Gov. JB Pritzker warns he may take executive action to ban or regulate hemp products that get users high
Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he may issue an executive order to ban or regulate intoxicating...
Marijuana
Should retired police be able to sell marijuana? Alderman says no, blocks dispensary
Ald. Andre Vasquez cited "fundamental justice concern" with former police officers getting to legally sell...
Growing debate: Cannabis growers want the option of cultivating outside, but state regulators keep trying to stop it
Most legal cannabis in Illinois is grown without the sun, wind, rain, or even, in...
Sweeping ban on hemp products in Chicago advances in City Council
Proponents of the hemp product ban argue it would make Chicago safer by speeding up...
End of federal shutdown includes nationwide ban on hemp products that get people high
As Congress took action to resume government operations, the legislation included a late provision to...
Today in Chicago History: Medical marijuana sold legally in Illinois for first time
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Nov. 9, according...
Mayor Brandon Johnson tries to beat state to taxing hemp with plan that adds age limit
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s effort to regulate the marijuana-like products for sale in stores around Chicago...
Morton Grove wants to ban THC, kratom products in the village. But leaders say statewide ‘uniform regulation’ is more effective.
The Morton Grove Village Board voted to table consideration of a proposed ordinance change that...
Batavia joins other local municipalities in restricting purchase of hemp-derived THC products
The ordinance includes age restrictions on the sale of such products, as well as storage...
Illinois lawmakers again fail to act on hemp, while a new study highlights growing health concerns
The report notes that the lack of regulation of hemp means there is no oversight...