The Cannabis Research Institute coming to Chicago
Chicago and the state of Illinois are partnering with Discovery Partners Institute to take a closer look at cannabis use.
Chicago and the state of Illinois are partnering with Discovery Partners Institute to take a closer look at cannabis use.
The Cannabis Research Institute is coming to Chicago
This is going to be the first of its kind in the Midwest.
This is going to be the first of its kind in the Midwest.
State leaders celebrate Illinois' first Black-owned marijuana dispensary
Ivy Hall is located in Bucktown, and it holds one of the first two social equity licenses issued by the state of Illinois for a recreational marijuana dispensary.
Ivy Hall is located in Bucktown, and it holds one of the first two social equity licenses issued by the state of Illinois for a recreational marijuana dispensary.
Pritzker celebrates Illinois? first Black-owned marijuana dispensary
State leaders are celebrating one of Illinois' first Black-owned marijuana dispensaries.
State leaders are celebrating one of Illinois' first Black-owned marijuana dispensaries.
10 students at Southern California middle school treated for possible cannabis overdoses
Authorities said ten students were treated for a possible cannabis overdose at Van Nuys Middle School.
Authorities said ten students were treated for a possible cannabis overdose at Van Nuys Middle School.
Old Rainforest Cafe site in River North gets OK from Chicago zoning board for weed dispensary
Plans for a cannabis dispensary at the former Rainforest Cafe in River North got a green light from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals early Saturday.
Plans for a cannabis dispensary at the former Rainforest Cafe in River North got a green light from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals early Saturday.
Study: Weed smokers had more cases of emphysema, inflamed airways than some cigarette smokers
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
Researchers said that they wanted to bring attention to those who may be under the misconception that smoking marijuana is somehow better for you than tobacco.
'The neighborhood has just gone to pot': River North resident seeks to stop another weed shop from opening
One River North resident has become the squeaky wheel in a company's plan to open another cannabis dispensary in downtown Chicago.
One River North resident has become the squeaky wheel in a company's plan to open another cannabis dispensary in downtown Chicago.
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.