Elgin Moves to Ban Synthetic THC Edibles Amid Safety Concerns
Elgin Moves to Ban Synthetic THC Edibles Amid Safety Concerns
13 February 2025 - The Elgin City Council has granted preliminary approval for a citywide ban on the sale of synthetically derived THC edibles, citing concerns over unregulated products and child safety. The ordinance awaits final approval in an upcoming council meeting.
Chicago City Council Weighs Taxing and Regulating Hemp Products
30 January 2025 – Chicago City Council debates whether to regulate and tax hemp products locally, as small business owners push for city oversight and dispensaries argue for tighter state regulations. The finance committee will review public input before deciding on the next steps
Chicago-Based Cannabis Executive Indicted for Securities Fraud
21 January 2025 – Former Verano Holdings VP Anthony Marsico and three associates face federal indictment for insider trading tied to a $413 million cannabis merger. The DOJ alleges illegal profits of over $600,000.
Illinois Expands Medical Cannabis Conditions List for the First Time Since 2019
9 Jan, 2025 - The Illinois Department of Public Health has approved four new conditions for medical cannabis treatment, including endometriosis and uterine fibroids. This is the first list expansion since 2019, now totaling 56 conditions.
Governor Pritzker's Hemp Regulation Push Hits Roadblock
6 Jan, 2025 - Illinois' attempt to regulate Delta-8 THC products failed in the final hours of the legislative session, sparking debate between Governor Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Johnson, and stakeholders over safety, business equity, and the future of hemp-derived products
First Social Equity Craft Marijuana Grower Opens in Illinois
On Monday, October 8, 2022, the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) declared that the state has granted operational permits to the first social equity craft grower and infuser licenses.