Illinois medical cannabis patients can now track their remaining allotment and review 30 days of purchase history through the state registry. A long-overdue improvement for patient transparency and access.
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Cannabis Giants Connected to $6.7 Million Political Fundraising Network Supporting Trump
Federal campaign finance records connect major cannabis operators to millions in political fundraising through American Rights and Reform PAC, including contributions to MAGA Inc. Here’s what consumers should know before deciding which cannabis brands to support.
Illinois’ Medical Cannabis Market Is Shrinking While Patients Continue Paying the Price
Illinois medical cannabis tax revenue has fallen as adult use dispensaries outnumber dedicated medical locations, leaving patients facing accessibility barriers and potentially avoidable taxes.
From Sold-Out Baked Bingos to Being Trespassed: When Speaking Up Comes With a Price
After 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.
Illinois Considers Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation, But Strict Testing Rules Could Hold Small Growers Back
Illinois is considering legalizing outdoor cannabis cultivation, potentially lowering costs for craft growers. However, strict testing requirements could threaten crop yields and profitability.
New Jersey Cannabis Retailer Takes State to Federal Court Over Labor Peace Agreement Requirement
A New Jersey cannabis retailer is challenging the state’s labor peace agreement requirement in federal court as Curaleaf and Verano pursue similar legal battles.
Cannabis Workers May Be Breathing More Than Cannabis on the Job
A new $3.7 million NIH funded study is examining mold, allergens and respiratory hazards facing cannabis workers, raising questions about workplace safety and worker health.
Illinois Cannabis Testing Rules Leave Consumers in the Dark
Illinois has some of the strictest cannabis testing requirements in the country, but the Mag Landrace controversy shows how consumers can still be left unaware when potentially contaminated products reach dispensaries.
Illinois Cannabis Retailers Face Thousands of Inspections as Underage Sales Remain Rare
Illinois cannabis dispensaries rejected 99.6% of underage purchase attempts during fiscal year 2026, according to the state’s latest annual cannabis report.
Georgia Approves Medical Cannabis Delivery Rules, But USPS Participation Remains Unclear
Georgia regulators approved new medical cannabis delivery rules that could allow patients to receive cannabis through USPS and major private carriers, though carrier participation remains uncertain.
Curaleaf Uses Federal Cannabis Prohibition to Defeat $31.8 Million Judgment
A federal appeals court overturned a $31.8 million judgment against Curaleaf subsidiaries after ruling that a Michigan cannabis contract was unenforceable under federal law. The case highlights the continuing conflict between state legalization and federal cannabis prohibition.
Michigan Orders Shutdown of Muha Meds Manufacturer, Issues $2 Million Fine
Michigan regulators have ordered the shutdown of a Pinconning cannabis manufacturer associated with Muha Meds and imposed a record $2 million fine following years of alleged regulatory violations.
Ohio Antitrust Lawsuit Raises Questions Illinois Cannabis Industry Should Be Watching
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed an antitrust lawsuit against nine major multistate cannabis operators, alleging illegal cartels and shelf-space quotas designed to crush local competition and inflate prices.
Does It Mill Better? Putting Fresh, Sticky Flower From Nomad’s Mandarin Butter Through the Flower Mill
Midwest 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 Program
Illinois 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.