
Recent News & Reviews
- From Sold-Out Baked Bingos to Being Trespassed: When Speaking Up Comes With a PriceAfter nearly a year of sold-out Baked Bingo events, a peaceful resignation led to a cease and desist banning one Couch Lock’d owner from three properties.
- Rainbow Berries from A1ZA ReviewDiscover the delightful fusion of Runtz and Strawberry Fritter in Rainbow Berries, a Michigan gem by A1ZA that promises a sweet, fruity experience. With its creamy, candy-like aroma and beautiful nugs, this strain is perfect for those seeking a balanced mental and physical buzz.
- Superflux Strawberry Bubbles Concentrate: Exploding with TerpsSuperflux Strawberry Bubbles concentrate review covering flavor, aroma, effects, potency, terpenes, freshness, and why this Illinois cannabis concentrate stands out.
- Does It Mill Better? Putting Fresh, Sticky Flower From Nomad’s Mandarin Butter Through the Flower MillMidwest Dazed puts Nomad’s fresh, sticky Mandarin Butter living-soil flower through the Flower Mill in the first “Does It Mill Better?” test.
- Illinois Adult-Use Dispensaries Can Now Apply to Sell Medical Cannabis Under New State ProgramIllinois adult-use dispensaries can now apply to sell medical cannabis at the lower medical tax rate. Here’s what the new Section 15-37 license means for dispensaries and patients.
- Can You Fly With Medical Cannabis Now? What the TSA’s 2026 Update Actually MeansTSA now lists medical marijuana as permitted in carry-on and checked bags. Here’s what the 2026 TSA cannabis travel rules mean for medical patients flying in the U.S.
- Great Lakes Kush Genetics Grape Runtz x LZBS #28 Review: A Sweet Grape Hybrid Worth TryingGreat Lakes Kush Genetics’ Grape Runtz x LZBS #28 delivers sweet grape flavors, creamy undertones, and balanced hybrid effects. Read our full review of this fresh Michigan-grown flower picked up from Information Entropy.
- Michigan Supreme Court Rules Probationers Cannot Be Automatically Banned From Using Cannabis Under Federal LawThe Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that courts cannot automatically ban cannabis use during probation based solely on federal marijuana laws. The unanimous decision strengthens protections for Michigan cannabis consumers and could reshape probation policies statewide.
- Dr. Greenthumb El Mero Review: A Potent OG Kush x GMO Cross Grown by Redemption BotanicalsLooking for a classic gas-heavy strain in Illinois? Our Dr. Greenthumb El Mero review breaks down this OG Kush x GMO collaboration grown by Redemption Botanicals, covering aroma, flavor, effects, potency, and why this indica-dominant cultivar stands out for fans of old-school kush and funky GMO genetics.
- New Buffalo Township Advances Revocation Proceedings Against Trap Stars DispensaryNew Buffalo Township officials have scheduled a second hearing to consider revoking the Special Land Use permit for Trap Stars dispensary following allegations involving compliance violations, transaction reporting, and operating hours. The hearing is set for July 20 and could have major implications for cannabis businesses operating in Southwest Michigan.
- Medical Cannabis Reciprocity by State: Where Illinois Medical Card Holders Can Buy Cannabis in 2026Wondering where you can use your Illinois medical marijuana card while traveling? Learn which states offer medical cannabis reciprocity, what restrictions apply, and how Illinois medical patients can access dispensaries, save money, and legally purchase cannabis outside the state.
- Illinois Cannabis Workers Speak Out: Share Your StoryCurrent and former Illinois cannabis employees are invited to join an upcoming Couch Lock’d podcast episode to discuss workplace experiences, industry challenges, and what needs to change to create better opportunities for workers.
- Illinois Cannabis Patients and Consumers See Major Wins as Governor Pritzker Signs New Reform BillExpanded Recreational Allotments, Extended Dispensary Hours, and a Path for Medical Tax Access at More Locations
- Chicago Proposal Would Increase Penalties for Cannabis Use Near Schools and ParksA proposed Chicago ordinance would increase penalties for cannabis consumption and sales near schools, parks, and Safe Passage routes. Critics argue the measure represents a step backward for cannabis reform, raising concerns about enforcement, criminalization, and the lack of legal cannabis consumption lounges in the city.
- Roam Zoap Live Resin Disposable Review: Tiny Hardware, Big Flavor in IllinoisThe Roam Zoap Live Resin Disposable combines compact, discreet hardware with premium live resin oil. Read our full review to see how this pocket-sized Illinois cannabis vape performs in flavor, effects, and overall value.

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