Sean 'Diddy' Combs to buy multi-state cannabis operation to create largest Black-owned cannabis company
Sean Combs known to fans and “Diddy” or “Puff Daddy” is entering a business deal that would create the first minority-owned, vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator.
Sean Combs known to fans and “Diddy” or “Puff Daddy” is entering a business deal that would create the first minority-owned, vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator.
Would-be minority pot entrepreneurs say state rules are scaring off investors
The small, minority-owned businesses that received “social equity” licenses to sell and grow cannabis in Illinois are likely to fail before they ever open their doors without changes to regulation, investors say.
The small, minority-owned businesses that received “social equity” licenses to sell and grow cannabis in Illinois are likely to fail before they ever open their doors without changes to regulation, investors say.
Suspect allegedly 'ran out of candy,' handed out gummy bears laced with drugs in suburban Chicago
Police say that if children went trick-or-treating in South Chicago Heights, specifically on Cherry Lane, their candy bags may contain yellow gummy bears that are likely not just candy.
Police say that if children went trick-or-treating in South Chicago Heights, specifically on Cherry Lane, their candy bags may contain yellow gummy bears that are likely not just candy.
Weed drinks growing in popularity, but are they safe?
From Dry January to Sober October, giving up alcohol seems to be growing in popularity, especially with Millenials and Gen Z. That's why there has been a growing industry of mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and some have ingredients that include CBD, THC and nootropics that boast mood-altering effects without alcohol. But are these really sobriety-friendly? James MacKillop, director of the Michael G. DeGroote Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at McMaster University in Canada, talks more about it.
From Dry January to Sober October, giving up alcohol seems to be growing in popularity, especially with Millenials and Gen Z. That's why there has been a growing industry of mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and some have ingredients that include CBD, THC and nootropics that boast mood-altering effects without alcohol. But are these really sobriety-friendly? James MacKillop, director of the Michael G. DeGroote Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at McMaster University in Canada, talks more about it.
Circle K gas stations in Florida to sell medical marijuana products
Soon Floridians will be able to buy medical marijuana at the same place you fill up your gas tank.
Soon Floridians will be able to buy medical marijuana at the same place you fill up your gas tank.
Many hoping to benefit from Biden's plan to pardon federal marijuana offenses: 'dark cloud that follows you'
Arrested at age 19 and convicted for possession of marijuana, Michael Diaz-Rivera is now hoping to benefit from President Biden's plan to pardon such offenders.
Arrested at age 19 and convicted for possession of marijuana, Michael Diaz-Rivera is now hoping to benefit from President Biden's plan to pardon such offenders.
'Dark cloud that follows you': Many hoping to be pardoned for possession of marijuana
Arrested at age 19 and convicted for possession of marijuana, Michael Diaz-Rivera is now hoping to benefit from President Biden's plan to pardon such offenders.
Arrested at age 19 and convicted for possession of marijuana, Michael Diaz-Rivera is now hoping to benefit from President Biden's plan to pardon such offenders.
Pot twist: Cannabis firm refuses federal judge's ruling because its business isn't legal under federal law
Sued for nearly $1 million in back rent, a national cannabis chain says a federal judge can’t order it to pay up because its business isn’t even allowed to operate under federal law.
Sued for nearly $1 million in back rent, a national cannabis chain says a federal judge can’t order it to pay up because its business isn’t even allowed to operate under federal law.
Biden to pardon all prior federal marijuana offenses
President Joe Biden announced on Thursday he will issue an executive order pardoning all people convicted of simple marijuana possession under federal law, in what amounts to the most extensive White House action taken to date in U.S. drug policy.
President Joe Biden announced on Thursday he will issue an executive order pardoning all people convicted of simple marijuana possession under federal law, in what amounts to the most extensive White House action taken to date in U.S. drug policy.
Biden to pardon all prior federal marijuana offenses, calls for review of law
President Joe Biden is pardoning thousands of Americans convicted of “simple possession” of marijuana, as his administration takes a dramatic step toward decriminalizing the drug and addressing charging practices that disproportionately impact people of color.
President Joe Biden is pardoning thousands of Americans convicted of “simple possession” of marijuana, as his administration takes a dramatic step toward decriminalizing the drug and addressing charging practices that disproportionately impact people of color.
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.
Cannabis equity advocates are pushing to make sure everyone has a chance to operate in the growing industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A man is facing charges after Cicero police seized 180 lbs of marijuana products from a residence Sunday.