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Illinois House introduces omnibus cannabis bill, again

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 20, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 20, 2026
Illinois House introduces omnibus cannabis bill, again

Illinois Rep. Will Guzzardi introduced today a new House bill containing multiple cannabis-related amendments across several state acts. House Bill 5784 (HB5784) encompasses provisions from CBD and hemp to licensing and operations.

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Posted in Law, News, Politics | Tagged current Illinois cannabis bills, Illinois canabis bills, Illinois hemp bills, new cannabis bills in Illinois

Review: Alpine Strawberry Vape by Fernway

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 19, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 20, 2026
Alpine Strawberry Vape by Fernway

New vape brands are hitting shelves faster than I can review them. Massachusetts-based Fernway recently expanded into Illinois, so I picked up a few options from the brand’s lineup to review, starting with Alpine Strawberry.

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Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Fernway Alpine Strawberry Vape effects and flavor, Fernway Alpine Strawberry Vape review, Fernway vapes in Illinois, where to find Fernway vapes in Illinois

IDOA adopts rules for cannabis plant monitoring and fees

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 15, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 15, 2026
IDOA adopts rules for cannabis plant monitoring and fees

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced today newly adopted rules for the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. As detailed in today’s Illinois Register and Flinn Report, the rulemaking extends DOA licensing and regulation, which originally applied only to cultivation … Continue reading →

Posted in Law, News, Politics | Tagged new cannabis plant monitoring system in Illinois, new cannabis rules in Illinois, The Illinois Department of Agriculture adopted cannabis rules

Review: Apple Jack Vape Pod by Rove

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 14, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 14, 2026
Apple Jack Vape Pod by Rove

With more than a dozen classic options, seasonal releases, and new hardware, large multi-state vape-brand Rove is still expanding its portfolio in the prairie state. I recently stopped at Key Cannabis Carbondale to pick up a few Rove options to … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod effects, Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod flavor, Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod review, Rove Vapes in Illinois

CRI to host Public Research Series on cannabis legalization and social equity

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 13, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 14, 2026
CRI to host Public Research Series on cannabis legalization and social equity

The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) invites the public to attend another CRI Public Research Series. The session, Cannabis Legalization and Social Equity: Opportunities, Puzzles, and Trade-offs, is scheduled for a Zoom meeting from 12-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 19. The meeting … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Health, News | Tagged Cannabis Research Institute Public Research Series, Public Research Series with Beau Kilmer, when is the next Public Research Series

News Joint Grow Journal 81: Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto by G.O.A.T. Genetics

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 12, 2026 by Illinois EdMay 14, 2026
Double Guava x Blue Zorroso G.O.A.T. Genetics

In Part I, I journaled about growing a Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto by G.O.A.T. Genetics. I’m back for Part II of this grow journal to let you know how the cured flower smoked.

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Posted in Grow Journal, Health, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto G.O.A.T. Genetics, Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Autoflower review, G.O.A.T. Genetics Double Guava x Blue Zorroso strain review

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 →

Posted in Culture, Events, News | Tagged Keefy Cannafest 2006, Keefy Cannafest set for May 16, Keefy CannaFest tickets, When is Keefy CannaFest 2026, where is Keefy Cannafest

News Joint Grow Journal 80: Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto by G.O.A.T. Genetics

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 10, 2026 by Illinois EdMay 14, 2026
Double Guava x Blue Zorroso G.O.A.T. Genetics

I don’t always grow autoflowers, but when I do, I usually grow G.O.A.T. Genetics. This round I grew two strains from G.O.A.T. Genetics: Guava and Grapes and Double Guava x Blue Zorroso. This journal entry is for the Double Guava … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto, Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto G.O.A.T. Genetics, Double Guava x Blue Zorroso Auto review, G.O.A.T. Genetics Double Guava x Blue Zorroso grow journal

IDOA provides child-resistant cannabis packaging and sealing requirements

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 8, 2026 by Jason BrownMay 8, 2026
IDOA provides child-resistant packaging and sealing requirements

The Illinois Department of Agriculture – Division of Cannabis Regulation (IDOA-DCR) today provided an alert to reinforce the child-resistant product packaging and product packaging seal requirements stipulated in the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (CRTA), which requires cannabis product to … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Law, News, Politics | Tagged cannabis child-resistant packaging and sealing requirements, Illinois Department of Agriculture cannabis packaging requirements, Illinois Division of Cannabis Regulation requirements

Review: Mule Fuel by Ripperz

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 7, 2026 by Illinois EdMay 10, 2026
Mule Fuel by Ripperz

I’ve been looking for a knockout night strain for months. Illinois craft grow licensee Wyvern Botanicals has finally provided one. Wyvern Botanicals’ premium flower brand Ripperz recently launched several strains in Illinois. I picked out the Mule Fuel to review.

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Posted in End of the Day Strains, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Mule Fuel by Ripperz, Ripperz flower in Illinois, Ripperz Mule Fuel flavor and effects, Ripperz Mule Fuel review, Ripperz Mule strain review, Ripperz premium flower

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