Cannabis equity advocates push for inclusivity in the industry
Cannabis equity advocates are pushing to make sure everyone has a chance to operate in the growing industry.
South Loop marijuana dispensary receives key approval
The South Loop could be home to the first Black-owned marijuana dispensary.
South Loop's first Black-owned dispensary gets key approval
The South Loop could be home to the first Black-owned marijuana dispensary.
Legendary Chicago Bears QB Jim McMahon looking to break into Illinois weed market
McMahon is a longtime medicinal-marijuana advocate and co-founder of the brand Revenant.
Legendary Chicago Bears QB Jim McMahon looking to break into Illinois weed market
Legendary Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon is looking to break into the Illinois weed market.
Minority marijuana license holders call on Illinois officials to loosen ownership regulations
Marijuana was legalized in January 2020, and one organization is fuming saying there isn't one Black or brown owned cannabis business in Illinois.
Minority marijuana license holders call on Illinois officials to loosen ownership regulations
Marijuana was legalized in January 2020, and one organization is fuming saying there isn't one Black or brown-owned cannabis business in Illinois. Minority marijuana license holders are calling on the state to loosen ownership regulations in order to make it easier to create and build retail stores.
More Americans smoke marijuana than cigarettes, poll finds
In a Gallup poll first, more Americans say they smoke pot over tobacco, while most people surveyed believe marijuana should be legalized in all states.
Man charged after search warrant nets 180 lbs of marijuana, over 1,000 THC cartridges
A man is facing charges after Cicero police seized 180 lbs of marijuana products from a residence Sunday.
Vic Mensa launches first Black-owned weed brand, available in Illinois
Musician and activist Vic Mensa is co-owner of the brand of pre-rolled joints called 93 Boyz.
Vic Mensa launches first Black-owned weed brand
After two years of legal cannabis in Illinois, the first local Black-owned brand is hitting dispensary shelves.
Illinois State Police will be looking for drivers under the influence of marijuana
Illinois State Police have announced a month-long traffic enforcement where they will be looking for not only speeders, but also distracted and influenced drivers.
Illinois State Police to be on the lookout in August for drivers using marijuana
Illinois State Police have announced a month-long traffic enforcement where they will be looking for not only speeders, but also distracted and influenced drivers.
Illinois regulators finally pass around new batch of pot dispensary licenses
“Illinois is leading the way in addressing the War on Drugs as no state has before, and dispensary ownership that reflects our state’s diversity is a product of that commitment,” Gov. Pritzker said.
Senate bill would decriminalize marijuana at the federal level
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer became the first majority leader in history to endorse cannabis legalization at the federal level.
Snoop Dogg pokes fun at Biden with ‘Sleepy Joe OG’ weed strain
Snoop Dogg, whose real name is Calvin Broadus Jr., has always been a well-known critic of United States presidents including Donald Trump.
Recreational marijuana use linked to increased chance of ER, hospitalization, study finds
Acute trauma was the most common cause, followed by respiratory health reasons and gastrointestinal issues.
Marijuana convention kicks off in downtown Chicago
Since legalizing weed, Illinois has seen an average monthly revenue of over $100 million in recreational sales.
Illinois Cannabis Convention kicks off in Chicago
The state’s two-day marijuana convention kicked off Friday.
Chicago police seize kilo of weed, magic mushrooms from underground pot parties
Chicago police busted five black market weed dealers for allegedly selling their wares at two unsanctioned events last week, seizing more than a kilogram of cannabis, other pot products and hundreds of grams of psychedelic mushrooms.