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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 →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 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 … Continue reading →
The Illinois Department of Agriculture and Division of Cannabis Regulation (IDOA-DCR) today released a bulletin providing guidance to assist licensees with the uniform application of cannabis waste and green waste destruction regulations.
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