processor approved, 2 more dispensaries opening soon
by Matthew Keck on January 8, 2026
Gov. Andy Beshear shared more details about Kentucky's rollout of medical marijuana.
More retailers join legal battle over cannabis licenses in Menominee, Michigan
by Ben Krumholz, FOX 11 News on January 8, 2026
“What we're going to see happen is a legal bloodbath in the Menominee 41st Circuit Court,” said Menominee Mayor Casey Hoffman.
Take a look inside Lexington’s first medical marijuana dispensary, opening soon
by Aaron Mudd on January 8, 2026
The dispensary will open with a limited supply in one of Lexington’s busiest shopping districts.
Weed dispensary co-owned by rapper Ice-T closes after less than a year
by Brad Matthews on January 8, 2026
A weed dispensary co-owned by rapper and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" actor Ice-T has closed after less than a year in business.
Looming THC hemp ban could have impact for Michigan cannabis consumers
by Adrienne Roberts on January 8, 2026
Michigan consumers have been able to buy hemp-derived intoxicating vapes and gummies at gas stations and smoke shops. That is expected to change soon.
Supply woes still hampering Kentucky medical marijuana launch
by Margaret Jackson on January 7, 2026
Kentucky could have as many as two medical marijuana dispensaries open by the middle of the month.
New Hampshire House Passes Bills To Legalize Marijuana And Let Dispensaries Convert To For-Profit Status
by Kyle Jaeger on January 7, 2026
The New Hampshire House of Representatives has approved a bill to legalize marijuana in the state—though its chances of passage in the Senate remain dubious, and the governor has expressed clear opposition to the reform. Also on Wednesday, the House passed a proposal to allow medical cannabis dispensaries to become for-profit businesses. The marijuana legalization
Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary prepares to reopen after selling out
by Madylin Goins on January 7, 2026
Kentucky’s first medical cannabis dispensary is gearing up to reopen after inventory ran out within its first week in business.
Jersey City dispensary, co-owned by Ice-T, closes after eight months
by Lucas Frau on January 6, 2026
The Medicine Woman Dispensary in Jersey City, co-owned by rapper and actor Ice-T, has closed after less than a year in business.
Is it legal in Florida to smoke weed? Here's the law in 2026
by C. A. Bridges on January 6, 2026
Is recreational marijuana legal in Florida? What makes you eligible for medical marijuana? What to know.
Chicago Catholic university offers courses on running cannabis dispensaries
by Fox News on January 6, 2026
DePaul University in Chicago offers cannabis dispensary management courses as marijuana businesses boom, with dispensaries growing across the country.
Judge allows lawsuit challenging Michigan’s new 24% marijuana tax to proceed
by Gus Burns | fburns@mlive.com on January 6, 2026
Cannabis industry claims the new wholesale tax could push consumers to illicit markets, contradicting the original intent of the 2018 legalization measure.
What to know as Kentucky's first medical weed processor begins production in NKY
by James Pilcher, WKRC on January 5, 2026
Currently, the facility is conducting test runs without THC, as Toro has not yet received its full license and lacks actual marijuana plant materials.

The Last Master Of Rolling Paper: Meet The Woman Whose Hands Worked Over 1 Billion Paper Sheets
by Javier Hasse on January 19, 2026 at 2:24 pm
This article originally appeared in High Times Magazine’s 50th Anniversary Print Issue. Order yours here and get it delivered to your door. The sound of the machines is hypnotic. A constant clatter, a rhythmic dance of gears that seem to breathe. Each turn, each metallic click, is the heartbeat of a fading craft. And at The post The Last Master Of Rolling Paper: Meet The Woman Whose Hands Worked Over 1 Billion Paper Sheets first appeared on High Times.
The Best Weed Goes Head To Head For $120,000 Today
by High Times on January 18, 2026 at 9:42 pm
Two undefeated runs collide in the Proper Cup High Rollers finals, where performance decides the winner live. The post The Best Weed Goes Head To Head For $120,000 Today first appeared on High Times.
What 900 Veterans Taught Me About Cannabis, Pain, and the Cost of Staying Alive
by Robb Harmon on January 18, 2026 at 2:45 pm
After helping 900 veterans access cannabis, one advocate reflects on pain, PTSD, access, and why relief shouldn’t depend on money. The post What 900 Veterans Taught Me About Cannabis, Pain, and the Cost of Staying Alive first appeared on High Times.
How The NY Post Found a Boring Cannabis Study and Turned It Into a Scare Story
by Rolando García on January 17, 2026 at 3:56 pm
A new review called for better research. The headline turned it into a warning. Here’s what the study actually says. The post How The NY Post Found a Boring Cannabis Study and Turned It Into a Scare Story first appeared on High Times.
The Hard Truth About Washington and Cannabis Reform: Time, Money, and More Time
by High Times Contributors on January 16, 2026 at 8:39 pm
Why urgency, public support, and cultural momentum still aren’t enough to move federal policy. The post The Hard Truth About Washington and Cannabis Reform: Time, Money, and More Time first appeared on High Times.
Heavy Hangs the Head that Wears the Helmet: NFL Players Open Up About Psychedelic Use
by Camila Berriex on January 16, 2026 at 7:53 pm
NFL players speak openly about brain trauma, concussions, and the growing interest in psychedelics as science and culture begin to intersect. The post Heavy Hangs the Head that Wears the Helmet: NFL Players Open Up About Psychedelic Use first appeared on High Times.
Music for Mushrooms Isn’t What You Think It Is
by Rolando García on January 16, 2026 at 4:44 pm
A conversation with East Forest about music, psychedelics, and why attention, not escape, might be the real medicine. The post Music for Mushrooms Isn’t What You Think It Is first appeared on High Times.
Big Alcohol’s Weed Panic Isn’t Random. The Data Explains It
by High Times on January 16, 2026 at 4:26 pm
As cannabis beverages gain ground, study after study shows alcohol consumption dropping. You don’t need a conspiracy to explain the panic. You just need the numbers. The post Big Alcohol’s Weed Panic Isn’t Random. The Data Explains It first appeared on High Times.
Costa Rica’s Election Draws Near: What Are the Candidates’ Positions on Weed?
by Hernán Panessi on January 15, 2026 at 2:19 pm
Presidential elections in Costa Rica are scheduled for February 1, 2026, and we’re looking at quite a broad landscape. Amid fragmentation and indecision, Costa Ricans will have to choose from a vast array of candidates. Some of them have publicly stated their positions on cannabis legalization. Since 2022, Law 10.113 has been in effect, regulating The post Costa Rica’s Election Draws Near: What Are the Candidates’ Positions on Weed? first appeared on High Times.
Skyworld Partners With Last Prisoner Project for Cannabis Justice
by Kyle Rosner on January 15, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Skyworld, a New York-based cannabis brand rooted in Indigenous tradition, has announced a partnership with the Last Prisoner Project (LPP), a nonprofit focused on freeing people incarcerated due to the War on Drugs and supporting them as they rebuild their lives. The collaboration, originally announced on January 6, 2026, is positioned as a public-facing campaign The post Skyworld Partners With Last Prisoner Project for Cannabis Justice first appeared on High Times.

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Nebraska's medical cannabis journey faces hurdles amid legal battles and regulations
by Morgan Ahlstrom on January 19, 2026
Thirteen years ago, Dominic and Shelley Gillen began their fight for medical cannabis access in Nebraska, driven by their son Will's severe epilepsy. Despite se
The state of medical cannabis businesses in NKY: What’s the holdup?
by Kenton Hornbeck on January 19, 2026
Northern Kentucky’s first medical cannabis dispensaries, including Bluegrass Cannacare in Florence, are delayed as operators struggle to secure enough product to open.
Cannabis prices reach record lows as retailers “race to the bottom”
by Will Katcher Masslive.com on January 19, 2026
(Jan. 3, 2026) Cannabis prices in Massachusetts are sitting at their lowest point since the state’s recreational pot market opened more than seven years ago, industry data shows.
Nurse struck off for taking drugs with patient in Hampshire
by bbc.com on January 19, 2026
Karli Anderson took cannabis and ecstasy with a vulnerable former patient in the community
Medical marijuana's pain promise is under fire
by Rachel Sacks on January 19, 2026
No clear evidence that cannabis-based medicines are successful treatment for chronic pain
by Sheralyn Bone on January 19, 2026
An updated Cochrane review has concluded that there remains no clear evidence that cannabis-based medicinal products relieve chronic pain. The review, entitled ‘Cannabis‐based medicines for chronic neuropathic pain in adults‘, published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews on 19 January 2026, looked for evidence that patients reported pain relief levels of 50% or greater.
Months after initial report, West Virginia still has not released $34 million in medical cannabis revenue
by Henry Culvyhouse on January 19, 2026
Marijuana money stash, supposed to be used for research, law enforcement and substance treatment, is still untapped at the state treasurer’s office.
Indiana House Rejects Amendment To Let Farmers Begin Cultivating Marijuana Seeds
by Tom Angell on January 19, 2026
The Indiana House of Representatives defeated an amendment aimed at allowing farmers to begin growing marijuana. The amendment, from Rep. Kyle Miller (D), would have directed the state chemist and seed commissioner to issue special use permits to between three and 10 farmers for the cultivation of marijuana seed, with geographic distribution requirements. While Miller

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