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Strictly Cannabis to host grand opening

Illinois News Joint Posted on June 17, 2026 by Jason BrownJune 18, 2026
Strictly Cannabis to host grand opening

The Strictly Cannabis dispensary in Crestwood, formerly Hi5, is scheduled to host its grand opening events starting tomorrow, June 18. The grand opening celebration will last three days, June 18-20. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for 2 p.m. June … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Events, News | Tagged dispensaries in Crestwood, Illinois, Strictly Cannabis dispensary, Strictly Cannabis grand opening, Strictly Cannabis Illinois dispensary

Aroma Grow Cup returns for second year

Illinois News Joint Posted on June 13, 2026 by Jason BrownJune 18, 2026
Aroma Grow Cup returns for second year

The Aroma Grow Store is scheduled to host the 2nd annual Aroma Grow Cannabis Cup from 12–6 p.m. on Aug. 2. VIP and general admission tickets can be found here.

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Gov. Pritzker signs cannabis omnibus bill into law

Illinois News Joint Posted on June 12, 2026 by Jason BrownJune 15, 2026
Gov. Pritzker signs cannabis omnibus bill into law

Today, Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law Senate Bill 3222, also known as the cannabis omnibus bill. Though the bill contains several provisions for consumers, medical patients, and licensed businesses, Pritzker mostly touted the bill’s new regulations on intoxicating hemp … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Law, News, Politics | Tagged Changes in Illinois cannabis laws, Gov. Pritzker signs bill, new Illinois cannabis laws, what are the new cannabis laws in Illinois?

Sesh in the Shawnee this Saturday

Illinois News Joint Posted on June 3, 2026 by Michael LasleyJune 4, 2026
Sesh in the Shawnee

The Sesh in the Shawnee is back! Illinois News Joint and News Joint Events are set to host the 2nd annual event from 12-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Jones’ Farm in Dongola. General admission tickets are $5 and can … Continue reading →

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Illinois legislators pass cannabis omnibus bill

Illinois News Joint Posted on June 1, 2026 by Jason BrownJune 12, 2026
Illinois legislators pass cannabis omnibus bill

In the final hours of the legislation session, Illinois House and Senate passed the most comprehensive amendments to laws pertaining to the cannabis and hemp industries in the state. The bill now heads to Governor J.B. Pritzker to sign into … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Law, News, Politics | Tagged Illinois cannabis amendments signed into law, Illinois Cannabis omnibus bill, new Illinois cannabis laws

Sesh in the Shawnee Set for June 6

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 26, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 26, 2026
Sesh In The Shawnee 2026

Illinois News Joint and News Joint Events are set to host the 2nd annual Sesh in the Shawnee from 12-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Jones’ Farm in Dongola. General admission tickets are $5 and can be purchased here. Illinois … Continue reading →

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Keefy Cannafest set for Saturday

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 11, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 12, 2026
Keefy Cannafest set for May 16

Keefy Cannafest is less than a week away. And it’s last call for tickets. General admission tickets can be purchased online here for $40. Tickets purchased at the door, if still available, are $50. The annual festival runs from 11 … Continue reading →

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Lawsuit claims cannabis companies did not warn of mental health risks

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 6, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 6, 2026
Lawsuit claims cannabis companies did not warn of mental health risks

A lawsuit, filed on behalf of more than 40 plaintiffs, claims that cannabis companies did not warn them of mental health risks when purchasing from legal retail stores. The lawsuit states, “This class action lawsuit seeks to hold Cresco Labs, … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Law, News, Politics | Tagged Cannabis companies lawsuit health risks warnings, cannabis lawsuits in Illinois, cannabis warning label lawsuit

Aroma Grow Cup set for August 2

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 4, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 7, 2026
Aroma Grow Cup set for August 10

The Aroma Grow Store, located at 668 Wheeling Road in Wheeling, is scheduled to host the 2nd annual Aroma Grow Cannabis Cup from 12–6 p.m. on Aug. 2. VIP and general admission tickets can be found here.

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Cannabis Research Institute Symposium set for June 1

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 2, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 6, 2026
Cannabis Research Institute symposium set for June 1

The Community Health and Cannabis Collaborative (CHeCC) and Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) at the University of Illinois Chicago recently announced their inaugural symposium. The CRI Symposium is scheduled for

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