Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Illinois officials recently released the Annual Cannabis Report for Fiscal Year 2024. According to the report, “In fiscal year 2024, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Division of Medical Cannabis focused on getting the staff needed to meet the demands of processing and customer service.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

After setting a new annual-sales total in 2024, Illinois kicked off 2025 with the highest January sales total since legalization. January sales totals reached $140,191,240.27, surpassing January 2024 totals by more than 6 million. 2024 total monthly sales include: January: $133,787,753.89 February: $135,571,931.44

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

This new effort follows a similar initiative placed before voters in 2024, Amendment 3 , which fell short of the 60% threshold it needed to pass. SB 546: Home cultivation for medical marijuana patients Senate Bill 546 proposes allowing registered medical marijuana patients in Florida to cultivate cannabis at home.

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Project CBD

MARCH 7, 2025

Gavin Newsom in September 2024, which banned any detectable amount of THC in hemp products (including Delta-8 and Delta-9). These products continue to be available despite emergency regulations proposed by the California Department of Public Health and signed into effect by Gov.

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Connor & Connor PLLC

MAY 12, 2025

A lawyer can help you navigate these municipal regulations, securing the appropriate land use approvals and preventing costly disputes with property owners or local authorities (Cannabis and Psychedelics Law, 2024). A lawyer can help you explore alternative financing avenues, such as private investors or specialized cannabis funding.

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Canna Care Docs

MARCH 27, 2025

As of early 2024, over 100 dispensaries have surrendered their medical licenses, choosing to focus solely on the recreational market. By early 2024, this number had plummeted to below 56,000. Many dispensaries, attracted by the larger customer base and potentially higher profits, began to prioritize recreational sales.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Illinois officials recently released the Annual Cannabis Report for Fiscal Year 2024. Implement the comprehensive rules under the CRTA filed in August of 2024. The 144-page report, compiled by the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO), incorporates data from several state departments.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 19, 2025

In 2024, the Colorado Attorney General filed suit against a Greeley-based hemp company and its owner , alleging that they sold products containing up to 35 times the legal THC limit. Also in 2024, a Pueblo-based CBD company was fined $225,000 , with penalties rising to $495,000 if violations continue.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The CDU/CSU has pledged to repeal Germanys quasi-legalization law passed in 2024. Polls show the Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) leading with 29.1%, followed by the AfD at 21.2%. Friedrich Merz, CDU leader and likely Germanys next chancellor, has ruled out partnerships with the AfD or liberal parties.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 9, 2025

Redmond that burnt cannabis odor was not sufficient probable cause for a warrantless search of a vehicle. The difference in the conflicting decisions in People v. Redmond and People v.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In June, the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and Division of Cannabis Regulation released a notice providing reminders and general information that focused on pre-operational deadlines and extension forms, including extending the operational deadline for (Group 1) Craft Growers to August 1, 2024.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

By mid-2024 , the coalition gave up trying to reverse course , but the cannabis divide added to the political fault line that was breaking the government apart. This marriage of convenience was doomed from the start.

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The decision, announced on October 21, 2024, has sparked widespread debate, leaving advocates for cannabis reform disappointed. In a significant ruling, the Arkansas Supreme Court has blocked a medical marijuana ballot measure. That sought to expand patient access to the drug. Read More

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Veriheal

APRIL 17, 2025

Interestingly enough, the New York Times released an article in September of 2024, whereby a 1973 audio recording was unearthed of Nixon declaring he knew cannabis is not particularly dangerous, despite affecting millions of lives and families due to his policies ever since. Along with Adult-Use legalization in many states in the U.S.,

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Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

The number of medical cannabis patients in Iowa by the end of 2024 was right around 18,000. Allowing the state to cultivate cannabis for in-state cardholders could be a transformative move for the states agricultural businesses. Frequently Asked Questions How Many Iowans Use The Medical Cannabis Program?

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 20, 2025

For background on the BM 119 saga, check out the following: Oregons Ballot Measure 119: Times Almost Up Oregon Cannabis Roundup: Fall 2024 New Rule, December 5: Oregon Cannabis Retailers, Processors, and Labor Peace Agreements Oregon Cannabis: Get Your OLCC Renewal or New Application in Before December 5 th Oregon Cannabis: State of the State (2024) (..)

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The Cannigma

JUNE 27, 2025

As of 2024, nearly 1 in 5 cannabis consumers identify as LGBTQ+, a figure that reflects the strong cultural and historical ties between queer communities and cannabis use. When traditional healthcare systems fail to meet their needs, many turn to cannabis as a natural, self-directed form of healing. Pride Month 2025. AwarenessDays.com.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 12, 2025

Ayr President George DeNardo said Thursday during the companys fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings call that Ayr will prioritize other markets to make sure it can deliver for its other business and stated that the company doesnt have the necessary scale in Illinois to compete over the long term, Green Market Report reported.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 19, 2025

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 25, 2025

5, 2024, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled in the People v. The motion to enforce the consent decree came on the heels of two conflicting rulings from the Illinois Supreme Court.

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LifeCannMD

JUNE 23, 2025

Looking Forward: Florida’s Cannabis Future I know a lot of my patients were disappointed when the recreational marijuana amendment didn’t pass in 2024. Yes, more people voted “yes” than “no,” but Florida’s tough – you need 60% to change the constitution, and we fell short.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 1, 2025

February 2025 sales totals dipped to $130,608,286.57, nearly $5 million less than February 2024 totals of $135,571,931.44. December 2024 totals reached $153,249,701.54, while December 2023 totals finished at $153,936,703.20. 2024 total monthly sales include: January: $133,787,753.89 February: $130,608,286.57 March: $148,872,065.12

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Veriheal

MAY 9, 2025

In terms of legislation, these shutdowns can be accounted for by the enactment of Bill 25-872 , the Medical Cannabis Conditional License and Unlicensed Establishment Closure Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2024. This gave the agency, composed of the police department, ABCA, and the D.C.

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Veriheal

MARCH 12, 2025

This decision diverts from a previous ruling by the court in September 2024, which initially found that the smell of burnt cannabis is not sufficient grounds for searching a vehicle. The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that police are allowed to conduct searches of vehicles based on the smell of raw cannabis.

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Miss Marijuana

JANUARY 31, 2025

A mind-blowing study from 2024 showed that more than 70% of patients using medical marijuana saw major improvements in managing chronic conditions. Medical marijuana is totally shaking up the healthcare scene! Whether it’s helping with tough neurological issues or easing constant pain, cannabis is proving to be a game-changer in treatment.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 29, 2025

Legacy product registrations (processed before August 2024) were migrated online with minimal details and no images. As previously announced, all new labeling and packaging must be submitted through the online product registration update process and cannot be used until processing has been successfully completed.

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Miss Marijuana

JANUARY 30, 2025

But here’s something pretty cool: a 2024 study found that 65% of people with chronic pain saw major improvement after adding CBD oil to their routine! Did you know that more than 50 million Americans deal with chronic pain? If you’re one of them, chances are you’ve tried a bunch of treatments, from prescription meds to physical therapy.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced today recreational cannabis sales totals for September 2024. For the time in seven months, monthly totals dipped below 140 million, hitting the third-lowest total in 2024 at $136,508,866.78. 2024 total monthly sales include: January: $133,787,753.89

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Voters are gearing up for a significant decision in the upcoming 2024 ballot that could reshape the state’s marijuana laws. Florida’s Marijuana Legalization A Historic Ballot Initiative. If passed, this initiative would legalize recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 and older.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2025

On June 25, 2025, the Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) took the following actions: Expanding Cannabis Metals Testing Requirements LCB filed a Preproposal Statement of Inquiry (CR-101) to consider amending chapter 314-55 WAC, including WAC 314-55-102, to respond to a petition for rulemaking accepted by the Board in 2024.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 26, 2025

2024 total monthly sales include: January: $133,787,753.89 Out-of-state sales totaled $31,343,135.68. 2025 total monthly sales include: January: $140,191,240.27 February: $130,608,286.57 March: $147,485,559.04 April: $146,605,932.99 May: $149,753,845.02 February: $135,571,931.44 March: $148,872,065.12 April: $144,511,466.85 May: $146,229,576.98

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 8, 2025

The Pheotera Grove brand originated in 2015 in Oregon, outside of the Portland area, and since launching in Illinois October 2024 has released a variety of products not previously seen on dispensary menus. One such product includes Kick The Itch Lotion by Pheotera Grove.

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Veriheal

JULY 2, 2025

The arrest came after a tip from Jakarta’s airport customs warning that Shaw had received a suspicious package from Thailand, where cannabis has been decriminalized since 2024. A video of Shaw’s arrest circulating online shows the player resisting arrest and shouting “Help… Help!” as police attempt to handcuff him.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 4, 2025

to outpace January and February totals but was still lower than the last four previous March totals and all but one monthly total in 2024. Monthly Totals for 2024: January: $24,338,551.30 2024 Yearly Totals: $285,059,601.92 Retail sales of medical cannabis for March reached $22,108,115.88 in dry flower and $11,291,256.40

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Miss Marijuana

JANUARY 30, 2025

But here’s something interesting: a recent study from 2024 showed that 78% of people using medical cannabis saw a major drop in anxiety within just a month! Feeling like anxiety’s got you pinned down? You’re definitely not alone—anxiety affects millions of people every year.

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Veriheal

JULY 3, 2025

billion worth of fertilizers in 2024. Tariffed Products That May Raise Cannabis Prices Photo Credit: iStock Here are some products crucial to cannabis production that most U.S. farmers and producers import: Fertilizer : According to the Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC), the U.S. imported $8.7

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 25, 2024

12, 2024, in Springfield. The provisions also define or redefine language in the bill, including definitions for Industrial Hemp, Acceptable Hemp THC Level, Total Potential THC, Post Decarboxylation Value, and Remediation. These rulemakings will be considered at the meeting on Nov.

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