IDFPR releases medical application for adult dispensaries
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) recently announced that entities holding an active Adult Use Dispensing Organization License issued under Sec. 15-36 of the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act may apply for a Medical Cannabis Dispensing Organization license (15-37 License) beginning Sept. 10, 2026.
Continue reading →Review: Twilight Spirit Vape Cart by Night Phantom
Over the past year, the 2-gram vape has gone from a specialty product to an industry standard. New brand Night Phantom has taken advantage of this shift, debuting with up to date 2-gram hardware. I recently stopped at Mystic Greenz in Decatur to pick up the Twilight Spirit Vape cart to review.
Continue reading →SIU Hemp Cannabis Symposium announces keynote speakers
The Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center recently announced its keynote speakers for the 7th annual Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium. The event is set for Sept. 18 at the Gower Translational Research Center, located at 1785 University Press Drive in Carbondale.
Continue reading →IDOR releases compliance alert for hemp-related vapes
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) recently released a compliance alert outlining proper procedures for possessing or selling electronic cigarettes (vapes) containing hemp. According to the alert, electronic cigarettes are not limited to solutions or substances containing nicotine. All electronic cigarettes containing hemp or any other substance sold to a retailer or consumer are subject to the Tobacco Products Tax.
Continue reading →IDOA revises cannabis facility alteration and modification guidance
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has revised its definitions of “Modifications” and “Alterations” for cannabis business establishments. This guidance serves as a resource to assist licensees in identifying and classifying proposed physical and operational changes that require regulatory review before implementation.
Continue reading →IDPH updates medical patients on new cannabis laws
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) emailed medical patients and caregivers today with updates to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act. On June 12, 2026, Governor Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3222 (SB3222). The following are notable changes enacted by the legislation.
Continue reading →IDFPR releases lists for cannabis licenses
The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) recently released updated document lists for cannabis licenses currently in existence. Those lists include the Active Adult Use Dispensing Organization License list, the Original Lottery Conditional License list, and the Social Equity Criteria Lottery (SECL) Conditional License list.
Continue reading →Review: Maple Dunks Rosin Vape by Nomad
With the recent changes to Illinois law giving the market a boost and new producers still coming online every month, consumers are seeing entirely new tiers of cannabis hit Illinois shelves. Craft cultivator Nomad is the state’s first regenerative living soil grower and recently released a line of rosin all-in-one vapes. I stopped at Share Dispensary in Springfield and picked up a Nomad Maple Dunks Rosin Vape to review.
Continue reading →Aroma Grow Cup set for Sunday
The 2nd annual Aroma Grow Cannabis Cup is set for 12–6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. The Aroma Grow Store is located at 668 Wheeling Road in Wheeling. VIP and general admission tickets can be found here.
Continue reading →Research Spotlight Series explores changes to Illinois’ cannabis laws
The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) recently presented a Research Spotlight Series that explored recent changes to Illinois’ cannabis and hemp laws. The video examined the implications for research, policy, and regulatory compliance.
Continue reading →Vireo Growth to acquire assets in Illinois
Vireo Growth Inc., through its subsidiary, Vireo Health of Arcadia, LLC, and The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc., recently announced that they have entered into a definitive purchase agreement pursuant to which Vireo Growth will acquire certain cannabis cultivation, manufacturing and retail operations from subsidiaries of The Cannabist Company across five markets, including Illinois.
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