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Illinois Sued Over Alleged Bias in Cannabis Transport Licensing

Illinois Sued Over Alleged Bias in Cannabis Transport Licensing

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / November 13, 2024 /

Lawsuit Filed Against Illinois for Alleged Bias in Cannabis Transport Licenses A coalition of businesses in Illinois has filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Agriculture, accusing the department…

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Can Small Cannabis Companies Enter Illinois’ Medical Market?

Can Small Cannabis Companies Enter Illinois’ Medical Market?

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / October 1, 2024 /

Illinois Medical Cannabis Patients Can Now Purchase Craft-Grown Cannabis from Small Businesses Medical marijuana patients in Illinois now have the option to purchase cannabis products grown by small businesses as…

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Evol by Future and Legacy Cannabis Enter Illinois Market

Evol by Future and Legacy Cannabis Enter Illinois Market

By / July 19, 2024 /

Future’s Cannabis Brand Evol Debuts in Illinois with Over 35 Retail Locations Evol by Future, the multi-platinum superstar Future’s line of ultra-premium cannabis, has announced its debut in Illinois, marking…

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Illinois Highlights Diversity with 100th Social Equity Dispensary

Illinois Highlights Diversity with 100th Social Equity Dispensary

By / July 15, 2024 /

Illinois’ 100th Social Equity-Owned Marijuana Store Opens Amid State’s Efforts to Diversify Cannabis Industry Illinois marked a significant milestone in its cannabis industry with the opening of its 100th social…

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Illinois Hits $1B in Cannabis Sales This Year

Illinois Hits $1B in Cannabis Sales This Year

By / July 12, 2024 /

Illinois Cannabis Sales Hit $1 Billion Milestone, Fueling Economic Growth and Social Equity Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced on Wednesday that the state reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 billion…

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Governor Reports Illinois Cannabis Sales Hit $1 Billion in 2024

Governor Reports Illinois Cannabis Sales Hit $1 Billion in 2024

By / July 11, 2024 /

Illinois Cannabis Sales Surpass $1 Billion in 2024 Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced that the state’s marijuana sales have surpassed $1 billion in 2024, breaking previous records and achieving this…

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Increase in Edible Cannabis Intake Noted Among Toddlers: Illinois Poison Center

By / June 21, 2024 /

The Illinois Poison Center has noted a significant rise in cannabis edible exposures among young children, with 244 cases reported in 2023 compared to 37 in 2019. Instances include children…

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Illinois Decides Against Banning Synthetic Weed

By / May 30, 2024 /

The Illinois General Assembly once again debated the potential ban on hemp-derived THC products and cafes, but in the end, they declined to act. The decision has significant implications for…

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Illinois Cannabis Expansion: Pritzker Administration Grants New Conditional Licenses

By / May 6, 2024 /

Illinois takes another step forward in its commitment to equity and diversity within the cannabis industry as Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)…

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Expanding Equity: Illinois Grants 35 Conditional Adult-Use Cannabis Licenses

By / May 6, 2024 /

In a significant move towards promoting social equity in the cannabis industry, Illinois has granted 35 conditional adult-use retail licenses to social equity applicants. Here’s a breakdown of the latest…

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Cannabis Advocacy on the Campaign Trail: Illinois Governor’s Support for Biden

By / April 23, 2024 /

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker hit the campaign trail in support of President Joseph Biden’s reelection bid, leveraging the occasion of 4/20 to highlight the strides made in cannabis policy reform…

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Push for Prohibition: Illinois Legislators and Cannabis Trade Group Seek Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Goods

By / April 19, 2024 /

Push for Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products Illinois lawmakers and a trade group representing state licensed marijuana companies are calling for a ban on intoxicating hemp products such as delta-8…

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