With the release of the brand’s infused giardiniera last year, nuEra is no stranger to infused foods. The brand recently followed up by partnering with Michelin-starred Chicago restaurant Carino to release an infused chamoy. I recently stopped at nuEra Champaign … Continue reading →
The Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center is set to host the 7th annual Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium on Sept. 18 and is currently accepting applications for sponsors, exhibitors, presenters, and attendees.
Continue reading →Last month, Ascend Wellness Holdings announced a full brand and quality relaunch of its flagship lifestyle brand, Ozone. The relaunch introduces full-spectrum gummies, macro-dose gummies, new flower strains, and new liquid diamonds and live resin vapes. I picked up from … Continue reading →
The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) sent out a reminder for the May 15 deadline for the Cycle 2 seed funding program, which supports equity-centric research and community action to advance cannabis equity in Illinois.
Continue reading →The Illinois Department of Revenue today posted a reminder notice for all dispensaries engaged in the business of selling adult-use cannabis at retail in taxing jurisdictions that have enacted Municipal or County Cannabis Retailers’ Occupation Taxes. Effective July 1, 2025, … Continue reading →
Each year, the 420 holiday provides an opportunity for customers to try new specialty items and limited releases. This year, nuEra is celebrating the holiday with a promotion for its limited-release Cross Joint. The Cross Joint, popularized by the movie … Continue reading →
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced adopted amendments to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Patient Program, which took effect April 1, 2026. The adopted amendments include expanding qualifying conditions and eligibility for reduced patient registration and renewal … Continue reading →
Vape companies have been adding space to tanks for years, but the latest trend seems to be adding flavors with dual chamber vapes. Multi-state brand Cookies recently released a 3-in-1 vape with dual flavors. I stopped at Cookies Bloomington and … Continue reading →
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) released March medical cannabis sales totals of $13,369,358.67. This total tracks with medical sales numbers after a “new Medical Cannabis Patient Registry System was launched. Numbers of patients reported may vary between systems.”
Continue reading →The Illinois Department of Agriculture – Division of Cannabis Regulation (IDOA–DCR) posted an information bulletin reminding licensed cannabis establishments and approved cannabis testing labs to review and, when necessary, update their Licensing and Registration Portal account users and contacts.
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